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Gaithersburg Book Festival Volunteers Needed VOLUNTEER Sign up for a day full of books, authors, and fun! Saturday, May 18, 2024! The Gaithersburg Book Festival is an enormous undertaking that would not be possible without the generous assistance of numerous volunteers. We have many volunteer opportunities associated with putting on this world-class event. Please see the job descriptions below, and if you are interested is helping, fill out the Volunteer Sign-up Form by clicking the link below. SSL and PAU hours are available. Please note the following two requirements for volunteering at GBF: You must be age 16 or older  You must attend a volunteer training in early May (multiple session options will be offered) If you have questions about volunteering, please email Kathleen Benson at ...
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Gaithersburg Arts Barn Call to Artists The Arts Barn is seeking artwork for the Fiscal Year 2025 season brochure and related marketing materials. Artwork should prominently feature the diverse arts that are shared and celebrated at the Arts Barn. Submissions must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 3.Learn more and apply here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Orchids, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4341Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Going Solar in Montgomery County Montgomery County is going solar! We're converting facilities to clean energy thanks to a $790K state grant. Imagine reducing emissions equivalent to taking 968 cars off the road for a year! We're shining a light on sustainability this Earth Month! https://ow.ly/64AJ50RfQGkThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.  African Daisy, Arctotis, 'Kleat12610', Opera Rose, Longwood Gardens,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 6856Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Art is Ageless Exhibit in GaithersburgCelebrate aging with the Art is Ageless juried exhibition at the Benjamin Gaither Center through June 30. This unique exhibit features 28 two-dimensional artworks by artists of all ages that raise awareness of ageism in society and advance positive age beliefs. Meet the artists at a free reception and panel discussion on positive aging on Saturday, April 27 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Learn more here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Lilies, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4322Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Orchids, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA IMG 7981 Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA is one of our favorite travel destinations. They always have a display of orchids and they are fun to photograph.  Orchids, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USA IMG 7981Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/4.0, 1/100 sec., ISO-160, 18 mm, No Flash Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Gaithersburg Olde Towne Street Festival, June 12, 2016 Celebrate! Gaithersburg is the theme of the Olde Towne Street Festival scheduled for Sunday, June 12, 2016 from noon to 5 p.m. This will be a good time to explore the shopping district. Click on the link for all of the details relating to this special event.  Kentlands, Spring Flowers IMG_9268Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon Powershot G11 camera.Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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It is time to update your profile photograph?   National Zoo, Washington, DCPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Book Recommendation: Messenger of Truth by Jacqueline Winspear Messenger of Truth (2006) is book number four in the series featuring investigator and psychologist Maisie Dobbs by New York Times bestselling author Jacqueline Winspear. The setting is London in 1931 as Maisie Dobbs investigates the mysterious death of a controversial artist. There are now twelve novels in this series and I recommend them for your reading list. Use the links to learn more about this author and her books. Books by Jacqueline Winspear Goodreads review of Messenger of Truth   Bleeding Heart, Kentlands, Spring Flowers IMG_9126Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Happy Hour Beer: Guinness Nitro IPA At the suggestion of my friend Rob Thomas, I am enjoying a Guinness Nitro IPA, 5.8% ALC/VOL. This beer comes in cans so it is a safe choice when sitting by the pool. Click on the link to see the tasting notes.      Dandelion Seed Head, Kentlands IMG_4205Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Does your computer need a spring cleaning? If you use a desktop computer, your computer case is probably on the floor under your desk.  The cooling fan pulls is a good supply of dust as well as air for the cooling. Based on our experience you may have a substantial accumulation of dust if your computer has not been cleaned. You will need a vacuum and you may want to take the computer outside as you spray it with a lint and dust remover.Our tech support person did the cleaning for our home office computers. He then upgraded the memory and installed Office 2016 on our desktop and laptop computers. Dolores had installed Windows 10 some months back.  Yes, if you have not installed Windows 10 and Office 2016, those are steps that you should consider. By the way, we use Chrome for most of our...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Water Safety Tips to Share Did you know that drowning is the second leading killer of children ages 14 and under? The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service urges you to follow these important tips to ensure safety around the water.Never leave children unattended around any body of water (bathtubs, pools, ornamental backyard ponds, etc.).Small children don't think of water as a danger and, by nature, are very curious. Being left alone in or around water without supervision can be fatal. Do not leave water or any other solutions unattended in buckets or other containers - a child can drown in as little as two inches of water.Learn to swim. But remember - even good swimmers can drown.Swimming lessons are no substitute for supervision of children and never swim alone.Learn CPR.Valuable ...
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Kentlands Community Yard Sale & Shred-it Event The annual Kentlands Community Yard Sale & Shred-it Event will take place on Saturday, June 4th from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. Residents will be hosting their personal yard sales from their front, back, and side yards, as well as their driveways and garages. Condo owners are welcome to use the Clubhouse Lawn to stage their yard sale. Residents that would prefer utilizing the lawn in lieu of their private property are also welcome to use the lawn.10' x 10' spaces will be marked off and available on a first-come-first- served basis.  Click on this link for full details and to register.  Gazania, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA  IMG_0657Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Cosmetology or Real Estate? When considering career options in Maryland, it is a good time to take a close look at the educational and training requirements. Maryland requires 1,500 hours of training for a full cosmetology license. Only 350 hours of training are required for those who will limit their activities to blow drying in the popular blowout-only salons such as Drybar. By the way, Montgomery County allows you to enjoy a glass of wine while you are having a blowout and styling.Maryland requires only 60 hours of training for a real estate license and they can be done in a classroom, online or by home study. This comparison may make some wonder if the the requirements for a real estate license are adequate. Asiatic Lilies, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PAPhotograph by Roy Kelle...
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Happy Hour Beer: Yuengling Dark Brewed Porter When we have lunch at Longwood Gardens, they usually have a selection of beers from D.G. Yuengling & Sons, Inc. in Pottsville, PA. Dolores and I tend to prefer dark beers and Yuengling Dark Brewed Porter is a favorite to enjoy with the outstanding mushroom soup. This area of Pennsylvania is also noted for the mushrooms. Click on the link to learn more about this beer and the brewery. ABV 4.7% "Yuengling Dark Brewed Porter is an original specialty beer that has been brewed expressly for tavern owners and family trade since 1829. We are proud to be recognized as one of the largest porter producers in the US. An authentic craft-style beer, our Porter calls for a generous portion of caramel and dark roasted malts, which deliver a rich full-bodie...
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Book Recommendation: Pardonable Lies by Jacqueline Winspear  Pardonable Lies (2005) is book number three in the Maisie Dobbs series by author Jacqueline Winspear. The time is 1930 and London investigator Maisie Dobbs takes on more cases in the aftermath of the Great War. I love this series which now includes twelve novels and recommend these books for your reading list. Click on the links to learn more about this author and her books. Books by Jacqueline Winspear The World of Maisie Dobbs Goodreads Review of Pardonable Lies    Crocus, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, MarylandPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Maryland Baked Scallops Recipe From the kitchen of Dolores Kelley(Adapted from Bea Conner’s Lightly Baked Scallops) Set rack in upper third of the oven and preheat to 400 degreesPlace 2-4 minced, peeled garlic cloves and 4 Tbsp. butter in a shallow pan (I use an enameled medium-small size paella pan about 10 ½ inches across) and place pan in the oven until the butter melts. Remove the pan from the oven, and add about 6 to 8 sea scallops and 4 Tbsp. dry white wine.Spoon sauce over scallops until evenly coated.Crumble 8-12 Ritz crackers over the scallops and sprinkle with 4 Tbsp. freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese.Bake scallops until they are hot and have turned opaque, about 10 minutes.Switch the oven to broil, and cook until cracker crumbs and cheese are lightly browned on top.Fo...
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By Barbara Michaluk, Leisure World Specialist / Full Service REALTOR
(Weichert Realtors | Phone Direct 240-506-2434 | 301-681-0550 office)
Townhome for Sale Montgomery Village 8633 Hawk Run Ter, GaithersburgLovely and Remodeled 4 Level Townhouse with 2 Bedrooms +Loft and 2.5 Baths List Price $249,000Beautiful 4-level townhome featuring 2 bedrooms plus loft and 2.5 bathrooms. Spacious and inviting living room with fireplace. Fully remodeled kitchen with updated cabinets, new stainless appliances, new flooring and granite counters. Separate dining area with pass-thru to kitchen. Spacious living room with fireplace. New carpet and paint throughout. Master bedroom with cathedral ceiling plus loft can be used for office, den or additional bedroom. Master bathroom with separate vanity. Second bedroom with full bathroom. Finished basement can be used as third bedroom or great for family room with ground level walk-out to deck and...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Brookside Gardens - Chrysanthemums Those who follow my blogs know well that my wife, Dolores, and I love to photograph beautiful flowers.  We are fortunate to have Brookside Gardens in our area in Montgomery County, Maryland.  Brookside Gardens hosts outstanding flower shows that are enjoyed by visitors from around the world.  A benefit for foreign guests is that you do not need to be able to speak English to enjoy flowers and gardens.The photographs in this post were taken during the Chesapeake Chrysanthemum Society Show at Brookside Gardens.  Many of us wish we had the gardening skills of the individuals that compete in the flower shows. Chrysanthemum, Brookside Gardens IMG_7975 Chrysanthemum, Brookside Gardens IMG_7973 Chrysanthemum, Brookside Gardens IMG_7971 Chrysanthemum, Brooksid...
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DC Metro Area Home Prices by Jurisdiction, April, 2016 The housing market in the Metro Area of Washington, DC is very large and home prices vary by jurisdictions. This chart, provided by RealEstate Business Intelligence, provide a comparison of April, 2016 median home prices in several jurisdictions. Please keep in mind that an number of local jurisdictions are not included in this chart.    Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, MarylandPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Montgomery Village Farmers' Market, Montgomery County, Maryland The Montgomery Village Farmers' Market will be open on Saturdays from June 4 to October 29, 2016. The hours are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Click on the link for a list of vendors and be sure to watch for the special winery and brewery dates. Elk Run Vineyards will be there on June 4 followed by Great Shoals Winery on June 11.The location is the parking lot of Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 9801 Centerway Road Montgomery Village, on the corner of Montgomery Village Avenue and Centerway Road in Montgomery Village.  Azaleas, United States National Arboretum, Washington, DCPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Putlog Holes with Apples, Colonial Williamsburg, VA When you visit historic Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia, you expect to learn much about early American history. The following link will provide the history lesson but first you may want to know about putlog holes. Putlog holes are niches in masonry construction that supported the scaffolding for 18th century masons.Putlog holes were normally filled with mortar when construction was completed. The putlog holes are open at the Palmer House and it is a Christmas tradition to place apples in the putlog holes. Read the full story at the following link.Apples, Putlog Holes, and Provost MarshalsThe putlog holes of the Palmer House stayed open for two decades, until 1779 when mortar filled the blanks, but it wasn't until 1953 that they were ...
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The most diverse city in America: Gaithersburg, Maryland Our home city, Gaithersburg, Maryland, has been selected as the most diverse city in America. And, four of the most diverse cities are located within Montgomery County, Maryland, in the north western suburbs of Washington, DC. We live in zip code 20878 with residents from over 120 countries. Use the following link to see the list of diverse cities. 2016’s Most Diverse Cities in America Crocus, Kentlands Photowalk IMG_2906Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot  G11 camera.Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Happy Hour Wine: Panilonco Colchagua Valley Reserve Carmenere 2013 Panilonco Colchagua Valley Reserve Carmenere 2013 from Chile is an inexpensive red wine that we found at a Trader Joe's store in Williamsburg, Virginia. You may wish to try this wine on its own or with Italian cuisine or spicy courses. I think you will agree that this is a bargain.  Photowalk, United States National Arboretum, Washington, DCPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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DC Metro Area Home Sales and Median Prices, April, 2016 Families moving to the Metro Area of Washington, DC have an interest in the home prices and the direction of the market. This chart, provided by RealEstate Business Intelligence, shows the April, 2016 home sales and tracks the median home prices. The April sales and prices reached the highest level of the decade.    Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, MarylandPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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