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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Thankful for Career SupportThe November Challenge for blogger members of ActiveRain is to share expressions of thankfulness. I am currently thankful for many years of a comfortable retirement that has been made possible by a successful career in the real estate industry.Many people have provided me with meaningful support and assistance over the years. Some of the most productive assistance was from my staff members at the office and the very special support for my licensed assistant who worked in my home office for five decades. That special assistant happened to by my wife, Dolores.Dolores was always there to assist me in any way possible and she spent many nights and weekends taking calls, adding information to our database and assisting me with the scheduling of appointments that so...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Paper Shredding & Recycling EventThe Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) invites the community to a special Confidential Paper Shredding & Recycling Event. Do you have old tax documents, bank statements, or other sensitive papers piling up? Bring them to this community drop-off event for secure, on-site shredding and eco-friendly recycling at no additional cost. It’s a great way to protect your personal information and help the planet.Click here to learn more.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Flame Lily + Imagination, Color Edited for our Imagination Series, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 8715ACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Montgomery County Recreation Winter Programs RegistrationMontgomery County Recreation will open registration for its 2025-26 winter programs, classes and activities on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 6:30 a.m. for most programs and activities. Registration for all senior programs, including Bone Builders, will begin the same day at 9 a.m. Click here to register online.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Coneflower + Imagination, Color Edited for our Imagination Series, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 8741ACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Book Recommendation: The Last Hitman by Robin YocumThe Last Hitman (Expected publication date: December 2, 2025, Crooked Lane Books) is an interesting new novel by crime writer Robin Yocum. I enjoyed this book and recommed it for your reading list. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about the author and his books.Marked for death, a hitman must figure out how to save himself and extract a final revenge before his past catches up to him.Perfect for fans of Eli Cranor and Tulsa King, this thrilling mafia tale shows what happens when loyalty isn’t a two-way street.Once upon a time, being a “made man” meant something. Angelo Cipriani was a member of the inner circle of the Fortuna Crime Family, one of the biggest mafia families in the Ohio Valley. Not that Angelo would eve...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
John Quincy Adams and Indian Pudding: A Presidential Sweet Tradition Setting the Historical Record Straight When exploring the culinary preferences of America's sixth president, John Quincy Adams, one encounters a fascinating case of historical mix-up that has persisted in popular culture. While Indian pudding—that quintessentially New England dessert made from cornmeal, molasses, and spices—was indeed a beloved treat in the Adams household, it was actually John Adams, the second president and John Quincy's father, who was particularly fond of this traditional dessert. Historical records reveal that John Quincy Adams had notably different tastes from his father. Unlike many of his presidential peers, the younger Adams maintained remarkably austere dietary preferences. Contemporary acco...
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Hispanic Heritage Month in Gaithersburg, MarylandCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 through October 15, with educational and cultural programs and exhibits. Explore our complete list of programs here. An official proclamation was presented at the September 2 Mayor and City Council meeting to City resident Marcela Urtubey. Born in Costa Rica, Marcela has dedicated the past 12 years to serving families as a Parent Outreach Worker at the Gaithersburg High School Wellness Center.As a proud mother of two sons raised in Gaithersburg, Marcela’s shift in efforts began when she noticed a gap in support for Spanish-speaking parents during her children’s middle school years. She saw a need and stepped forward with a simple but powerful goal: to ensure that every parent feels seen, hea...
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Book Recommendation: Daikon by Samuel HawleyDiakon (July, 2025) is a gripping and fascinating work of historical fiction by Samuel Hawley. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about the author and this book.A sweeping and suspenseful novel of love and war, set in Japan during the final days of World War II, with a shocking historical premise: three atomic bombs were actually delivered to the Pacific—not two—and when one of them falls into the hands of the Japanese, the fate of a couple that has been separated from one another becomes entangled with the fate of this terrifying new device.War has taken everything from physicist Keizo Kan. His young daughter was killed in the Great Tokyo Air Raid, and now his Japanese American wife, Noriko, has been imprisoned by the brutal...
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Harvest Moon Festival on Sept. 21 in Silver SpringSilver Spring Town Center Inc. will host the 12th Annual Harvest Moon Festival from 1-7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 21, at Veterans Plaza in downtown Silver Spring. The event will feature live entertainment, cultural performances and seasonal festivities. The event is free.Click here to learn more.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Phlox, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 2238Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Ellie McIntire, Luxury service in Central Maryland
(Ellicott City Clarksville Howard County Maryland Real Estate)
  8105 Irwell Ct, Gaithersburg, MD Click here to Get Directions$550000 4 Beds - 3 Baths - 0.34 acres Lot Photos Maps & Local Schools Print For more info, contact directly the Official Listing Agent, Ellie Mcintire with Keller Williams Realty at 443-418-7668 © or 443-574-1600 (o) – Have your mouse tour the house with the 3D tour - https://bit.ly/8105IrwellCtTour Welcome to this well-cared-for four-bedroom, 2.5-bath home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac on Irwell Court in Gaithersburg. Loved by its original owners since 1979, this is a rare opportunity to become only the second household to call it home. Set on a generous .34-acre lot—one of the largest in the neighborhood—this property boasts a terrific front yard complete with a long driveway and a covered front porch AND a spacious fe...
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Book Recommendation: A Moment's Shadow by Anna Lee HuberA Moment's Shadow (August, 2025) is novel number eight of the excellent Verity Kent Mystery series by Anna Lee Huber. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about the author and her books. Violence, reprisal, and intrigue abound in post-World War I Ireland as the bloody conflict between the Irish Republican Army and the British authorities continues to escalate.  But former Secret Service agent Verity Kent must deal with a more immediate concern—the possession of poisonous gas by a ruthless adversary . . .August 1920, Dublin,  A fraught task keeps Verity and her husband Sidney in the country after their initial clandestine mission has been the traitor Lord Ardmore is scheming to employ the deadly phosgene gas he’s sto...
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National Capital Dahlia Society 90th Annual Flower ShowSaturday September 27 2 p.m.-5 p.m.Sunday September 28 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Bloom sale Sunday at 3 p.m.Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902Open to all to enter and to view1000+ dahlia blooms including design and photography sectionsInformation on growing dahliasVisit us online: https://www.nationalcapitaldahlia.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Nationalcapitaldahliasociety instagram: nationalcapitaldahlias   Dahlia lovers will enjoy this annual event.  Dahlia, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 9916Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Clean Water Montgomery Grants Available for Local Non-ProfitsThe Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection and the Chesapeake Bay Trust, announced $900,000 in funding for local, community-driven initiatives to enhance water quality. Through the Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program, Montgomery County nonprofit organizations, including local watershed groups, homeowner and community associations, faith-based organizations, and service and civic groups, may be eligible for grants ranging from $40,000 to $100,000 to support projects to improve stream health and water quality.  Click here to learn more.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Orchids, Longwood Gardens Photowalk,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4589Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy Kell...
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Book Recommendation: Hunting Hour by Margaret MizushimaHunting Hour (2017, Crooked Lane Books) is novel number three of the Timber Creek K-9 Mystery series by Margaret Mizushima. I recommend this series for your reading list. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about the author and her books.Deputy Mattie Cobb is working through issues from her past and has withdrawn from Cole Walker and his family to focus on herself, when she and her K-9 partner Robo get called to track a missing junior high student. Until they find the girl on Smoker's Hill behind the high school, dead. But that's only the start of trouble in Timber Creek, because soon another girl goes missing--and this time it's Sophie Walker. Hard as they search, Cole, Mattie, and Robo can't find her anywhere. Mat...
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Children’s Day on Sunday, Sept. 21 at Brookside Gardens Children and their families are invited to explore the science and art of gardening at Children’s Day from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Brookside Gardens. Participants will rotate through outdoor activity stations designed to educate and entertain. Bring your friends and family. Picnics are allowed only during this special event. Registration is encouraged but not required.Click here to view the website.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Dahlia, 'Radegast', Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IMG 2800Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Book Recommendation: The List by Steve BerryThe List (July, 2025) is the new suspense novel by the New York Times Bestselling Author Steve Berry. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about the author and his books. In the vein of David Baldacci, John Grisham, and Harlan Coben—this is Steve Berry like you’ve never read him before.After a ten-year self-imposed exile, Brent Walker is returning home to Concord, a quaint town in central Georgia nestled close to the Savannah River. Two years ago, his father died, and now Brent, hired by Southern Republic Pulp and Paper Company as its assistant general counsel, is returning to care for his ailing mother.For decades, Southern Republic has invested heavily in Concord, creating a thriving community where its employees live, work, ...
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Granny Smith Apple & Goat Cheese Harvest SaladIngredients (4 servings) 2 crisp Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced 5 cups mixed greens (spring mix, baby spinach, or arugula) ½ cup dried cranberries ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts (optional, for crunch) ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional, for sharpness) Yogurt-Honey Dressing ½ cup honey vanilla yogurt 1 ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for balance) Pinch of salt & black pepper Instructions Prepare the dressing:In a small bowl, whisk together honey vanilla yogurt, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning. Chill until ready to use. Assemble the salad: Place mixed greens in a large ...
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Book Recommendation: The Unraveling of Julia by Lisa ScottolineIf you enjoy psychological thrillers, you will definitely want to read The Unraveling of Julia (July, 2025) by Pennsylvania author Lisa Scottoline. Click on the link to reach the website to learn more about the author and her many books.From a #1 international bestselling author, a gothic, suspenseful tale in which a young widow inherits a Tuscan estate from a mysterious benefactor and finds herself thrust into the crosshairs of a dangerous conspiracy—a “compelling thriller with dashes of romance and excellent twists!” (Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author).Lately, Julia Pritzker is beginning to think she’s cursed. She’s lost her adoptive parents, then her husband is murdered. When she realizes that her horosco...
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Gaithersburg is Seeking Election JudgesThe City is seeking election judge applicants for the upcoming 2025 municipal election in November. Judges are needed for Early Voting on Sunday, October 26, and Election Day on Tuesday, November 4, for the City’s single Vote Center at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park.Election judges must be available for the full day, including additional time before polls open and after polls close to assist with setup and closing procedures. Students 16 and older are allowed to assist our election judges at the polls, and SSL hours will be available. To be eligible for consideration, interested applicants must be registered to vote in Montgomery County. Attendance at an election judge training session is mandatory.Click here to learn more.This is a City of Gai...
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The Power of Imagination in Real Estate Success: Seeing Beyond the Present Market "Imagination gives us the power to create the life we want, even when the road ahead seems uncertain. Imagination helps you dream big, think outside the box, and look beyond what is right in front of you." - Carol Williams, ActiveRain Blogger, Author, Retired Real Estate Broker, Wenatchee, WA In an industry where market conditions shift like sand dunes and client needs evolve constantly, residential real estate professionals face a unique challenge: how do you build a thriving career when uncertainty is the only constant? The answer lies not in crystal balls or market predictions, but in something far more powerful and accessible—imagination. Carol Williams's insight cuts to the heart of what separates tr...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Here's a simple and delicious recipe for roasted cabbage:Roasted CabbageRoasted cabbage brings out a wonderful sweetness and tender-crisp texture that might surprise you! It's an easy and healthy side dish.Yields: 4-6 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25-35 minutesIngredients: 1 medium head of green cabbage (about 2-3 pounds) 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste) Optional additions: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika Pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat Fresh herbs like chopped parsley or dill for garnish Equipment: Large baking sheet Sharp knife Large bowl (optional, for tossing) Instructions: Preheat Oven & Prep Cabbage: Preheat your oven to 400°F (...
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Free Vaccinations Available Across Montgomery CountyThe Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services is offering free back-to-school vaccinations for school-aged children from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade at multiple locations across the County through the end of September. These vaccinations are available at no cost to children who live in Montgomery County and are missing any required immunizations to attend school. Vaccination offerings include Tdap, Meningococcal (MCV4), Meningococcal B, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and Varicella (chickenpox). There are four centers around the County to serve you by appointment. Click here to learn more.This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Dahlia,'Radegast', Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IMG 280...
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Book Recommendation: The Woman in Suite 11 by Ruth WareThe Woman in Suite 11 (2025) is the new novel by the New York Times Bestselling British Author Ruth Ware. Click on the link to learn more about the author and her books.In this follow-up to #1 New York Times bestselling author Ruth Ware’s multi-million copy mega-hit The Women in Cabin 10, Lo Blacklock returns to attend the opening of a luxury hotel, only to find herself in a white-knuckled race across Europe.When the invitation to attend the press opening of a luxury Swiss hotel—owned by reclusive billionaire Marcus Leidmann—arrives, it’s like the answer to a prayer. Three years after the birth of her youngest child, Lo Blacklock is ready to reestablish her journalism career, but post-pandemic travel journalism is a very different l...
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James Monroe and the Art of Southern Spoon Bread A Presidential Connection to Southern Comfort James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States (1817-1825), was a true son of Virginia. Born in Westmoreland County in 1758, Monroe grew up surrounded by the rich culinary traditions of the colonial South, where corn-based dishes formed the backbone of everyday dining. While specific records of Monroe's personal food preferences are limited, we can reasonably assume that as a Virginia gentleman of his era, he would have been well acquainted with spoon bread—that beloved Southern staple that graced tables from plantation houses to modest farmsteads. The Era of Spoon Bread During Monroe's lifetime, spoon bread represented the evolution of Native American corn cookery through European cu...
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Gaithersburg Community Shredding and E-Waste Recycling EventCommunity Shredding and E-Waste Recycling EventSaturday, September 13, 9 a.m. – noonActivity Center at Bohrer ParkBring your paper documents and select electronics to our free Community Shredding and Electronics Recycling event. Are you ready? Make sure your items can be shredded. We cannot accept binder clips, plastic and metal spiral notebooks, and 3-ring binders. Click here for a list of what is accepted. While the service is free, donations of nonperishable food items are gratefully accepted for the Gaithersburg HELP food pantry.Click here to learn more.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Dahlia, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA IMG 2809Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy...
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