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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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By Roy Kelley
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Asphalt Repaving in Kentlands   Kentlands residents need to pay very close attention to the following announcement from the Kentlands Citizens Assembly. This is the schedule for the next phase of the asphalt repaving of the community owned mews (alleys). These activities will impact access to garages during the operations. If we have the same experience as last year, there will probably be weather delays or work requirement delays. So, all of us need to also watch for updates of the schedule.  Please keep in mind that the public streets are not included in this repaving program. Parking may be inconvenient during the paving operations since there will be many more vehicles parked on the public streets.   KENTLANDS® Citizens Assembly Asphalt  Repaving Phase II of the asphalt paving proje...
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Real Estate Industry Ice Cream Social   This Wednesday, August 20, 2014 is the date of the next summertime Ice Cream Social sponsored by Confidence Title & Escrow. I always enjoy these monthly events. It is a good time to network with Montgomery County, Maryland real estate professionals and loan officers. The hours of the Ice Cream Social are from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and the location is Bruster's Ice Cream on North Frederick Road.   
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Gazania in our Kentlands home garden   This is one of the many gazanias in the planter at the front of our home in the Kentlands community in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Gazanias are small flowers that add a lot of summertime color and are great for photographs. To obtain a background like this, simply hold a sheet of paper behind the flower. I use the free service of iPiccy.com for photo editing. Have some fun as you photograph your flowers.   Gazania, Kentlands, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 8657 Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Book Recommendation: A Foreign Country by Charles Cumming   I just finished the second book this week by the same author. This spy thriller, A Foreign County (2012) by Charles Cumming was the best novel of the two. This is another good book for your reading list. The Sunday Book Review in The New York Times will tell you all you need to know. One of my personal goal is to read a least one novel each week for personal pleasure. Read a good book this week!     Dahlia + Imagination IMG 8661 Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Kentlands Annual Dog Swim   The pool season in Kentlands will end on Labor Day, Monday September 1, 2014 at 9:00 p.m.  The Social (Main) Pool will close at 4 pm for the season and the annual Dog Swim will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.  The Lap and Baby Pools will remain open until 9 p.m. Dog owners will want to be present for the dog swim with cameras in hand. All should be prepared to wash their pets and clean their ears after they are in the pool.     Gazania, Kentlands, Gaithersburg, MD IMG 8664 Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Federal Court Action:  Wake Up Call for Real Estate Brokers Receiving Kickbacks   The Nation’s Housing column by Kenneth R. Harney provides some details on a legal action in the U.S. District Court in Baltimore that alleges that a top real estate team has received over a million dollars in payments characterized as illegal kickbacks from a title insurance company. The filing seeks class-action status and $11.2 million in compensatory damages. Real estate agents and brokers that have received payments from title insurance companies will want to pay close attention to this litigation. Many real estate firms have affiliated business arrangements with service providers. Those arrangements may lead to challenging and costly litigation when inadequate disclosures are provided to consumers. Su...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Have you seen any white squirrels?   We have grey squirrels and black squirrels in our neighbor but I have not yet seen a white squirrel. A friend shared this photograph of an albino squirrel in her yard.  Use this link for more information on white squirrels. Major places that have white squirrels are: Marionville, Missouri  Brevard, North Carolina Olney, Illinois Kenton, Tennessee Charlotte, North Carolina Exeter, Ontario Canada  
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Housing Trends, Washington, DC Metro Area, July, 2014   Families on the move to the Washington, DC Metro area will find that home median home prices are up slightly from last year and the inventory of available homes up. However, when you look at the historical figures, the inventory is still below normal levels. Homes are selling quickly and there may be multiple contract competition in preferred areas. Smart home buyers will use the services of an experienced local buyer agent. Those that plan to use mortgage financing should obtain a pre-approval letter for the needed mortgage financing.   
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Book Suggestion: The Spanish Game by Charles Cumming   I just finished reading The Spanish Game (2006) by Charles Cumming. This is a British spy novel featuring Alex Milius, formerly with the British Secret Intelligence Service. The setting is Madrid, Spain. When you need additional books for your reading list, you may wish to try some of the novels by this author. This character was introduced in a previous novel, A Spy by Nature. One of my personal goals is to read at least one novel each week for my personal pleasure.     Gazania + Imagination IMG 8672A Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Hosta in our home garden   It is getting near the end of the season for hosta plants in our home neighborhood. When you are selecting hosta plants for your home garden, consider the colors of the leaves and the colors of the blooms. You may need to look closely to see the differences in the flowers.   Hosta in our Kentlands home garden Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Gerbera Daisy from our home garden   This flower in this photograph is a Gerbera Daisy from our home garden. these flowers grow well in our area and are available in many colors and sizes. To get a background like this, simply hold a sheet of paper behind the flower.  For photo editing, I use the free service provided by iPiccy.com.     Gerbera Daisy, Kentlands, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 8654 Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Is title insurance needed by home buyers?   Many home buyers ask if they need to purchase title insurance. A good response would be to share this article by my friend Harvey Jacobs. He has given me permission to use his articles in my blogs but this would make a long blog. House Lawyer: Is title insurance necessary for buyers?     Kentlands Photowalk Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Have some fun as you photograph flowers   Flower photography is a hobby for me and I thought I would share a secret that you can use as you photograph the flowers in your home garden and your neighborhood. You will need an assistant to hold a sheet of colored paper behind the flower to give it a special effect. Try different colors and add this as an exercise for the young people in your family as they explore the potential of photography. By the way, all of your photographs will look better if you spend a few moments editing them. I use iPiccy.com, a free photo editing site. Have a wonderful weekend with your camera in hand.     Gazania, Kentlands, Gaithersburg, MD IMG 8669 Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Kentlands Concert on the Lawn, Saturday, August 16th   Due to scheduling conflicts, "None of Your Business" will not be performing on Saturday, but the "Built 4 Comfort" Band will be playing for the last installment of the concert on the lawn series. The event will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the Kentlands Clubhouse lawn.  You may wish to bring your friends, family and a picnic dinner for a musically good time! There is plenty of space for guests and visitors for this free community event. For out of the area readers, Kentlands is a planned neo-traditional community located within the City of Gaithersburg in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. Kentlands is a favorite community for families being relocated to the Metro Area of Washington, DC.     Dahlia, Kentlands, Gaithersbu...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Water Safety Tips for Dogs   You will want to make sure that your dog is safe when around water. This article provides some water safety tips for you. You will also find links to other articles that may be of interest. Water Safety Tips for Dogs in Coastal Virginia   Can your dog swim? “Among the dogs that swim naturally are water spaniels, setters, retrievers, akitas, Kerry blue terriers, poodles and Newfoundlands. Not all dogs love the water and there are some dogs that should not swim. Dogs with respiratory difficulty, especially laryngeal paralysis, should not swim. There are also some breeds of dogs that aren’t strong swimmers like Basset hounds and dogs with low body fat. Other breeds that can’t swim at all or swim only with great difficulty are bulldogs, dachshunds, pugs, corgis,...
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Friday Night Wine Tasting in Kentlands, August 15, 2014   Dolores and I always enjoy the Friday night wine tasting at Pinky & Pepe's Grape escape.   Did you see this market report?  Please leave your comments. Washington, DC Metro Area Housing Market, July, 2014  
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By Roy Kelley
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Dahlia   Dahlia, Kentlands, Gaithersburg, MD IMG 8682 Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
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Summer Fiesta in Kentlands The annual Kentlands Summer Fest will take place on Saturday, August 30, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. behind the Clubhouse and the pools. This is the biggest community event of the summer and is sure to be a good time! This Fiesta will feature catering by Moe's Southwest Grill, good music, good drinks, and good company!  There is no additional charge for this event for the residents of Kentlands. Please call the Clubhouse at 301-948-2071 to reserve space for your family.   Paper Kite Butterfly + Imagination Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center Renovations   Work has begun to enhance the Gaithersburg Upcounty Senior Center. Over the next few months, the lobby will be converted to a 1,000 square foot fitness center with 14 pieces of equipment, the entrance is being relocated and redesigned to promote secure access, the lecture room will be enlarged to accommodate different types of programming, and the Craft Room is being redesigned to accommodate an 8-station computer lab. The Center is open during construction, although some programming may be disrupted. Learn more about the Senior Center here. For out of the area readers, the City of Gaithersburg is located in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland in the western suburbs of Washington, DC.   Kentlands Photowalk Photograph by Roy Kelley R...
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