roy and dolores kelley photographs: KidServe: Kids Partnering with Grown-ups to Serve - 01/14/12 01:13 AM
KidServe: Kids Partnering with Grown-ups to Serve
Announcement from the Kentlands Community Foundation
Now that the holidays are over and New Year's resolutions have been made, how about resolving to get your entire family involved in community service?  Too hard to get started?  Not enough time?  KidServe is designed to make serving simple and fun for the whole family.  Come join us and see for yourself.  You and your kids will love getting together to "practice" serving.  Who knows?  Our next service project may be the one you and your family think up!
The Kentlands Community Foundation is pleased to … (13 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Young Artist Award Competition - 01/13/12 02:02 AM
Young Artist Award Competition
Kentlands Community Foundation Announcement
For the ninth year, the Kentlands Community Foundation and city of Gaithersburg are offering a unique opportunity to support and encourage young musicians in the community with the 2012 Young Artist Award Competition set for February 4. More than 90 teens in four categories: Vocal, Woodwind/Brass, Piano and Strings, will compete in this developmentally enriching performance experience.  The competition is quickly taking its place among the top competitions for young musicians in our area.
A delightful concert featuring the top prize winners will be held on Saturday, February 25, at the Rosborough … (24 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown, Maryland - 01/13/12 01:59 AM
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown, Maryland
On Saturday, Dolores and I visited the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in Hagerstown, Maryland.   The primary purpose of our visit was to see the current exhibit, The Wyeth Family of Artists.   Photographs are not allowed so you will have to visit the museum to see this very special exhibit.  And, this is the final week of the exhibit that runs through January 15, 2012. 
Please visit the museum website for more information.  We were able to take photographs of some of the art in the museum collection and our photographs … (37 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Red oak or white oak hardwood flooring - what's the difference? - 01/12/12 11:47 PM
Do you prefer red or white?
No, we are not talking about wines.  Westchester flooring expert and ActiveRain blogger Debbie Gartner explains the difference between red and white oak flooring. Most buyers buyers do love oak floors.  
If you wish to make comments, please go to the original post so Debbie will be able to respond to your remarks.
Have a great day and a wonderful weekend.
 

Dahlias at Brookside Gardens IMG_6020
Photograph by Roy Kelley
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
What is the difference between red oak and white oak hardwood? Oak flooring is the most popular … (6 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Gaithersburg, Maryland Committee Vacancy Updates - Notice to Area Residents - 01/11/12 10:16 PM
 

Kentlands in the Fall IMG_0442
Photograph by Roy Kelley
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Tonight: Lottery to be Held for Nine Kentlands Community Garden Seasonal Plots - 01/10/12 12:55 AM
Tonight:  Lottery to be Held for Nine Kentlands Community Garden Seasonal Plots
 Kentlands Community Announcement
7 p.m., January 10th at the Kentlands Clubhouse
(open to Kentlands residents only)
Interested Kentlands residents should arrive at 7pm to review the Garden by-laws, waiver, history of the program and plans for season 3. Current Garden Committee members will be present to answer any questions you may have.
Here are some points about this lottery:
Lottery is only open to Kentlands Residents. There are 9 plots, 50% (4) of which are designated for condo dwellers. Names of those in attendance will be drawn. The … (14 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Kentlands Community Chorus - 01/09/12 10:17 PM
Kentlands Community Chorus
A new session of the Kentlands Community Chorus begins on January 16th at the Kentlands Clubhouse
Eveyone Welcome!
Children's Chorus
K-2nd Grade * Mondays 4:45-5:25 p.m.
Introduce your little one to music and the joy of singing with others. $115.
Youth Chorus
Grades 3-6 * Mondays 5:35-6:30 p.m.
Children will continue to develop their ear training and vocal abilities with fun and age-appropriate repertoire that   introduces them to harmony and various musical styles. $140.
NEW-Teen Glee!
Grades 7-12 * Mondays 6:45-7:45 p.m.
Sing and move to popular music and showtunes. A fun … (10 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Members Sought for Ad Hoc Committee on Kentlands Firehouse - 01/09/12 01:04 AM
Members Sought for Ad Hoc Committee on Kentlands Firehouse 
The City of Gaithersburg is seeking nine interested members from throughout the Gaithersburg community to serve on an ad hoc committee to develop a Request For Proposal (RFP) for possible uses of the City-owned Firehouse in the Kentlands.  Members of the committee will assist staff in developing the RFP to solicit qualified adaptive reuse and/or redevelopment proposals for this property.
The Committee will be charged with reviewing information about existing site conditions, assessing the building’s potential as an adaptive reuse project and the site’s potential as a redevelopment parcel, developing a … (6 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Reverse Mortgage for a Home Purchase - 01/08/12 06:24 AM
Reverse Mortgage for a Home Purchase
We received this email from Chris Warner, a Reverse Mortgage Consultant at MetLife Home Loans.  With the rapidly growing population of seniors with special needs, every real estate professional needs to be aware of the benefits of using a reverse mortgage for the purchase of a more suitable primary residence. 
If you are a real estate professional and are not familiar with using a reverse mortgage for a home purchase, you should make immediate contact with a trusted reverse mortgage consultant.

“Just a reminder here at the beginning of the year about the … (8 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Dahlias in Kentlands – Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs - 01/08/12 05:53 AM
Dahlias in Kentlands – Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
As we face the chilly days of winter and the absence of flowers in our gardens, it is good to have some flower photographs in our files to brighten our days. Dolores and I always enjoy the dahlias in Kentlands, our home community.
Have a wonderful week as we continue with the challenges of the new year.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.

Dahlias in Kentlands IMG_0190
Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Colorado Hot Crab Dip - 01/08/12 05:42 AM
Colorado Hot Crab Dip
Denver real estate professional Will Hamm has a reputation for being a very good cook and and a good source of information when you are ready to have a party.  In this post, Will recommends his Hot Crab Dip for the football party.
If you wish to make comments, please go to the original post so Will will receive your remarks.  If you want to share your party recipe, please include it in the comments below.

Dahlias in Kentlands IMG_0186
 
Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Something for playoff football … (4 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Denver Creamy Ortega Dip - 01/08/12 03:18 AM
Creamy Ortega Dip
Denver real estate professional Will Hamm is always a good source for recipes when you are planning a party.  Will provided this recipe with today's game in mind.  Enjoy the day and have an outstanding week.
If you wish to comment on this post, please go to the original blog so Will will see your message. If you have a recipe you wish to share, please post it in the comments below.

Dahlias in Kentlands IMG_0184
 
Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Football Game Creamy Ortega Dip
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Winterthur Museum Collection - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs - 01/07/12 11:34 AM
Winterthur Museum Collection - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
Yuletide at Winterthur is the current theme for visitors at Winterthur in Wilmington, Delaware.  This weekend is the last opportunity to see this very special holiday exhibit.  The mansion is beautiful and the tours change during the year so there are always new things to see.  Travelers come from all over the world to see the museum collection.
“Winterthur’s unparalleled collection of nearly 90,000 objects features decorative and fine arts made or used in America from 1630 to 1860. The collection is organized in several main categories— ceramics, glass, furniture, metalwork, paintings … (35 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Yuletide at Winterthur 1/6/12 - 01/06/12 10:01 AM
Yuletide at Winterthur 
Yuletide at Winterthur is one of the very special places that Dolores and I toured during the holidays.   Winterthur is the former home of Henry Francis du Pont.  The house, museum and grounds are beautiful and this is a great travel destination. The location is Wilmington, Delaware.  The Winterthur at Yuletide tours are available through January 8th and we recommend a visit if you are going to be in the area.
Many try to see Winterthur and the nearby Longwood Gardens on the same visit.  It would really be a full day to combine both destinations.  I recommend … (25 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Things That Affect Your Credit Score – Do’s and Don’ts - 01/06/12 08:20 AM
Things That Affect Your Credit Score – Do’s and Don’ts  
Do pay your bills on time – Never be more than 30 days late
Do pay down your debts
Don’t close accounts
Don’t open accounts unless absolutely necessary
Don’t file bankruptcy or foreclosure – stays on credit report 10 years
Do delete errors
Do attempt to delete negative credit through negotiation when possible – Avoid credit repair scams
Do communicate with your creditors if you are having financial issues or problems
Do become an authorized user – Warning – not all creditors report and works both ways on negative
Do consider secured credit … (11 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: The Magic of Gingerbread at A Longwood Christmas - 01/04/12 10:01 PM
The Magic of Gingerbread at A Longwood Christmas
Longwood Gardens, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, is a very special place to visit at any time of the year.  The 1,000+ acres of gardens and the very large Conservatory are wonders to behold when filled with beautiful flowers and plants.
The annual event during the Christmas holiday period is called A Longwood Christmas.  This year, the outstanding Longwood staff has demonstrated what can be done with gingerbread.
You really need to visit Longwood Gardens.  Take your family, with cameras in hand, for a wonderful experience.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in … (30 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Peirce du Pont House at Longwood Gardens - 01/04/12 12:59 PM
Peirce du Pont House at Longwood Gardens
The Peirce du Pont House at Longwood Gardens is one of the places you will want to explore during the annual holiday display, A Longwood Christmas.
Longwood Gardens, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, is one of our favorite travel destinations at any time of the year.  The holiday season is a very special time to visit.   Take your family, with cameras in hand, for a wonderful experience.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.
Happy New Year!

Peirce du Pont House at Longwood Gardens IMG_2530

Peirce … (23 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Blooming for you in Longwood Gardens 1/3/12 - 01/03/12 06:40 AM
Blooming for you in Longwood Gardens  
We visited Longwood Gardens, in Kennett Square, PA, in December 5, 2011, to see and photograph the annual exhibit A Longwood Christmas.  We recommend visits to Longwood Gardens at any time during the year.  However, the holiday displays are very special to see.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.  Be sure to have your camera available to capture those special moments during the holidays.
Happy New Year!

Longwood Gardens IMG_2427
Photograph by Roy Kelley.  Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Hundreds of Families Helped During December Holidays - 01/03/12 03:21 AM
Hundreds of Families Helped During December Holidays 
 
Thanks to the generosity of the entire community, nearly 800 Gaithersburg families received donations to help make their holidays a little happier this season.  Donations are coordinated through the City’s Holiday Giving program, with referrals being made to the City’s Community Services division from area schools and nonprofit counselors.  The program operates in tandem with the countywide Holiday Giving Program to ensure non-duplication of services and efficient use of resources. The Countywide effort is coordinated by the nonprofit organization A Wider Circle, through a grant from Montgomery County government. 
Hundreds of volunteers, businesses, … (7 comments)

roy and dolores kelley photographs: Longwood Gardens - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 1/2/12 - 01/02/12 09:41 AM
Longwood Gardens  - Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 1/2/12
If you follow my ActiveRain blog posts, you know that Dolores and I love to visit Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.  The location is just west of Wilmington, Delaware in eastern Pennsylvania.  This is close enough to our home in Montgomery County, Maryland for day trips at any time of the year.
The current exhibit is A Longwood Christmas and it is fun to see, enjoy and photograph the seasonal images.  However, the Conservatory has a very wide variety of plants and flowers.  This post will be a random selection of … (18 comments)

 


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