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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Cool Your Ashes Did you use a fireplace, wood stove, fire pit in the last few days? Be a ‘smart ash’.  The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service recommends these top 5 safety tips when it comes to fireplace/wood stove ashes.   Cool Your Ashes!   This is a Montgomery County, Maryland public service announcement. Autumn Colors, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 5689Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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  Unofficial Results   Unofficial results are in and indicate Neil Harris, Yamil Hernández and Robert T. Wu elected as City Council Members.   The Board of Supervisors of Elections will review mail-in and provisional ballots on November 14. Official results will be announced on November 15.   Unofficial election results:   Neil Harris - 2,900 votes (24.57%)   Yamil Hernández - 2,189 votes (18.55%)   Daniel Lukomsky - 885 votes (7.50%)   Shanika Whitehurst - 2,072 votes (17.56%)   Omodamola Williams - 824 votes (6.98%)   Robert T. Wu - 2,932 votes (24.84%)   Once certified, the newly elected officials will be sworn in at a Special Session of the Mayor & City Council on Monday, November 20, at 7:30 p.m. They will each serve a four-year term.    As of November 7, 4,200 ballots were cast, ...
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Gaithersburg Farmers Markets, Nov. 9 & 11    COMING TO MAIN STREET IN DECEMBER       Get ready for the holiday season at the Main Street Market! On the first three Saturdays in December, six of our favorite artists and crafters will bring their selections of unique gifts to the Main Street Market in Kentlands.   Details on participating vendors are coming soon. Follow the Gaithersburg Farmers Markets on Facebook for updates!     CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!     CASEY FARMERS MARKET 810 South Frederick Ave   OPEN MAY - NOVEMBER Thursdays 11 AM - 2:30 PM ____________   CURRENT CASEY MARKET VENDORS   SEE OUR FULL SCHEDULE OF FOOD TRUCKS HERE!   Get Ya Roll On: Come get a tasty gourmet egg roll this week from our friends at Get Ya Roll On! See the full season's food truck calendar here.   Black H...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Introduction to Self-Defense CoursesOffered by Commission for WomenThe Montgomery County Commission for Women will be presenting three classes on “Introduction to Self-Defense: The S.A.F.E. (Self-defense Awareness and Familiarization Exchange) Seminar.” Each class is a single two-hour sampler seminar for women of all ages and abilities taught by Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.)-certified instructors. Classes are available on Thursday, Nov. 16, Tuesday, Nov. 21 and Saturday, Dec. 3.Classes are $12 per person. More information about the classes is available at Introduction to Women's Self-Defense Fall 2023 Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite. The seminar includes risk and crime awareness and prevention. The classes will provide information that may reduce the risk of exposure to violence...
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Veterans Day in Gaithersburg, Maryland ClosuresIn observance of Veterans Day, City offices and most facilities will be closed on Friday, November 10. The collection of recycled materials will take place as scheduled. Read what will be open here.  CeremonyJoin us in honoring all U.S. military personnel who play an important role in safeguarding our nation during our Veterans Day Observance on Saturday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at the City Hall Concert Pavilion. The patriotic ceremony will include words and music to commemorate the occasion, followed by a solemn wreath-laying ceremony. Joining the observance will be special guest speaker Dr. Paul Fowler, Chief Risk Officer in the United States Public Health Service.Read more here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Chrysa...
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Allrecipes Oatmeal Dried Fruit Cookies Chef Dolores used the Allrecipes Oatmeal Dried Fruit Cookies recipe and these cookies are among our favorites. Dolores used a combination of chopped dried peaches and dried cranberries. You can use any kind of dried fruit. She used Old Fashioned Oats rather than the quick cooking oats. Click on the link to view and print the recipe. These cookies freeze well and you can eat them right out of the freezer. Clematis Seed Pod, Colors of the Season, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 5556Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
    Today is Election Day - Tuesday, November 7 Find complete election information here.   In-Person Voting at Activity Center at Bohrer Park Vote in-person from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park. Same-day voter registration is available.   Drop Off Mail-in Ballots Mail-in ballots must be postmarked or placed in one of seven secure ballot boxes by 8 p.m. on November 7. Voting information here.    Meet the Candidates Vote for three City Council Members. Candidates are Neil Harris, Yamil Hernández, Daniel Lukomsky, Shanika Whitehurst, Omodamola Williams, and Robert T. Wu. Read more about the candidates here.   Why Vote? Casting a ballot in your local election tends to have the most effect on your daily life. Why? At the local level, your elected officials directly ser...
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Montgomery Parks November Nature Center ProgramsMontgomery Parks is offering a full slate of fun and educational programs in November. The special events will include Project FeederWatch on Thursday and Friday nights at the Locust Grove Nature Center in Bethesda and Full Moon Friday on Nov. 24 at Locust Grove.  The November nature center special events schedule: Project FeederWatch. Thursdays and Fridays through Dec. 1. 11 a.m.-noon. Locust Grove Nature Center, 7777 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda Project FeederWatch is a seasonal community science project where participants count the different species of birds that flock to a bird feeder. All levels of birders are welcome. Registration required. Ages 5 and older. Free. Virtual Family Trivia Night: Dark Sky Theme. Wednesday, Nov. 15. 6-7 p.m....
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Tribute to America's Veterans Concert, Wed., Nov. 8The 15th Annual “Tribute to America's Veterans Concert” from 6-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8, will feature the Brazilian Bossa Nova music of the Gigi Mac Band. The free event, at American Legion Post 41, Cissel-Saxon, in Silver Spring, will have Major General (ret.) Richard W. Thomas as its keynote speaker. The program is presented by Silver Spring Town Center, Inc.American Legion Post 41 is located at 905 Silgo Ave. in Silver Spring. All are welcome to the event. Veterans are encouraged to wear military attire.Tickets are not required, but RSVPs would be appreciated to lisa@silverspringtowncenter.com.The Gigi Mac Band performs an array of music from Brazil including Bossa Nova, Samba, MPB (Musica Popular Brasileira) and Baiao. The band f...
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Registration for Recreation’s Winter ProgramsRegistration for Montgomery County Recreation’s winter classes and programs will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 13, for County residents. Registration for Bone Builders programs will open at 9 a.m.  Non-County residents will be able to register beginning Wednesday, Nov. 15.Winter programs will become viewable online at activemontgomery.org beginning Friday, Nov. 3.Winter offerings include fitness, sports, visual and performing arts and more. View the digital guide online to explore dozens of programs and activities for a variety of interests, skill levels and ages. You can also build your own guide here. To help ease experiences on registration day, start planning now. Log into ActiveMONTGOMERY account ahead of time to make sure all your ...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Municipal Government Works Month  In celebration of Municipal Government Works (MGW) Month, we’re sharing our “Team Gaithersburg” campaign highlighting the many jobs performed by our Parks, Recreation and Culture, Public Works, and Planning and Code Departments that help make Gaithersburg a great place to live and work. Look for posts on our City’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts @GburgMD. An official proclamation designating November 2023 as “Municipal Government Works Month” in the City was presented at the October 16 Mayor and City Council meeting. View the presentation here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Chrysanthemums, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 6301Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Pho...
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American Legion Bridge and 270 Corridor Program Open House MeetingsThe Maryland Department of Transportation is hosting a series of open house meetings to engage the public on the American Legion Bridge and 270 Corridor Program and gather community feedback as the program advances. The open houses will take place at three venues along the program corridor, including the DoubleTree Hotel, 620 Perry Parkway, in Gaithersburg on Wednesday, November 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Read more here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Nandina domestica 'firepower', Autumn Leaves, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 6005Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/4.5, 1/200 sec., ISO-80, 30 mm, No FlashPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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Donations Needed for Holiday Giving Program Please consider donating to the Gaithersburg Holiday Giving program, a coordinated effort that helps make the holidays happier for about 700 families in November and more than 1,800 children in December. Monetary donations allow us to provide food and gift cards to those referred to the program. Learn more and donate online here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement.  
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Native American Heritage MonthNovember is Native American Heritage Month. Join us in celebrating the heritage, history, art and traditions of those who were the original inhabitants of our country. Learn more here: https://gburg.md/3NqpkMPThis is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. The City celebrates and honors Native American Heritage Month in November with an educational presentation and proclamation highlighting the culture, heritage, and achievements of our Native American neighbors. An official proclamation was presented at the October 16 Mayor and City Council meeting. View the presentation here. The City’s Multicultural Affairs Committee presents a month-long educational display at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park. The exhibit explores the history of Maryland’s nati...
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Book Festival Program Cover Art ContestThe Gaithersburg Book Festival is marking its 15th anniversary with an art contest for high school students in Montgomery County. Students are invited to submit original artwork on the theme of “celebrating 15 years of books, writers and literary excellence” by noon on Friday, December 1. Learn more here.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. 
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Retool Gaithersburg: New Voicemail LineA new voicemail comment line is now available among the many engagement opportunities for the City’s Retool Gaithersburg project. Review the project online here and call 240-805-1100 to leave your comments.What is Retool Gaithersburg? Retool Gaithersburg aims to modernize the City’s Zoning Code to better reflect the needs of the community today and ensure that zoning regulations accommodate and implement the City’s vision and goals of a vibrant and innovative community. Why Retool Gaithersburg? The last comprehensive update to the City’s Zoning Code was in 1965, a time when Gaithersburg was mostly agricultural. Since then, the types of businesses, housing, and industrial uses have changed. Updating the zoning rules will support policies to improve ...
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Montgomery County Holiday Schedule for Veterans Day Weekend Friday-Saturday, Nov. 10-11 The Montgomery County Government, and programs that impact County residents, will have schedule and program changes for Veterans Day Weekend, Friday-Saturday, Nov. 10-11. Veterans Day ceremonies throughout the County will take place on Saturday, Nov. 11. However, the County Government will observe the holiday on Friday, Nov. 10.County offices—Closed on Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11. MC 311—Closed on Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11. State offices and courts—Closed on Friday, Nov. 10, and Saturday, Nov. 11. State Motor Vehicle Administration offices and Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program stations—Closed Friday, Nov. 10. Open regular hours on Saturday, Nov. 11. Libraries— Closed on Fri...
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Residential Fast Track Permits in Montgomery County, MD Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) has improved its “Residential Fast Track” program and its “Apply Online” portal, creating changes that could lead to permits on some eligible projects being approved in days instead of weeks. The changes continue DPS initiatives that are making its building permit programs and services faster and easier to use for residents and businesses.  Read more. This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) has improved its “Residential Fast Track” program and its “Apply Online” portal, creating changes that could lead to permits on some eligible projects being approved in days instead of weeks. The changes continue DPS in...
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Gaithersburg Farmers Markets, Nov. 2 & 4 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!     CASEY FARMERS MARKET 810 South Frederick Ave   OPEN MAY - NOVEMBER Thursdays 11 AM - 2:30 PM ____________   CURRENT CASEY MARKET VENDORS   SEE OUR FULL SCHEDULE OF FOOD TRUCKS HERE!   D's Smokehouse BBQ: The ever-popular D's BBQ food truck is returning to Casey to satisfy your need to feed! See the full season's food truck calendar here.   Black Horse Kettle Corn: the perfect salty and sweet snack!   Blended Desserts: Fresh treats baked without sugar and gluten!   Saints Row Brewing: Locally crafted beers and fresh roasted coffee beans produced at their Fulks Corner lab.   Scenic View Orchards: Local honey, apple cider, produce -- strawberries are here!! -- and flowers.   Tuckey's Mountain-Grown Berries, Fruits, and Veg...
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Tuesday Recycle Tip from Recycle CoachHappy Halloween! Don't forget, candy wrappers are NOT recyclable. Take the guesswork out of recycling by downloading the free @RecycleCoachApp today, visit https://gburg.md/RecycleCoach to get started!This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. 
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