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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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Gaithersburg Citizen Participation Encouraged in Public Safety Initiatives Two-way communication between the Gaithersburg Police Department and the public is critical to the success of public safety initiatives in our community.  Citizens sometimes fail to call the police because they feel the information is not relevant, or seems trivial.  However, this type of information is important to help identify trends, and can sometimes lead to solving a crime.  Every set of eyes on the street is valuable. The Gaithersburg Police Department encourages the public to call 9-1-1 in emergency situations, or to report non-emergency activities and information to 301-279-8000. Equally as important is the dissemination of information to the public.  Through press releases, online crime report summaries...
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Little Quarry Park Cleanup in Kentlands  In the coming weeks, a landscape contractor will be cleaning up a front portion of Little Quarry Park along Chestertown Street.  This work will involve flush cutting and removing invasive plant materials, removing vines growing on trees, and removing dead trees and broken tree branches.  Following the work of the contractor at the front portion of the park, the City's Department of Public Works will continue the same scope of work in other areas of the park.  This will include removing invasive plant material around the picnic table area, removing invasives around the edges of the paths for more clearance and removing invasives and dead trees in the open area between the walking path and Route 124.Invasive plants are very difficult to eradicate a...
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By Fernando Herboso - Associate Broker MD, & VA, 301-246-0001 Serving Maryland, DC and Northern VA
(Maxus Realty Group of Samson Properties )
  "I'm paying it with CA$H!"Everybody PAYS CASH!Unrealistic offers will be rejected quickly even if you tell them you got cash. . . Learn to work with the banks. .they aren't falling for the same tricks as a FSBO would. They want cash and they will get cash. . if they get it in the form of a check, transferred funds or a wheelbarrow full of quarters.. .it doesn't matter. . It's the same thing . . .CASH!As a matter fact, a good Realtor can negotiate for you aroundthe four discount factors: price, down payment, interest rateand closing costs.  Telling them you are paying cash most likely will not be helping you obtain the best price.Besides, if you have that much cash. . .you should be buying 3,4 even 5 properties not just one.Have you heard of leveraging your money? Great concept and yo...
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Crocuses are blooming in Kentlands - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs I like to take walks through Kentlands and Lakelands, in Gaithersburg, Maryland.  With my camera in hand, I watch for the changing colors of the season.  Taking a few photographs makes the walks more enjoyable.  Sometimes, great beauty may be found in the smallest things that we pass every day. We do not have too many flowers blooming at this time of the year, but the Crocuses are beautiful and the first Daffodils are now blooming.  Spring is coming!  What is blooming in your home neighborhood? Kentlands Crocuses IMG_4603 Kentlands Crocuses IMG_4601 Kentlands Crocuses IMG_4594 Kentlands Crocus IMG_4593 Kentlands Crocus IMG_4592 Kentlands Crocuses IMG_4605 First Daffodil, Kentlands IMG_4604 Photographs by Roy Kelley ...
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Colorful Orchids on a Rainy Day in Maryland  There are many things that most of us would like to accomplish on the extra day that we receive in Leap Year.  Today is a very rainy day in Maryland and is not the greatest for outdoor activities.  Many of us are staying in as we wish for an early spring.  Flowers are always good to brighten our days and we can always count on our visits to Longwood Gardens for photographs of beautiful flowers and plants.  The current annual exhibit in the Conservatory at Longwood Gardens is Orchid Extravaganza.  Take your family with cameras in hand for a most enjoyable experience. Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4030 Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4031 Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4034 Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_...
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Applications, Donations Sought for CHARACTER COUNTS! Scholarship Program - Gaithersburg, Maryland  High school seniors who are residents of the City of Gaithersburg are encouraged to apply for a W. Edward Bohrer, Jr. Memorial CHARACTER COUNTS! Scholarship.  Since the program’s inception in 1998, 59 high school seniors have received more than $125,000 to help with their continuing education costs. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the City of Gaithersburg’s Educational Enrichment Committee, and are based on the embodiment of the Six Pillars of Character, personal merit, financial need, and the student’s commitment to further education.   Previous scholarship awards have ranged from $1,500 to $3,000 each.  Applications are available through school guidance counselors, princip...
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By Bruno & Noel Tarquinii, www.search4homes.us
Gaithersburg is fourth largest city of the state located in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is divided into two sections that are east and west section. This city has many restaurants with various cuisines.   Are you interested in food? All of you will say, yes to it…obviously nobody can live without food but only some people have the exquisite sense or special interest in selection and quality of food.    According to Mark Twain, part of the secret of a success in life is to eat what you like and let the food fight it out inside.   Anyhow Gaithersburg has many restaurants depending upon the type of cuisine ranging from American, Asian, Chinese, Thai, and what not? You yourself can decide which restaurant is best for you, as it depends upon your choice of food. However the names of some...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Kentlands Bridal Showcase     Kentlands Bridal Showcase Video You are cordially invited to theSpring Bridal Showcase at Kentlands MansionMarch 25, 2012 Noon - 4 p.m.   Plan your dream wedding all in one place.  The Kentlands Mansion Spring Bridal Show takes place on Sunday, March 25, 2012, from noon to 4 p.m.  Gaithersburg's elegant 19th century estate provides the perfect setting to start your wedding planning process or finish up the final touches to your special day.  The Mansion is located at 320 Kent Square Road in Gaithersburg. Experience the elegance and charm of historic Kentlands Mansion while meeting one-on-one with a variety of wedding vendors, including caterers, photographers, event planners, musicians, makeup artists, hotel representatives and more.  Brides-to-be can spen...
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 Kentlands 2012 Facilities Pass Updates  Updating facilities passes for 2012 will begin March 12.  Please come by the Clubhouse to update your Facilities Passes and sign up for your Guest Pass prior to the pool opening on Saturday, May 26.  Passes will not be updated on Memorial Day.Just a few guidelines on updating passes:  Avoid long lines when the pool opens by updating your passes after March 12 and in April and early May. If you cannot update your pass during regular and/or extended hours, you may drop your pass(es) off at the Clubhouse for updating the next business day.  Do not discard your old passes.  If you have discarded them or have lost your pass(es), there is a $5 replacement fee for each one.   For your convenience, please bring passes for your whole family to the Clubhou...
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Paws in the Park Dog Walk and Festival   Phone 301-258-6350 Email mwinans@gaithersburgmd.gov   “Helping Animals is a Walk in the Park” Sunday, April 29, 2012Noon - 4 p.m.Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm506 S. Frederick Ave.Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Registration is now open for the 14th Annual Paws in the Park dog walk and festival, one of the largest dog walks in the DC area.  As a signature special event of the Montgomery County Humane Society, held in partnership with the City of Gaithersburg, it raises funds to help homeless and abandoned animals throughout Montgomery County. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, April 29, from noon to 4 p.m. at Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm, 506 S. Fredrick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD, next to Gaithersburg High School. The fun-filled afternoon incl...
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Weekend Orchids from Longwood Gardens - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs In recent days, some comments on my blogs requested more orchid photographs.  So, this post is for the orchid lovers.  The current annual exhibit at Longwood Gardens is Orchid Extravaganza.  This is a wonderful event if you will be in the eastern Pennsylvania area. Have a wonderful weekend and be sure to have your camera in hand to capture those special moments when you are out and about in your community or during your travels. Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4084 Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4086 Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4085 Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera. Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 
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Reverse mortgages on the rise - Information for seniors and their advisors "Converting home equity into cash has been a challenge for home owners since the real-estate downturn, but a growing number of lenders are quietly reviving a loan for seniors that does just that: the reverse mortgage.Reverse mortgages allow home owners who are at least 62 years old to draw down on their home's equity in exchange for cash in several ways, including one lump sum, a line of credit or monthly Compared to a few years ago, the total number of reverse mortgages is small. But lending has been picking up. In 2011, MetLife Bank originated 10,512 reverse mortgages, up 171% from the previous year, according to data firm Reverse Market Insight. The firm tracks reverse mortgages insured by the Department of H...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Lilies at Longwood Gardens 2/24/12 We have a rainy Friday afternoon in Gaithersburg, Maryland.  A few of the spring flowers are beginning to bloom and we hope that the end of winter weather is near. Longwood Gardens is a wonderful place to visit at any time of the year.  Currently, the special exhibit in the Conservatory is Orchid Extravaganza.  There are also thousands of other beautiful flowers and plants to see and enjoy. Have an outstanding weekend and be sure to have your camera in hand to capture the special moments when you are out and about in your community or during your travels. Longwood Gardens Conservatory IMG_4164 Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera. Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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February is a good time to visit Longwood Gardens  Longwood Gardens is a special place to visit at any time of the year.  Now is the time to visit the Conservatory to see the annual Orchid Extravaganza.  Take your family, with cameras in hand, for an experience that you will remember. For those of us living in Montgomery County, Longwood Gardens is close enough for a day trip.  The location is on Route 1, just west of Wilmington, Delaware, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4156 Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza IMG_4154 Longwood Gardens Conservatory IMG_4150 Photographs by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera. Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 
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M. Cutone Mushroon Co. in Avondale, PA When we visit eastern Pennsylvania, Dolores likes to stop in Avondale to purchase fresh mushrooms at M. Cutone Mushroom Co. This is mushroom country! What is your favorite place for purchasing fresh mushrooms?  Are you willing to share your secret?   Be sure to keep your camera in hand to capture those special moments when you are out and about. Happy New Year! M. Cutone Mushroon Co. in Avondale IMG_2920 M. Cutone Mushroon Co. in Avondale IMG_2919 Photograph by Roy Kelley.  Canon PowerShot G11 camera. Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Profile Photograph at the Maymont Nature Center Aquarium Recently, Dolores and I visited the Maymont Nature and Visitor Center in Richmond, Virginia.  They have wonderful aquarium and wildlife exhibits. When I was taking this photograph, I was thinking about profile pictures, so I tried to get a good angle.  If your profile picture looks like this, it is time to update the photograph you are using.  Have a great week and be sure to have your camera in hand to capture the special moments. Maymont Nature Center Aquarium IMG_4398 Maymont Nature Center Aquarium IMG_4403 Turtle, Maymont Nature Center Aquarium IMG_4434 Photographs by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera. Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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"Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" Con Their Way onto Arts Barn Stage This Weekend in Kentlands  The Arts Barn Theatre Series presents "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," produced by Damascus Theatre Company in partnership with the Arts Barn, with music and lyrics by David Yazbek, and book by Jeffrey Lane.  The musical runs February 10 through 26, 2012, with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Admission is $18, $16 for City residents. This show contains adult language and is recommended for those 10 and above, with parental guidance suggested. Based on the popular 1988 film of the same name, "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" centers on two con men living on the French Riviera.  The suave and sophisticated Lawrence Jameson makes his lavish living talking rich ladies out of their ...
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By Fernando Herboso - Associate Broker MD, & VA, 301-246-0001 Serving Maryland, DC and Northern VA
(Maxus Realty Group of Samson Properties )
  Lakelands – Kentlands Homes for Sale and Community Report in Gaithersburg MD 20878 Kentlands Bridal Showcase Kentlands Gaithersburg Maryland    The Kentlands Mansion, was main residence of the farm owners of it’s land and is now the center of the historic Kentlands Farm. The venue is available for art exhibits, concerts, and public events, and also as a rental for private parties and meetings. The Kentlands Barn has been converted into a public arts center with studios, exhibit space, and a ninety-nine seat theater used for theatrical performances and concerts.    This is a  community service for the Lakelands and Kentlands Neighbors; we like to bring notice of the Spring Bridal Showcase in the Kentlands Mansion for March 25th 2012 noon to 4:00PM Plan your dream wedding all in one pla...
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Quirky Mystery "Underneath the Lintel" Unfolds on Arts Barn Stage in Kentlands  The Arts Barn Theatre presents Paul Morella in "Underneath the Lintel," a one-man show by Glen Berger.  The play runs March 2 through 18, 2012, with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Admission is $24, $22 for City residents. This show contains adult language and is appropriate for those 12 and older, with parental guidance suggested. Morella stars as the "Librarian," the sole character in Berger's "Underneath the Lintel," who finds a guidebook 113 years overdue anonymously deposited in the overnight return box.  It is this discovery, along with a string of clues, which sets the main character off on an around-the-world journey to find the book’s tardy borrower.  Through hi...
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Gaithersburg Book Festival Seeks Local Authors to Spotlight on May 19 Authors living in the Washington, D.C., area have the opportunity to be showcased alongside award-winning and best-selling authors on May 19, 2012, at the Gaithersburg Book Festival. Organizers of the festival are accepting applications from local authors who have published a book within the last year and are interested in speaking about their work during the festival’s “Local Spotlight Hour.” “The Washington, D.C., area has long been recognized as the most literate region in the country,” said Jud Ashman, Gaithersburg Book Festival chairman and City of Gaithersburg Council Member. “So it’s no surprise that we boast a large number of talented authors - both nationally known and up-and-coming - who reside in our area....
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