Admin

Gaithersburg, MD Real Estate News

Book Recommendation: The Solomon Effect by C. S. GrahamThe Solomon Effect (2009) is the second novel of the Jax Alexander Mystery series by C. S. Graham, a pseudonym of Steven Harris and Candice Proctor. You may wish to add this three book series to your reading list. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about these thrillers and the authors.“With nail-biting tension and hair-raising escapades, Graham takes readers on a thrilling journey of conspiracy and international espionage.” —Fresh FictionCIA agent Jax Alexander and remote viewer Tobie Guinness—the heroes of C.S. Graham’s bestselling debut The Archangel Project—are back in The Solomon Effect, a riveting thriller that combines authentic CIA spycraft, unearthed Nazi secrets, and biological terror in a tale that races...
Comments 3
National Weather Service Predicts Active Hurricane SeasonAs hurricane season begins, staying safe means being prepared with communication plans, evacuation routes, and disaster supply kits. Last year’s season was the third most expensive on record, with high activity and several Category 5 hurricanes.Due to warm sea temperatures and the ongoing La Niña system, the National Weather Service predicts another above-average season, expecting 14 to 21 named storms, with three to six major hurricanes at a Category 3 or higher.To find helpful local, state, and federal resources, visit MDOA’s Emergency Preparedness page at https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/EmergencyPreparedness.aspx.This is a Maryland Department of Aging announcement.  Lilies, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IM...
Comments 5
Montgomery County's Community Advocacy InstituteBig congratulations to the 27 residents who graduated from Montgomery County's Community Advocacy Institute—the largest class in the program’s history! This free, bilingual training empowers residents to be changemakers in their communities. More: https://ow.ly/xojH50VXk2bThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.The CAI is a free, eight-month, bilingual advocacy training program for Montgomery County residents with low to moderate incomes. Participants engage in workshops focused on storytelling, working with elected officials, public speaking and key policy issues impacting the community. The program is facilitated by the Community Action Board and supported by volunteers, including past CAI graduates and board members. Dandelio...
Comments 2
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
The Gift of AcceptanceThe June ActiveRain Challenge is all about you, your dreams and what you would like to create in life. During these times of divisive news, negative comments, retaliation and revenge, it is a good to turn our thoughts to the positive elements of life. In one of the recent novels I read, a school poster was quoted: "Accept others for who they are. Not for who you think they should be." I asked Claude.ai to write an article with this theme and received the following results. One of the nice things about the gift of acceptance is that is priceless but costs nothing.The Gift of Acceptance: Loving Others as They AreWe all carry blueprints in our minds—invisible sketches of how we think the people in our lives should be. Your partner should be more organized. Your friend...
Comments 12
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Purple Line NewsletterWondering what’s going on with Purple Line construction? The latest update has you covered: from new bike lanes to small biz grants to nearly 80% project completion. Catch up on progress, photos and how to stay involved: https://ow.ly/Jjm750W02BhThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Columbine, Longwood Gardens Photowalk,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4390Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 1
Helpful Tips for Living & Learning about People with Dementia TrainingJoin the ARC of Montgomery County for "Caregivers are Superheroes! Helpful Hints for Living & Learning about People with Dementia," from 10-11 a.m. on Monday, June 9. This is a supportive and informative training session designed for caregivers, respite clients of ARC and ARC members. The training session will take place at the ARC's office at 7362 Calhoun Place in Rockville. The speaker for the session will be Ruth Kershner, LCSW-C, CDP, CADDCT, manager of Montgomery County Health and Human Services' Caregiver Support Program. The event is free but registration is required.Click here for more information.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Skullcap, Scutellaria, 'Garbo', Longwood Gardens,Kennett Squar...
Comments 6
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
2025 Girl Power Contest WinnersCelebrating Women’s History MonthThe Montgomery County Commission for Women (CFW) has announced the winners of its eighth annual “Girl Power Contest,” held in celebration of Women’s History Month. Victoria Lever, Federica Albanese, Ansuya Bisbey and Natalie Jean were selected as first-place winners in the elementary, middle, high school and adult categories.Click here to read the press release.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Orchids, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 1208Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 4
Book Recommendation: Bless Your Heart by Leigh DunlapBless Your Heart (August 12, 2025) is the debut thriller by Leigh Dunlap. Click on the link to reach the website. It is always fun to read the first novel and wonder what will follow. Motherhood and murder link five very different women when a working-class detective clashes with wealthy moms in this upmarket thriller in the vein of May Cobb and Jeneva Rose.Anderson Tupper, a member of one of Atlanta’s richest families, has been murdered in the dugout of the Little League field where he was a volunteer coach, and it’s up to Detective Shay Claypool, a single mother from the other side of town, to find his killer.With the exclusive area of Buckhead threatening to secede from the city of Atlanta and take its tax revenue with it, Shay is ...
Comments 4
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Be Bear AwareHeads up, MoCo! You’re not the only one hitting the road this summer! Young black bears are on the move too. As sightings rise across the DMV, it’s a good time to be Bear Aware.More:   https://ow.ly/uG8950W0gQtThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Poppy, Longwood Gardens Photowalk,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4394Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 4
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Storm Drain Art in Montgomery CountyHave you seen the storm drain art around the County? Raising stormwater runoff awareness, one drain at a time. Remember only rain down the drain.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.Tulip, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 6038Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 7
Montgomery Can Code: FREE Weeklong Summer CampShare with a rising MCPS 6th, 7th, or 8th grader who’s curious about coding! Montgomery Can Code has a FREE weeklong summer camp at Montgomery College where MCPS students learn to code through fun, hands-on projects. Spots are limited!Learn more: https://mcpsmd.info/4kGUM9d.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.Montgomery Can Code | Summer Camp 2025  Join us for free a weeklong Summer Coding Camp. Campers will learn to code with Swift, Apple’s easy to learn programming language from coding experts. The weeklong camp will be open to all MCPS Middle school students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade.   Campers will have a choice to attend one (1) free week of half day camp either in-person or virtual sessions    Please Note: Some of ...
Comments 2
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Build Gaithersburg 2040The City continues its work on updating the Master Plan and the next effort is Build Gaithersburg 2040, which will revise the Land Use and Transportation Elements looking out to 2040.  Both plans were last updated in 2011 and 2010 respectively. Track the progress of this effort, review informational project materials, sign up for project updates and ways to be involved, and participate in surveys on the project page here. Click here to read more.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Dahlia, National Capital Dahlia Society Show, Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, Maryland USA IMG 3048Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 2
Book Recommendation: Who Will Remember by C. S. HarrisWho Will Remember (2025) is historical novel number 20 of the Sebastian St. Cyr Mystery series by C. S. Harris. Dolores and I have read all of the books in this series and recommend them for your reading list. Click on the link to learn more about the author and her many books. C. S. Harris is a pin name for Candice Proctor. The gruesome murder of a prominent nobleman throws an already unsettled London into chaos in this electrifying new historical mystery by the USA Today bestselling author of What Cannot Be Said.August 1816. England is in the grip of what will become known as the Year Without a Summer. Facing the twin crises of a harvest-destroying volcanic winter and the economic disruption caused by the end of the Napoleonic Wars...
Comments 3
By Fernando Herboso - Associate Broker MD, & VA, 301-246-0001 Serving Maryland, DC and Northern VA
(Maxus Realty Group of Samson Properties )
Considering a move to the Washington, DC metro area? You might have come across Gaithersburg, Maryland in your search. Located in Montgomery County, Gaithersburg offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility.With its rich history, diverse community, and modern amenities, Gaithersburg is an attractive destination for individuals and families alike. Whether you're buying your first home or relocating within the region, understanding the key aspects of Gaithersburg will help you settle in and start feeling at home faster.Gaithersburg provides a desirable balance of proximity to major job centers, affordable housing compared to nearby cities, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal location for those looking to relocate.Discovering Gaithersburg: Maryland'...
Comments 2
Pride in the Park Comedy Night, Brookside GardensReady to laugh out loud? Celebrate Pride Month at Brookside Gardens with Pride Comedy Night on June 4! Bring a chair, grab some food, and enjoy a night of comedy from LGBTQIA+ comedians. Show starts at 7 pm: good vibes guaranteed! https://ow.ly/PCpu50W4hXzThis is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Tulip, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 6043Canon PowerShot G11Photograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 0
CSX Rail Construction Road Closures – New June DatesMajor rail construction work by CSX will require complete closure of the road crossing at Summit Ave. during the entire construction period. Effective Monday, June 23, through Friday, June 27, the railroad crossing at Summit Ave. will be closed. Chestnut St. remains closed through May 22. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes during this period. Commuters are advised to confirm schedules and adjust travel plans accordingly. This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Dahlia, Wheels, National Capital Dahlia Society Show, Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, Maryland USA IMG 3049Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 3
Mama Cozzi’s Thin Crust Queso PizzaChef Dolores served a Mama Cozzi’s Thin Crust Queso Pizza for our pizza night at home and we enjoyed it. This is a spicy pizza! I purchased this selection at our local Aldi store in Gaithersburg, Maryland.Mama Cozzi’s Thin Crust Queso Pizza is an Aldi Find. That means it’s in stores for just a limited time. Each store gets a single shipment, and after that sells out, it’s gone. Aldi does not offer online ordering if this is sold out at your local store. When this is in stock, you’ll find it in the Aldi Find freezer case.  Hibiscus, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 8572Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Comments 7
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Free Summer Twilight Concert SeriesJune at Brookside GardensFree Summer Twilight Concert SeriesJoin us from 6:30 - 8:00 pm each Tuesday evening in June for a series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Admission is free, and no registration is required. Bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Concerts will be held on the lawn behind the Visitor Center. Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure. Alcohol is prohibited. Click here to learn more and for updates.  June 3  – Zydeco Hot Peppers / Genre: Louisiana Blues, Zydeco June 10 – David Bach Consort / Genre: World Contemporary, Jazz June 17 – Moose Jaw / Genre: Bluegrass June 24 – René Ibañez & Cubano Groov...
Comments 2
Gaithersburg Book Festival Poetry Contest WinnersCongratulations to the winners of the 2025 Gaithersburg Book Festival poetry contest for high school students. Natalia Coronado-Mercer, sophomore at Appomattox Regional Governor’s School, was awarded first prize for her poem “Chainlink Angels.” Second prize went to Sebastian Biros, a junior at British International School of Washington, for “Ode to the District.” Ananya Gautam, a senior at Winston Churchill High School, received third prize for “zeitgeist.” The Fan Favorite winner was Leah Bulson, a senior at Richard Montgomery High School, for her poem “Read Their Words.” Click here to read more.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Garden Phlox, Phlox paniculata, Kentlands Photowalk,Gaithersburg, Maryoand USA IMG 0135Ca...
Comments 2
By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Medicare Fraud Prevention WeekMedicare Fraud Prevention Week, from June 2-8, 2025, focuses on educating Medicare beneficiaries, caregivers, and healthcare providers about how to detect and prevent Medicare fraud, such as billing for services not provided, issuing unnecessary procedures, or stealing personal identities. If you detect suspicious activity or need assistance reviewing your Medicare statements, contact your local Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP), which offers educational resources and one-on-one fraud prevention counseling.Visit aging.maryland.gov/SMP for more information.This is a Maryland Department of Aging message. Poppy Flowered Amemone, Anemone coronaria, 'PAS 1851', Mona Lisa Blue Bicolor, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 2709Canon PowerShot G11 Came...
Comments 1
Explore Gaithersburg, MD