Design for Life Property Tax Credit Program  Visit the Deptment of Permitting Services website to learn about the Montgomery County Design for Life Property Tax Credit program. https://ow.ly/BJRf50Qex8H.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Live longer in the home you love! Montgomery County has a property tax credit program to help pay for making your home more universally accessible.The Design for Life Property Tax Credit Program is for all ages and stages of life. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, young family, active adult or person living with a temporary or permanent impairment, these additional design elements will enhance your home — and at the same time, meet your needs and your visitors’ needs. These design elements include a no-step entrance, 32” doorways,... 12/11/2023

Mama Cossi's Wood Fired Crust Pizza For our pizza night at home, we enjoyed a Mama Cozzi's Wood Fired Crust Pizza, Italian Sausage, Pesto and Mushrooms from our local Aldi store. This was a good selection for an inexpensive dinner. Click on the link to see an image. Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 5690Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/4.5, 1/160 sec., ISO-125, 30 mm, No FlashPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/10/2023

RED BEAN FRENCH TOAST - Yes, beans belong in dessert! This is a delicious and easy recipe for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon sweet.Ingredients:2 slices challah or brioche bread, 1-inch thick2 large eggs3/4 cup (180g) whole milk1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided1/2 cup (150g) canned sweetened red bean paste (I like using Morinaga)1 tablespoon (14g) cream cheese, room tempButter, for the pan and servingMaple syrup, for servingInstructions:Using a small knife, cut a pocket into the side of the bread slices.In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt.Combine the red bean paste, cream cheese, and 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt. Transfer to a piping bag. Pipe the filling into the pocket you made in bread slices.Heat a nonstick skillet over medium low. Add some ... 12/10/2023

Winter Coat & Clothing Drive  The Gaithersburg Student Union is sponsoring a Winter Coat & Clothing Drive! We are seeking donations of winter coats, sweaters and sweatshirts for distribution to local high school students. Drop off your donations at the Activity Center M-F 8AM-10PM or Sat-Sun 8AM-5PM through 12/13.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Clematis Seed Pod, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 5504Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/09/2023

Sierra Nevada Ruthless Rye IPAI picked up a Sierra Nevada Fan Favorite Pack and we have enjoyed sampling the beers. My afternoon selection was the Ruthless Rye IPA. It is good and I would purchase it again. Drink responsibly. 6.6% Alc. by Volume. This variety pack is a good choice for your social gatherings. Rugged and resilient, rye has been a staple grain for ages and its spicy black pepper-like flavor has been prized by distillers and brewers for centuries. Rye thrives in the harshest conditions and comes to life in Ruthless, a rugged IPA with fruity, citrus and herbal hop notes countered by the dry spiciness of the rye. Holding a steadfast balance between contrasting malt and hop character, Ruthless is bold enough to inspire even the most brazen hop head to bear down and embrace the... 12/09/2023

Zucchini Tomato Pie Chef Dolores used the Allrecipes recipe to make a Zucchini Tomato Pie and we enjoyed it for two meals. She did add a sprinkle of Trader Joe's Umami Seasoning Blend. Click on the link to view and print the recipe. You will also see reviews with additional suggestions when you visit the website.   Holiday Decorations, Winter Colors, Kentlands Photowalk,Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 9837Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/09/2023

Development Begins on Great Seneca Transit Network Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, County Council President Evan Glass and the County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) this week announced the beginning of Phase 1 of the Great Seneca Transit Network (GSTN) at a ceremonial “groundpainting” of dedicated bus lanes at the Traville Parkway Transit Center in Rockville.County Executive Elrich and Council President Glass were joined at the event by Council Vice President Andrew Friedson, Councilmembers Marylin Balcombe and Natali Fani-González, MCDOT Director Chris Conklin and Executive Director of the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville Anne Khademian.Phase1 of the Great Seneca Transit Network will include two new Ride On extRa bus service lines. The project will continue throu... 12/08/2023

Recommended Author: Michael ConnellyLast Saturday, I finished reading Resurrection Walk (2023), the latest Lincoln Lawyer novel by Michael Connelly. As I was adding this novel to the list of books I have read during recent years, I noticed that Dolores and I have read all of the 38 novels by this American author. We usually read over 100 books a year now that we have been retired for ten years. If you have not yet discovered Michael Connelly, I highly recommend his books. This is a copy of our list.Michael Connelly BooksThe Black Echo (1992), Harry Bosch SeriesThe Black Ice (1993), Harry Bosch SeriesThe Concrete Blonde (1994), Harry Bosch SeriesThe Last Coyote (1995), Harry Bosch SeriesThe Poet (1996), Jack McEvoyTrunk Music (1997), Harry Bosch SeriesBlood Work (1998), Terry McCaleb App... 12/08/2023

Budget Forum to Focus on Seniors Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, along with the County’s regional services offices and community partners, is hosting a series of 10 “Community Conversations” to seek input on the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The last conversation, from 2-3:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 11, will be a hybrid meeting that will focus on issues important to older adult residents.The in-person Seniors Community Conversation will be held at Leisure World in the crystal ballroom of Clubhouse 1. Leisure World is located at 3701 Rossmore Blvd. in Silver Spring. Only Leisure World residents may participate in-person, but anyone can view the meeting online. Click here to view online. In addition, a satellite viewing location will be set up at the Wheaton Senior Center, whic... 12/07/2023

Oatmeal Cookies with Dried Apricots Chef Dolores used the Food & Wine recipe for Oatmeal Cookies with Dried Apricots and we really enjoyed them. Click on the link to view and print the recipe.You may also want to experiment using other kinds of dried fruit in your oatmeal cookies. Dolores used dried peaches and those cookies were also delicious. Chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum Festival, Longwood Gardens,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 0274Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/07/2023

Serve on a City of Gaithersburg Committee Make an impact in your community. We’re seeking City residents to serve on a variety of committees that play an important role in advising the Mayor and City Council on vital issues – from multicultural affairs and economic development to senior services and educational enrichment.  Explore Committee VancaniesThis is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement.If you are interested in serving on any of these Committees, please send a letter of interest and resume to: Mayor & City Council, 31 South Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877, or via email.Animal Control Board (1 veterinary representative; open until filled)Commission on Landlord-Tenant Affairs (1 alternate public-at-large; open until filled)Community Advisory CommitteeEconomic ... 12/06/2023

Rosa Parks Public Transportation Month Montgomery County proclaims December as Rosa Parks Public Transportation Month! Commemorating her bold stand in 1955, county buses will bear her inspiring story. Let’s ride into history, honoring a Civil Rights icon who shifted America’s course. Info: http://ow.ly/X5GX50QemEiThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and the Montgomery County Council are recognizing the contributions of Civil Right legend Rosa Parks by proclaiming the month of December as “Rosa Parks Public Transportation Month” in the County. The County’s annual celebration of Rosa Parks is designed to recognize her refusal to give up her seat to a white man on a Montgomery, Alabama, bus on Thursday, Dec. 1, 1955, an act that became... 12/06/2023

Gaithersburg Chorus Winter Concerts Join Music Director Melodia Mae Rinaldi, Accompanist Guzal Isametdinova and the Gaithersburg Chorus in a program of hope and remembrance. The concert features new holiday songs and selections from old favorites. Admission is free; donations are gratefully accepted.December 12, 20237:30 PMChurch of the Ascension205 South Summit AvenueDecember 15, 20237:30 PMGaithersburg Presbyterian Church610 South Frederick AvenueThis is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Coneflower Seed Pod + Imagination, Color Edited for our Imagination Series, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 5600Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/05/2023

Commission for Women Seminars and Briefings Empowering women through knowledge! The Montgomery County Commission for Women invites you to these informational Zoom seminars on separation/divorce and sexual health. Plus, don't miss the 2024 Women's Legislative Briefing. Join us, learn, and connect! Event info: https://ow.ly/7K7650QfugQThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Chrysanthemum, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square,Pennsylvania USA IMG 0349Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/05/2023

Don't Forget Your Pets During Cold Weather If you're cold outside, they're cold outside too. Please remember to bring your furry friends inside to keep them safe and warm! Additional info: http://bit.ly/2JdmQ3CThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Animal Care:During a period of extreme cold temperatures, animals must not be left outside unattended. Leaving animals outside unattended in these conditions may be considered an act of cruelty and pet owners could be charged and fined accordingly. Executive Regulation 17-17 requires that during a Cold Emergency Alert, outdoor housing for an animal as described in Section 3.0 is inadequate and additional measures must be taken to provide adequate heating. These additional measures must be approved by the Executive Director of the... 12/05/2023

Chanukah Celebration, Rockville Town Square Sunday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m.Rockville Town Square Celebrate with crafts, live music, doughnuts and latkes, fire juggling, ice skating, and the menorah lighting.This is a City of Rockville, Maryland announcement. Dahlia, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 9800The red background is a sheet of paper.Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/04/2023

Federal Hate Crimes Training Seminar, Wed., Dec. 6The Montgomery County Committee Against Hate Violence (CAHV) of the County Office of Human Rights, at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, Dec. 6, will sponsor a ‘Federal Hate Crimes’ Training Seminar.  The program will focus on how a member of the public can file a Federal civil rights Hate/Bias/Violence case and receive educational information aimed at preventing, handling and mediating incidents of Hate/Bias/Violence. The program will be held at the Rockville Memorial Library.The Rockville Memorial Library is located at 21 Maryland Ave. in Downtown Rockville. The training will be held on the 2nd Floor in the Human Rights Commission Conference Room.     The program is free of charge and open to the public.Scheduled to provide this training are Denise... 12/04/2023

Register for Winter Recreation Classes  Welcome the new year with all that Gaithersburg Parks, Recreation and Culture has to offer. Registration is now open for winter recreation programs. You’ll find a complete listing in the latest edition of the Go! Gaithersburg guide (download here). With programs for preschoolers, youth, teens, and adults, you’ll discover an array of fitness, special interest, dance, creative arts, and music offerings this winter.Explore the Winter Programs and Register here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Hydrangea, Autumn Colors, Longwood Gardens,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 5725Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/03/2023

Mindful SaltingThe weather outside isn't quite frightful yet but there's no better time than the present to remind you to practice mindful salting this winter! Mindful salting keeps roads safe and water clean. While road salt is critical to maintaining public safety, there can be too much of a good thing. Oversalting can be expensive, damage public infrastructure, and harm fish and wildlife. The City's Department of Public Works implements multiple salting strategies and actions to promote winter safety and prevent oversalting, including brine pretreatments, yearly staff training, and regularly calibrating salting equipment to ensure spreading precision and accuracy. How can you practice mindful salting? Use just the right amount of salt to melt ice. A good visual is knowing that a 12-o... 12/03/2023

Reasons to Buy a Fresh Maryland Christmas Tree For those of you looking to purchase a Christmas tree this season, there are many reasons to buy a fresh Maryland tree! The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has put together this helpful list of benefits for you to consider this holiday season!This is a Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, in Maryland, announcement.  Dahlia, Santa Claus, American Dahlia Society Show, Longwood Gardens,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 5611Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 12/02/2023