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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Molly the Lifesaver Meet Molly, the 8-year-old Labrador who saved her family from a fire in their Montgomery County home! Alerting them to call the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Squad just in time, Molly proved that sometimes heroes have four legs and a tail. She's not just a pet; she's a lifesaver. https://ow.ly/XlEN50RiXZ0This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Orchid, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4342Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Turn In a Gun, Get a Food CardJoin us for a gun buyback event on April 20 at United Church of Christ of Seneca Valley. Turn in your working guns, no questions asked and receive up to $200 in Giant gift cards. Drive-thru only, 9 am-1 pm. Save lives and get rewarded! More info: https://ow.ly/ow0750Ri8OyThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.  Orchid, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4349Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Gaithersburg Farmers Markets, April 18 & 20CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!     CASEY FARMERS MARKET 810 South Frederick Ave   WINTER SEASON Select Thursday 11 AM - 2:30 PM   April 18 ____________   CURRENT CASEY MARKET VENDORS   SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE OF FOOD TRUCKS HERE!   Nomz Food Truck: Best Persian food truck in the DMV!   Black Horse Kettle Corn: The perfect salty and sweet snack.   Bread & Cupcakes: Fresh breads, hearty soups, and tasty treats.   Calypso N 'Roux: Frozen prepared chicken, meats, fish, seasonings and juices.   Gram's Jam's LLC: Homemade jams, apple butter and honey.   Izaak Walton League of America: Historic conservation organizations working to achieve practical policies that balance conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.    Saints Row Brewing: Locally craft...
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Prescription Drug Take Back Day, April 27The Gaithersburg Police Department is gearing up for Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27! Safely dispose of old or unused prescription medications by dropping by our police station at 14 Fulks Corner Avenue between 10am and 2pm.Info: https://gburg.md/takebackdayThis is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Kentlands Photowalk + Imagination, Color Edited for our Imagination Series, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA 2930 ACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Book Recommendation: Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear Maisie Dobbs (2003) is the first novel in the Maisie Dobbs series by mystery writer Jacqueline Winspear.  After reading the first of the series, Dolores and I are ready to read the other books by  this outstanding author. Use the links to learn more about the author and her novels.Books by Jacqueline Winspear Maisie Dobbs, Psychologist and Investigator, began her working life at the age of thirteen as a servant in a Belgravia mansion, only to be discovered reading in the library by her employer, Lady Rowan Compton. Fearing dismissal, Maisie is shocked when she discovers that her thirst for education is to be supported by Lady Rowan and a family friend, Dr. Maurice Blanche. But The Great War intervenes in Maisie's plans, and soon a...
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Kentlands Photowalk: Thistle IMG 4601 Taking photowalks through our Kentlands community in Gaithersburg, Maryland is a good way to get a little exercise and to relax while photographing flowers and plants. Some would classify thistle as an annoying weed but if you look closely, you can enjoy the beauty of this small gift of nature. Subhash Sharma This weed flower known as Bull thistle (English) Scottish, or Scotch thistle while a nuisance for the farmer has some edible & medicinal uses. Its edible parts include flowers leaves, oil, root, seed and stem. Its cooked root tastes somewhat like a Jerusalem artichoke,  but not as nice as it has a rather bland flavour and is best used mixed with other vegetables. The root can also be dried and stored for later use as it is rich in inulin, a sta...
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Book Recommendation: A Peculiar Grace by Jeffrey Lent A Peculiar Grace (2007) is one of the outstanding novels by Vermont author Jeffrey Lent. Dolores and I enjoyed Lent's most recent book, A Slant of Light (2015) and decided to read his other novels as well. Please use the links to learn more about this author and his books.   Books by Jeffey Lent Grove's jacket copy for A Peculiar Grace:A Peculiar Grace is an unforgettable tale of obsession, inspiration, and tragedy in a family of New England artists, by an author with “the absolute mastery to create his own reality” —Jim Harrison Acclaimed novelist Jeffrey Lent’s A Peculiar Grace was hailed by Howard Frank Mosher as “the best book to date by one of the two or three most gifted American novelists since William Faulkner.”  It is a time...
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Suggested Blogging Beverage: George Killian's Irish Stout An excellent blogging beverage that should be readily available at your favorite store is George Killian's Irish Stout by Coors Brewing Company, Golden, Colorado. If you enjoy darker beer, I think you will like this selection which is brewed in the Irish tradition. If you have been following my series of blogging beverage posts, you already know that there is no commercial purpose for this series. It is always fun to discover new favorites as we do our tastings.Beeradvocate Reviews 
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Kentlands Photowalk: Clematis IMG 4613 Kentlands is a planned neo-traditional community located within the City of Gaithersburg in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. This very walkable neighborhood is a favorite for families relocated to the Metro Area of Washington, DC. White picket fences are are typical in the community and clematis plants abound with blooms in many colors.  Subhash Sharma This nice looking Clematis also known by the names of Old man’s beard, Traveller’s  joy, Virgin’s bower is one of the most popular garden plants which, because of its versatility can be grown on walls, pergolas, frames, in containers, or left to scramble through trees and shrubs. The clematis symbolizes ingenuity or artifice, perhaps due to its seemingly clever climbing around trellises and ...
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End of Summer Blogging Beverage: Chesapeake Pale Ale During the summer months, I have been seeking the ideal blogging beverages. Since there seems to be an endless selection of suitable beverages, I will simply share my experience with you. This evening’s beverage is Chesapeake Pale Alebrewed by Alewerks Brewing Company in Williamsburg, Virginia.When you plan to spend some time visiting Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, your focus may be on American history rather than craft beers. However, when you are in the Williamsburg area, plan to visit Alewerks for their brewery tour and beer tasting. You will enjoy sampling several of the locally brewed beers and I assure a pleasant experience.Chesapeake Pale Ale is a good selection for your summertime parties and you will also probably discover ...
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Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Montgomery County, MarylandThe Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments has issued a “code orange” air quality alert for the Washington, D.C., metro area Tuesday, including Montgomery County.During a “code orange” situation, the air may be unhealthy for sensitive groups, such as children, older adults, asthmatics and those with heart and lung problems due to pollution concentrations.Montgomery and Prince George’s County in Maryland, along with the District of Columbia and several northern Virginia counties are under the air quality alert on Tuesday, Sept. 1.People can avoid the effects of air pollution by not exercising outside and abstaining from strenuous activity, according to experts.The high in Montgomery County will be 94 degrees on Tuesday,...
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Book Recommendation: Easy Prey by John Sandford Easy Prey (2000) is novel #11 of 25 books in the Prey Series, featuring Lucas Davenport, by New York Times bestselling author John Sandford. I have read 18 of the 25 books in this series and all of the novels in his other series. This is one that I had missed in previous years. If you enjoy fast reading crime novels, you will want to read this series. Use the links to learn more about this author and his outstanding books. Books by John Sandford He didn't wake up thinking about murder. He woke up thinking about the blonde on his bed and a stack of pancakes.... Funny how things work out....When Davenport is called to the white-stuccoed house, after the party, he knows it's for no usual case. For one thing, the strangulation victim is Alie'e...
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Kentlands Photowalk: Daylily IMG 4673 This daylily was photographed in our home garden in the Kentlands community located within the City of Gaithersburg in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. Kentlands is one of the favorite areas for a home purchase by families relocated to the Metro Area of Washington, DC. Daylily, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IMG 4673Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/4.5, 1/160 sec., ISO-100, 30 mm, No FlashPhotograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Kentlands Photowalk: Honeysuckle IMG 4573 Our home community is Kentlands, a very walkable neighborhood within the City of Gaithersburg, in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. Kentlands is a favorite area for families relocated to the Metro Area of Washington, DC.The aroma of honeysuckle is very pleasant during my early morning photowalks. When you look closely, you can take some interesting photographs. Subhash Sharma These nice looking Honeysuckles which are native to the Northern Hemisphere come from a family of approximately 180 species of which about 100 are found in China, 20 in India and 20 in North America and the rest in New Zealand and some other countries. There are several different colour flowers in this family of plants and many also produce mildly poisonous berries....
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Kentlands Photowalk: Dahlia IMG 4998 This dahlia is from our Kentlands home garden in Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878. To obtain a blank background like this, simply position a sheet of paper behind the flower. It is fun to try different paper colors.Kentlands is a planned neo-traditional community located within the City of Gaithersburg in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. Kentlands is a preferred area for families relocated to the Metro Area of the District of Columbia.Dahlia, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IMG 4998Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Extraordinary Gaithersburg: Judith Clark Judith Clark, founder of Women Who Care Ministries, was recognized at the August 17 Mayor and City Council meeting for her efforts to help the most vulnerable in our community overcome hunger, domestic violence, homelessness and substance abuse. The organization's many outreach initiatives include a backpack program providing hundreds of children with healthy food each weekend, a "Second Chance" mentorship program for inmates and their families, and the annual Domestic Violence Empowerment Luncheon, honoring those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and empowering survivors.We know there are many people doing extraordinary things in our community each and every day. Let us know about them by emailing cityhall@gaithersburgmd.gov. Use "E...
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Gaithersburg Winter Lights - Charities Sought  Now in its 20th season, the Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival at Seneca Creek State Park has become a much-anticipated holiday tradition for the thousands of families who have shared the magic with us over the years. A portion of the ticket sales from the Festival benefits local charities, helping those in our community. Qualified nonprofit and not-for-profit organizations are invited to apply now for beneficiary status from the 2015 Festival. The opportunities are limited and certain restrictions apply. Applications are due by September 11. This is a City of Gaithersburg announcement. For out of the area readers, Gaithersburg is located in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland in the north western suburbs of Washington, DC. If you hav...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Back to School - Bus Safety  As you prepare for the first day back to school, stay safe with these school bus safety tips. Children riding the school bus should arrive at the stop five minutes early, stay out of the street and six feet away from the curb, wait until the bus completely stops before approaching, and remain seated while the bus is moving at all times. When approaching a stopped school bus with activated flashing red lights, Maryland law requires motorists traveling in the same direction as the bus to stop. Motorists approaching the bus from the opposite direction must stop unless there is a physical barrier, such as a median.Click here for more information on school bus safety and other back-to-school tips, including safe walking and biking, staying home alone after school...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
What Does "Sharrows" Mean? Bicycle Master Plan On roadways throughout the City of Gaithersburg, motorists might notice graphic images of bicycles with two chevron arrows above them. These lane markings, or "sharrows," do not indicate a dedicated biking lane; rather, they alert motorists and bicyclists to the fact that the cyclists may be sharing the full driving lane. Along with the sharrows, these roadways have signs indicating that "Bikes May Use Full Lane." Cyclists are also accommodated on roads with dedicated bike lanes and on multiuse paths with widths generally greater than eight feet. Learn more about Gaithersburg's Bicycle Master Plan here. This is a City of Gaithersburg announcement. Daylily, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IMG 4667Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
 Chicken Taco Salad Firehouse Recipe 1 head iceberg lettuce,  chopped 1 cucumber peeled/chopped 3 stalks celery, chopped 3 carrots, peeled, sliced 2 bunches fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tomatoes, 1" cubes 1 large can sliced black olives 1 15 oz can kidney beans 1 15 oz can corn 3 lbs chicken, sliced into bite sized thin pieces 1 red onion julienned 2 red bell peppers julienned 2 pouches chipotle taco marinade or seasoning 8 oz shredded pepper jack cheese 16oz light sour cream 1 jar salsa 3 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 bag fritos Mix first set of ingredients in large bowl, set aside In separate bowls, make one packet of chipotle marinade each, according to directions on packet marinade chicken in one bowl for at least 30 minutes, longer if possible.  In other bowl, mix onions and peppers wit...
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Record Public School Enrollment in Maryland Public schools will open in Maryland with an expected record enrollment of 870,000 students. In Montgomery County, where we live, the enrollment forecast is that 156,514 students will attend classes during the school year that begins on August 31st. That number includes 2,662 more students than last year.For out of the area readers, the population of Montgomery County, Maryland is about one million and the county has a reputation for the outstanding public school system. A number of the schools will open with classroom additions to meet the expanding demand.It is interesting that Hispanic students now account for the largest racial or ethnic group in kindergarten through the second grade.In neighboring Prince George's County the new school enr...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Teaching Kids How to Walk Safely School starts next week in Montgomery County, Maryland!  If your child walks to school, now would be a good time to review with her/him how to safely walk to school.  The below tips are provided by our partners in safety SafeKids. Teach kids at an early age to look left, right and left again before crossing the street. Then remind them to continue looking around until safely across. It’s always best to walk on sidewalks or paths and cross at street corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. Teach kids to make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street. Children under 10 need to cross the street with an adult. Every child is different, but developmentally, most kid...
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Kentlands Photowalk: Thistle IMG 4602 Kentlands, in zip code 20878, is a planned neo-traditional community within the City of Gaithersburg in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. Kentlands is a favorite neighborhood for families moving to the Metro Area of the District of Columbia.When you take photowalks through Kentlands, you need to pay close attention if you do not want to miss some of the smaller gifts of nature like the thistle in this photograph. Subhash Sharma This nice looking thistle belongs to a group of flowering plants characterized by leaves with sharp prickles on the margins. While most farmers and gardener consider this as an unwanted weed, thistle has a number of useful properties. Firstly it guards the adjoining plants against the herbivores and in earlier days wa...
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City of Gaithersburg Plans for Olde Towne Park Plaza An engineering and design firm will soon begin developing plans for the Olde Towne Park Plaza and streetscapes along East Diamond Avenue. With input from an ad hoc citizen advisory committee, the firm of A. Morton Thomas and Associates, Inc. was selected to conduct the work, which includes an analysis of the existing property, a traffic study and lighting analysis, conceptual and preliminary design, construction drawings, and assistance with construction management. The Plaza, located at the corner of South Summit and East Diamond Avenues, has long been the subject of discussion for public use. Project updates can be found here. This is a City of Gaithersburg announcement. Hydrangea, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IM...
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