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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
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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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American Red Cross Blood Drive, Tuesday, Jan. 23 Emergency Blood ShortageThe American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. Your blood donation is needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not delayed. Chrysanthemums, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 0233Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Gaithersburg Book Festival to Welcome Former U.S. Poet LaureateFree Reading and Book Signing In celebration of its 15th year, the Gaithersburg Book Festival will host former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins for a special free event from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9, at the Asbury Methodist Village Rosborough Cultural Arts Center in Gaithersburg. Mr. Collins will share his new book, “Musical Tables,” followed by a book signing and reception.Dubbed “the most popular poet in America” by Bruce Weber in The New York Times, Mr. Collins is “famous for conversational, witty poems that welcome readers with humor but often slip into quirky, tender, or profound observations on the everyday, reading and writing, and poetry itself.”The Asbury Methodist Village Rosborough Cultural Arts Center is locate...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Don't Crowd the PlowRoad crews are working hard to treat and clear roadways for our safety. Drive slowly, leave more distance between cars, and give extra space and consideration for snow plows, work crews and public safety vehicles. Don't crowd the plow! This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Dahlia, Alpen Bill, American Dahlia Society Show, Longwood Gardens,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 5615Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
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Clear the Sidewalks Reminder: Clear your sidewalks within 24 hours after the snow stops! It's not just the law, it's for everyone's safety - kids, seniors, and transit users. Also, keep fire hydrants clear and check on neighbors. Let's stay safe and warm together! https://ow.ly/KkGt50Qsnr6This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement.We've had more snow than expected this week. On Friday, three neighbors helped me with snow removal. I am thankful for their assistance. Our sidewalk is clear but I need to remove the overnight snow from our front steps. Dahlia, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 2790Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
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Shovel Smart!Shoveling heavy snow can cause overexhaustion, back injuries & even heart attacks. Take it slow, shovel small amounts at a time, stay hydrated & take frequent breaks. This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Clematis, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 6067Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Fourth Annual ‘Tiny House Building Workshop’Artist Marcie Wolf-Hubbard to Have Three Online Sessions The Fourth Annual “Build a Tiny House: Mixed Media Sculpture Workshop” led by artist Marcie Wolf-Hubbard will have three free online sessions on Thursdays, Jan. 25, Feb. 1 and Feb. 8. Each session will be from 6:30-8 p.m.The series, which is presented by Silver Spring Town Center, Inc., is free, but space is limited. Participants must register in advance at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrcu6urDkqHdIXlPVmtREez05xc4NEQsfZ#/registration.The workshops are open to participants aged 12 and up. Building a tiny house is a great way to revisit memories or explore hopes and dreams.Marcie Wolf-Hubbard's colorful collages are about the feelings and memories attached to places she has b...
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Metro Eliminates $2 SmarTrip Card Fee for Seniors As part of Metro’s ongoing commitment to expand access and affordability to public transit, the Senior SmarTrip program will join all other Metro reduced fare programs in offering SmarTrip cards at no additional cost.  The elimination of the $2 fee removes the need for a third-party payment collection, which is currently a barrier to participation for social service agencies and other organizations to distribute the card. With the elimination of the card fee Metro is even more affordable for seniors.Senior SmarTrip cards are available at all Montgomery County libraries, TRiPS stores and the County Treasury office in Rockville. Bring a proof of age when getting a card, which will provide free rides on all County Ride On buses and most Met...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Eighth Annual MCPL MoComCon Celebrate All Things Fandom, Pop Culture and Comics  Montgomery County Public Libraries will host its eighth annual free comic convention, MoComCon, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 20, at the Germantown Library and at the BlackRock Center for the Arts. It is one of the largest free comic conventions in the Mid-Atlantic area.The Germantown Library is located at19840 Century Blvd. in Germantown, and the BlackRock Center for the Arts is nearby at 12901 Town Commons Drive in Germantown.MoComCon is an extraordinary all-day celebration geared for all ages interested in pop culture, fandoms, comics, graphic novels and libraries. The schedule of events includes workshops, story times, panel discussions, card trading, trivia, dance parties, book sales, button ma...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Sensory-Friendly Zumba Party Join us for an inclusive sensory-friendly Zumba Party on January 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park. Open to all individuals with disabilities and their crew. Sunglasses and noise-canceling headphones will be available upon request. No Zumba experience necessary.  Register here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Bromeliad, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 1815Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 
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Gaithersburg Farmers Markets, Jan. 18 & 20 Important Announcement!       CANCELLED! The Casey Farmers Market scheduled for Thursday, January 18, has been cancelled due to forecasted below-freezing temperatures.       CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!     CASEY FARMERS MARKET 810 South Frederick Ave   WINTER SEASON Select Thursday 11 AM - 2:30 PM   February 15 March 21 April 18 ____________   SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE OF FOOD TRUCKS HERE!   MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET 301 Main Street   OPEN YEAR-ROUND Saturdays 9 AM - 1 PM ____________   CURRENT MAIN STREET MARKET VENDORS   SEE OUR FULL SCHEDULE OF ARTISTS & CRAFTERS HERE!     Blended Desserts: Fresh treats baked without gluten or sugar!   Boodles Sweet Tooth: Sweet treats.   Clear Skies Meadery: Handcrafted meads aged to perfection and wines made with ...
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MCPS ‘Summer Rise’ Registration Now OpenMontgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) rising juniors and seniors will have an opportunity to gain career-based learning experiences this summer through the “Summer Rise” program. The school system is hoping to have more than 1,000 students in this year’s program that will have hosts in all career fields. A seminar for potential host employers will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 30.Student applications to participate in the program must be submitted by March 15. Registration is open now.The MCPS Department of Partnerships will be hosting its first-ever Host Summit from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. on Jan. 30. The office is inviting previous hosts and prospective hosts to learn about Summer RISE, best practices and how to work with MCPS students and programs beyond ...
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Cold Emergency Alert, Montgomery County, MarylandA Cold Emergency Alert has been issued for Montgomery County from 3:00 pm Tuesday, 1/16 to 9:00 am Thursday, 1/18. Residents should be prepared for wind chill values to be near zero degrees. These dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin within 30 minutes and/or hypothermia.  Try to stay indoors if possible. Take extra precautions if you work or spend long amounts of time outdoors. Wear extra layers and when possible, take frequent breaks in a warm location. If you need relief from the cold, visit County facilities such as Libraries, Recreation Centers, and Senior Centers during business hours. Public shopping centers are also available as warm locations during their hours of operation. The Maggi...
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Call to Artists – Spring Artisan MarketCalling all artisans! The Arts Barn is accepting applications for its Spring Artisan Market taking place on Sunday, May 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available. Applications must be received by March 8. Learn more here. This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Water Feature, Longwood Gardens Conservatory,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 1814Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Citrus Cranberry Zucchini Bread Recipe Chef Dolores used the Allrecipes Citrus Cranberry Zucchini Bread recipe and we have enjoyed the bread. Click on the link to view and print the recipe. I hope you will give it a try. Chrysanthemum, Longwood Gardens,Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 6740Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Youth Prosperity & Community Service Grant Applications The City’s Community Services Division, in coordination with the Educational Enrichment and Community Advisory Committees, is accepting Youth Prosperity and Community Service Grant applications starting January 22. Grants are available to qualified nonprofit and not-for-profit organizations to address the human service, educational and community needs of City residents. Funding recommendations are made to the Mayor and City Council as part of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process. Interested applicants are invited to participate in an information and program overview session on Wednesday, January 17 at 10:30 a.m. Register here.Read more here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Chrysanthemum, Brookside Gardens, Whea...
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Winter Weather in Montgomery County, MDA winter weather advisory is posted for Montgomery County, Maryland. It is snowing in Gaithersburg. Take great care if you must be out and about today or Tuesday. It is very slippery on sidewalks if you walk you dogs. Many drivers are not accustomed to winter driving conditions.A brief lull in the snow may occur late this morning into early this afternoon. Snow will pick back up again from mid- afternoon through tonight. The snow may briefly mix with freezing rain or freezing drizzle along and southeast of I-95 late tonight into early tomorrow morning. If this were to occur, a light glaze of ice may also be possible in those locations.Slow down and use caution while traveling. When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on steps, sidew...
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closures in GaithersburgIn observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, most City facilities and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15. Recycling will take place as scheduled. Bulk pickup is unavailable. Note that the regular Mayor and City Council Meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 16.Read more here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Hibiscus, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 8334Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Childhood Hunger Advocacy Roundtable  There's still time to join us in our annual effort to honor the economic justice legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This Monday 12 pm-2 pm. RSVP today! https://bit.ly/41T7oSwThis is a Manna Food Center announcement, Gaithersburg, Maryland. Stargazer Oriental Lily, Lilium oriental hybrid, Kentlands Photowalk,Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 5285Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Gaithersburg Sustainability Summit  Go green in 2024! Join us at the 4th Annual City of Gaithersburg Sustainability (Virtual) Summit on January 25, 6:30-8:30pm. City HOA and civic association residents are invited, register at https://gburg.md/3H7r37E to learn how to make a positive environmental impact!This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Watermelon Gerbera Daisy + Imagination, Color Edited for our Imagination Series, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG_0660 ACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
MLK Day of Service: January 15 The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by encouraging residents to give back to their community during a Day of Service on January 15. Childhood Hunger Advocacy Round Table & ProclamationJoin the City and Manna Food Center's Advocacy Task Force to honor the legacy of Dr. King and come together in service, conversation, and activities from noon to 2 p.m. at the Robertson Park Youth Center. Mayor Jud Ashman will present an official proclamation recognizing Dr. King and encouraging participation in service projects and advocacy opportunities that strengthen our community and foster a spirit of equality and inclusiveness. Register for this free event here. Day of Service PerformanceThe Metropolitan Ballet Theatr...
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