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Committee Commences Work on Future of Firehouse
By Alex Stavitsky-Zeineddin
A nine-member committee tasked with making a recommendation regarding the
future use and fate of the Kentlands Firehouse building (321 Firehouse Lane) started its
sessions on Monday, March 12th at the Kentlands Mansion. It will meet every Monday
for the next four weeks at 7:00 pm at the Kentlands Mansion.
Photo by Alex Stavitsky-Zeineddin
Kentlands resident Robyn Renas and Kentlands Community Foundation Chair John
Schlichting were elected as co-chairs for the committee. The additional seven members
working together are also Kentlands residents. KCA Vice Chair Joyce Whitman, KCA
Secretary Sigrid McCutcheon, Michelle Clarke, Shahab Kaviani, Jennifer O’Brien,
and Kevin O’Brien were appointed by Mayor Sidney Katz and the Gaithersburg’s
City Council in February of this year. Joyce Whitman will serve as the KCA official
representative on the committee
Open to the public, these meetings include Deputy City Manager Tony Tomasello, the
City of Gaithersburg’s liaison. The committee’s task is to make recommendations that
will be included in a request for proposal (RFP) document, used to provide criteria for
bids. The recommendations made by this committee will be reviewed May 26th in a
Mayor and City Council session.
The committee will also be considering the fact that the Firehouse was recently
designated as a local historic resource. The City of Gaithersburg’s Historic District
Commission made this recommendation. They also recommended the demolition of
the adjacent garage.
There are many ideas as to what people could imagine there to be at 321 Firehouse
Lane. While Firehouse Committee Co-Chair Schlichting can imagine “a nice bed and
breakfast,” personally, Schlichting as KCF Chair, is advocating for the Firehouse to be
“used as an arts complex.”
Tomasello explained what it means when a building is named a local historic resource.
“The property was identified as property of cultural or historical significance. This
does not mean that the building can’t be demolished. If the building is rehabilitated,
though, the owner is then eligible for state historic tax credits.”
Jackie Krakovsky, a Quince Orchard Park resident, not on the committee, is interested
in renovating the Firehouse and making it into her residence and has sent a letter to
the City of Gaithersburg stating this request.
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According to City of Gaithersburg records, the Firehouse building was built between
1942-1961and incorporated the remains of an older carriage house. Ottis Bell Kent,
the owner at the time, built the Firehouse to keep his fire engine collection and fullyequipped fire department. It also served as a housing for farm workers. The basement
was built as a fallout shelter in case of war.
Firehouse Co-Chair Robyn Renas, would love to see the Firehouse used as a residential
property, but said that enough parking is a problem. Renas does not think that an arts
complex could work for financial reasons but said that she is also open to all of the
ideas of the committee and is “excited that everyone is eager to contribute and that
there is a diverse group of people. This is refreshing.”
ICC Gets Mixed Reviews from Residents
By Kate Myers
Some love it, some never use it and some think it’s too expensive. It’s been nearly four
months since the main stretch of Maryland’s controversial Intercounty Connector (ICC)
opened—linking I-370 in Gaithersburg to Interstate 95—and reaction from Kentlands
residents is mixed. Considering it took the State decades of lobbying to push the $2.56
billion project through, that’s probably not the reaction the Maryland Transportation
Authority is looking for.
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“I use the ICC for Ravens games and to see my family in Baltimore,” says resident
Kevin Fishkind. “I use it for business from time to time. It’s a great road with little
traffic. I love it during rush hour and it’s worth the money although the cost is high. On
weekends, late at night or early in the morning, I don’t think it saves enough time for
the money. My only wish is that it dropped you off further north on 95.”
Local real estate agent Meredith Fogle says the impact of the ICC on neighborhood
home sales remains to be seen. “So far the presence of the new ICC does not appear
to have directly affected home values in the neighborhood. Though relocating buyers
mention that the ICC presents more commuting options, whether the ICC will have
a direct impact on home values is somewhat unclear. The proximity of the new
highway, though, certainly adds to the many assets our community brings to the table
for potential buyers.”
Rob Myers says the ICC could be an even better commuting option if the speed limit
was raised. “There are hardly any cars on the ICC so you’re tempted to go a lot faster,
but the road is crawling with cops.” Rumor is that Maryland is considering raising the
speed limit on the ICC but that, just like the popularity of the road, remains to be seen.
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Inside..
World Wide Walker Larry Dildine.............3
Kentlands Events. ....................................4
Kentlands Downtown News.....................4
Kentlands Milestones. ..............................5
Citizens Forum.........................................5
From the Treasurer...................................6
From the Chair........................................7
Manager’s Corner....................................7
Foundation Update. .................................8
Citizen Participation Encouraged. .............9
Historical Trust.......................................9
Kentlands Citizens Assembly . ..................10
Kentlands Arts Barn/ Best Kept Scecret...12
Kentlands Yoga/ A Dream Come True......12
Residents Turn Out for Happy Hour.......13
Kentlands Sports News...........................14
School Scoop........................................16
City News..............................................18
Kentlands Artist Wins State Award.........19
At Your Service Business Directory. ........21
Spring & Summer Landscaping.................22
Real Estate Listings.................................23
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Kentlands Town Crier
WWW (world wide walker).Larry Dildine.com
Exploring nature, viewing different architecture, and meeting locals in different countries through hiking is a lifelong
passion for Kentlands resident Larry Dildine that he has passed along to his three sons.
Dildine grew up in Western Ohio where he walked the local paths on the flat, midwestern landscape. As an adult,
holidays and summer trips were spent hiking in various national parks in the United States and the Caribbean with his
three sons and wife, K.C.
Over the years, while he was a university economics professor, a professional at the US Treasury, and finally a partner
at PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Dildine traveled for work and always brought hiking boots with him so he could check out
the local surroundings.
Once he retired, Dildine decided to expand his explorations and take annual walking trips in Europe. Every year since,
in mid-April when local flora starts to bloom and the temperatures are milder, Dildine and his brother Dale take off
together for up to two weeks.
Dildine usually books these vacations through a British online travel company called Contours Walking Holidays,
http://www.contours.co.uk. The company organizes what they call self-guided walking tours, booking local bed and
breakfasts and overnight stays in local homes, making sure that one’s luggage gets to the next lodging place, while
providing local walking trail maps and set routes that average anywhere from 8-16 miles per day.
These trips have provided the Dildine brothers time together. They have walked in Wales, along the Cumbria walking
trail in England’s Lake District, in Ireland, in Dordogne in France, and in the Cotswalds in England. The brothers have
eight trips together under their belts and are planning their next one to the South Downs Way, a 100-mile National Trail
from Winchester to Eastbourne near the Channel Coast in the south of England, during the first week of May.
His brother, Dale is an avid hiker also and frequently hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains near his home in Lake
Junaluska, North Carolina near Asheville.
Dildine and his wife KC also love walking together and have taken a few trips themselves walking King Ludvig’s Way in
Bavaria, Germany and Cinque Terra in Italy.
Though they love traveling, the Dildine’s also love walking in the Kentlands and hike local trails in Montgomery County.
The ability to walk and be close to hiking spots was one of the main reasons they moved to the Kentlands from Chevy
Chase 14 years ago.
“There are so many great walks and hikes right around here,” said Dildine. Aside from the well-known areas such as
Sugar Loaf Mountain, Black Hills Regional Park, Seneca Creek Greenway, Black Rock Mill, and Clopper Lake, Dildine
Larry Dildine and his brother, Dale Dildine, at
West Highland Way in Scotland
recommended a newly established trail called
The Muddy Branch Greenway Trail that starts
in the Lakelands and goes for nine miles to the
Potomac River.
“Walking is the right speed. You see things that
you wouldn’t otherwise see. The challenge
depends on the path. Sometimes you may do 16
miles in a day with some climbs. It also is a great
way to meet the locals and get to know the local
culture,“ said Dildine.
For more information about these various trails
not far from the Kentlands, go to:
http://www.montgomeryparks.org/PPSD/
ParkTrails/index.shtm
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Volume 28 n Issue 02
Editor and Advertising Manager
Cynthia Villareal
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Kentlands Citizens Assembly
President
Rachael Henderson Hammoudeh
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Board of Trustees
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Kentlands Events -- March - April 2012
All events are held at the Clubhouse unless otherwise noted. Events in BOLD are open to all Kentlands residents.
MARCH 26
Kentlands Community Foundation Community Choruses, 4:30 pm - 8:45 pm
MARCH 27
Go Green Meeting, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
MARCH 28
Bridge Club, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Carriage House
Kentlands Citizens Assembly Board of Trustees Meeting, 7: 30 pm
MARCH 29
Troop 6194, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, Carriage House
MARCH 30
MARCH 31
BREAKFAST WITH THE BUNNY, 10:00 am - noon
APRIL 2
APRIL 4
Kentlands Historical Trust Meeting, 6:30 pm
APRIL 5
Kentlands Garden Club, 7:30 pm
Vice Chair
Joyce Whitman
APRIL 6
APRIL 8
EASTER - CLUBHOUSE CLOSED
Treasurer
Tim Clarke
APRIL 9
Secretary
Sigrid McCutcheon
APRIL 10
Environmental Management Committee Meeting, 4:00 pm
Copperfield Crossing I Meeting, 7:00 pm
Trustee
Paul Zeineddin
APRIL 11
Appointments with Town Architect, 5:30 pm-6:30 pm, 320 Firehouse Lane
Writers & Contributors
Alex Stavitsky-Zeineddin
Kate Myers
Tim Clarke
Christian Miller
Staff Photographers
Alex Stavitsky-Zeineddin
Kate Myers
Cynthia Villareal
Christian Miller
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march 2012 n www.kentlandsusa.com APRIL 12 Board of Code Compliance Meeting, 7:00 pm
APRIL 13
Troop 3051. 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm, Carriage House
APRIL 16
APRIL 17
Budget & Finance Advisory Committee Meeting, 7:30 pm
Copperfield Crossing II Meeting, 7:30 pm, Carriage House
APRIL 18
View Condo Meeting, 7:00 pm
APRIL 19
Troop 6194, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, Carriage House
VISUAL CHANGE APPLICATIONS DUE
APRIL 20
By Kate Myers
Kentlands Chick-fil-A to Offer Free Meals for One Year to
First 100 Customers
How does free Chick-fil-A for one year sound? Good enough
to camp out in the Kentlands Square Shopping Center for 24
hours? On Wednesday, April 11 at 6 am, managers of the new
Chick-fil-A located at 104 Main Street in the Kentlands will distribute free meal cards to the first 100 customers in line (if more than
100 people are present, spots will be awarded via a raffle system). The lucky 100, plus ten alternates, will then be invited to camp
out until 6 am on Thursday, April 12, when the restaurant officially opens. Campers must stay in line the full 24 hours to claim their
prize (brief restroom breaks are allowed).
Grand prize winners will receive one Chick-fil-A meal (Chicken Sandwich, Chick-fil-A Waffle Potato Fries and drink) per week for
a year. The company’s “First 100” promotions typically draw hundreds of customers; some Chick-fil-A fans have been known to
travel from state to state to camp out for free meal cards.
Participants must be 18 years of age or older and present a valid photo ID. Chick-fil-A recommends participants arrive no earlier
than 5:30 am on Wednesday. For more information about the First 100 promotion, visit www.chick-fil-a.com/Locations/First-100.
Star Diner Celebrates 12th Anniversary With New and Exciting Menu Selections
March 18th marked 12 years since Marty and Sharon Kobrin opened the doors of the Star Diner in Kentlands. To celebrate this
landmark, they have added new entries to their menu that will be sure to please all palates. For those looking for healthy choices,
they recommend their flounder francaise, vegetable lasagna, or salmon filet sandwich. Vegans will appreciate the new portobello
mushroom sandwich with spinach. Traditional favorites like chicken pot pie, yankee pot roast, and corned beef hash and eggs are
are always on the menu.
In April, the Star Diner will launch its new website, www.StarDinerKentlands.com as well as offer “2 for $20” entries with several
options from which to choose. And the Live Summer Concert series will be back again this year, starting on June 1. It will run every
Friday and Saturday night through the end of September from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm with new acts as well as old favorites.
Marty and Sharon want to thank all their Kentlands customers for a great 12 years. Here’s to lots more!
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Andréana E. Lefton recently completed her MSc in Philosophy and
Public Policy with Distinction at the London School of Economics (LSE). Her MSc Dissertation was titled, “The Untold People:
Narrative Exclusion and Gypsy Literacy in the UK.” She is a 2010
summa cum laude graduate of American University and a Phi Beta
Kappa scholar.
Have you heard of the “broken glass
syndrome”? Walking along Kentlands
Boulevard recently brought
this to mind. It appears that one pile of
dog poop begets another
and another thus, perpetuating bad behavior
of dog owners in the area.
Because we are a walkable neighborhood bordering the Kentlands Downtown
Shops and Restaurants, this area is our first impression. Walking past the Kentlands
Manor apartments, it appears that dog owners don’t care at all. I’m sure the dogs
themselves have to do some fancy stepping to avoid the countless piles of dog
excrement. This is not healthy for you or your dog when they track this on their
paws into your home.
Ms. Lefton has been pursuing a career as a writer and poet and
recently received an honorable mention in The Atlantic’s Student
Writers contest. She was also a 2010 finalist/winner of the Elie Wiesel prize in Ethics (2010 and was named a ‘commended finalist’ in the London School
of Economics Bernard Levin Journalism Prize.
Being a part of the Go Green Group in the Kentlands, I’m tasked with
recommending areas of priority for the Spring Earth Day Cleanup, but would
not even think of asking our volunteers to navigate the disgusting piles that are
left there by irresponsible dog owners. There’s no excuse when you have trash
receptacles at the corner at the bus stops.
Alexa Palman, a senior at East Carolina University, has been named to the Chancellor’s
List for the Fall semester. She is a special education major and interning and tutoring this
semester in elementary schools in North Carolina. Her parents, Kentlands residents Glen
and Karen, are very proud of her accomplishments! Alexa and her mom celebrated her
upcoming graduation by jetting to the Atlantis
Resort in the Bahamas.
Please help to keep the Kentlands beautiful and take pride in our neighborhood
and walkable areas. Take a bag with you to clean up after your furry friends … do
your part and others will follow your lead.
Karen Palman, Kentlands Resident
Committee Commences Work on Future of Firehouse Continued from Page 1........
The next Firehouse meeting, slated for Monday, March 19th at 7:00 pm, is open to
the public and will be a brain storming session according to Co-Chair Shlichting,
“The idea is that all committee members come with a list of comprehensible and
acceptable uses for the Firehouse, with the pros and cons for each use, as well as
what uses would not be acceptable,” said Schlichting. The meetings will start with a
few minutes dedicated to public comments.
My husband’s 93 year old father, lives in Kentlands Manor. He just moved here in September from Brooklyn, NY where he has lived his whole life. The one thing he loved
about Brooklyn was having a nice community of people who cared about each other.
Deputy City Manager Tony Tomasello also looks forward to meeting with the
Kentlands Firehouse committee members. “All ideas are possible for the Firehouse
and that there is no need to be tied to conventional thinking. There is a wide
spectrum of possibilities for this lot. This is a highly functioning committee and there
will be a lot of good ideas coming out of it.”
Dad has a motorized scooter and loves to play his lotto numbers most days at the wine
and beer store across from Kentlands Manor. In January, he was on his way to the store,
misjudged the curb and toppled over in his scooter coming down on his head and
face. Even though Dad did not want to bother us, I received a call from Vivian Stevens
at Kentlands Manor. My husband went straight over to the Kentlands to find a woman
from the neighborhood who was a nurse sitting with his father. She wanted to stay with
him until someone came.
I was told that when he fell, people in cars stopped, people walking came over and an
EMT was on the scene. He refused to go to the hospital but insisted he had to play his
numbers first before going back to his apartment. My husband took him to the ER at
Shady Grove Hospital where he stayed for two days. When Dad arrived back home to
Kentlands Manor, there were heart shaped cut-out notes from people who had helped
him and messages on his phone.
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2012 Facilities Pass Updates Updating facilities passes for 2012 has begun. Please come by the Clubhouse
to update your Facilities Passes and sign for your Guest Pass prior to the pool
opening on Saturday, May 26. Passes will not be updated on Memorial Day.
Just a few guidelines on updating passes: •
Avoid long lines when the pool opens by updating your passes during
business hours as soon as possible.
•
There will be four days of extended hours (see below) for you to update
your pass(es). If you cannot update your pass during regular or extended
hours, you may drop your pass(es) off at the Clubhouse for updating the next
business day. •
Please do not discard your old passes. If you have discarded them or have
lost your pass(es), there is a $5 replacement fee for each one. •
Please bring passes for your whole family to the Clubhouse at one time to
have them updated.
•
Guest Passes can only be picked up by the Titleholder. •
You will be asked to provide contact information in case of an emergency.
•
Passes will not be issued to delinquent Titleholders/households so please
make sure that your KCA assessment payments are up-to-date. •
Remember that Facilities Passes are required for entrance to the Clubhouse
and all recreational areas at all times! Each year the members of the Board of Trustees meet after the election and appoint
officers. The current Board has appointed me as the KCA Treasurer.
The Budget and Finance Committee, made up of appointed Kentlands citizens, works
hard throughout the year reviewing the financial status of the community so that a
meaningful budget can be prepared for the Board of Trustees. Like any budget, it is
based upon experience, estimates, special projects, needed maintenance, and a few
educated guesses. For instance, who knows in advance how much it will snow?
One of my goals as the KCA Treasurer is to try to keep costs within the budget, or
below budget, in each category. We live on a basically fixed income. If we stay under
budget in the designated areas, then we will not need to increase assessments except
to keep pace with budgeted needs and inflation.
I welcome the suggestions of anyone and everyone on how we can work to make
Kentlands the successful community which we all enjoy.
2012 Kentlands Telephone Directory & Information Guide
Due to several errors and discrepancies discovered in the recently published Kentlands directory, the decision has been made to republish the directory. In order to
ensure accuracy for this revised version, a letter will be sent to all residents via the US
mail asking for verification of current information, any necessary changes or additions,
and providing residents the option of not having their information included in the directory. Thank you in advance for returning your form in a timely fashion!
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--Enrollment of condo residents in KCA website, e-mail list
--Communication about KCA committee openings
--Creating condo web pages on KCA web site
--Quarterly KCA board meeting with condo boards
--KCA liaisons to condo boards
The KCA Board was involved in a couple of important community meetings in
February of which everyone should be aware. The first was the town hall meeting
hosted by the KDP which was held on February 15th to discuss safety and security
matters in connection with the two armed robberies that had just occurred in the
Kentlands downtown area. Since that meeting was covered in several local papers
including the Town Crier, and a suspect has recently been arrested in the case [thanks
to the Gaithersburg Police Department for their hard work here], I don’t think further
discussion is required in this forum. Although more parochial in nature, the second
meeting was also focused on an important issue in our community. Consequently, I
would like to discuss it here.
Activities/Facilities
--Increased happy hours
--Construction of tot lot in Chevy Chase/Kentlands Bluffs area
--Landscaping of KCA property near Copperfield I and II, Kentlands View and Kentlands
Bluffs areas
Advocacy
--KCA support for Kentlands Bluffs concerns re: Corridor Cities Transitway grade
On February 16th, the KCA Board held an outreach meeting with representatives of the
various condominium associations within the Kentlands. I proposed this session to
my fellow Board members because of an impression, borne of several conversations
with residents across the past several months, that many of KCA condo residents feel
separated from the rest of the community, and in some cases have specific concerns
that have not been adequately aired or addressed. The Board viewed my suggestion
very positively, and so the meeting was planned and held.
--KCA support for Copperfield I and II concerns re: building renumbering
Financial
--Consolidation of snow removal and garbage contracts to achieve savings
As you can see, there were a lot of important issues raised during this discussion!
The meeting was attended by about 25 people, including KCA Board members, our
community general manager, members of the various KCA condo boards, and other
interested condo residents. I think that everyone who attended was inspired by the
cordial, earnest atmosphere of the meeting. There was a lot of passion in the room
about the Kentlands and about finding ways to increase the involvement of the condos
and their residents in KCA activities. That said, the attendees voiced a number of
important concerns. A summary of these issues appears below:
KCA Communication/Participation
The KCA Board and President will be discussing the “punch list” of KCA-condo
improvement opportunities at our upcoming meetings, and we expect to make
significant progress against them across the remainder of this year.
Overall, the meeting reinforced for me that the condominium associations and
their constituent titleholders represent a critical part of the unique character of
the Kentlands. The KCA Board and President are committed to ensuring that these
residents fully enjoy the responsibilities, privileges and sense of community associated
with Kentlands citizenship. We invite all citizens—regardless of where you live!—to
support us in this effort.
--Distribution of Kentlands Express, meeting minutes to condo residents
--Announcements/publicity re: KCA events via condo bulletin boards
preparing a draft of the annual audit which will be reviewed by both the Budget and
Finance Advisory Committee and the KCA Board of Trustees. Once any recommended
changes are considered by the auditor, they will then issue a final audit.
Many of you are in the process of completing a Visual Change Application so that you
may begin making home improvements. The Town Architect is available to meet with
prospective applicants on the second Wednesday of the month from 5:30 pm to 6:30
pm at their office located at 320 Firehouse Lane. These meetings are by appointment
only, with twenty minutes allotted per household. This service will assist you with
input on your design and the materials allowed in the KCA design standards.
Daylight Savings Time brings extended daylight hours that everyone enjoys this time of
year. With that it’s also mindful for us to remember that many residents are taking that
early morning walk or run through the community before the later sunrise, so we ask
that everyone continues to use extreme caution in those early morning hours. If you’re
one of those taking the opportunity to begin your day with outside exercise, we want
to remind you to wear some type of reflective clothing so that motorists can see you.
Safety is of the utmost concern at all times.
Thank you to the Garden Club for donating two benches that are being installed
in the front of the Clubhouse. Many times senior adults or children are waiting for
transportation and now those residents will have a place to sit.
The Board approved the selection of an asphalt engineering firm at the February 22,
2012 Board meeting. The firm will be tasked with evaluating the asphalt conditions
in the alleys, at the Clubhouse, and an area behind the live-work units on Main Street.
They will perform a visual assessment of each of the 41 asphalt pavement areas and
document existing conditions, including type, severity and quantity of major distresses.
They will provide the Board a written report outlining repair recommendations. The
engineering firm will also obtain asphalt cores at different locations to determine the
pavement and sub-base thickness. Additionally, they prepare design and construction
documents for the bidding process. Their services will continue through the bidding
phase and the administration of the contract. Once repairs begin, the engineering firm
will observe the progress of the work and will verify that work is being completed in
accordance with the contract specifications. This entire process will divided into four
phases with approximately twenty-five percent of the work to be completed during
each phase.
The pool season with begin in just over two months and it’s time to update your
recreation passes at the Clubhouse. Passes can be renewed Monday through Friday as
noted below:
Regular Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 6:00 am to 4:45 pm
Tuesday, Thursday – 9:00 am to 4:45 pm
Tuesday May 15, 2011
Tuesday, May 22, 2011
Extended Hours
Thursday May 17, 2011
Thursday May 24, 2011
9:00 am to 6:45 pm
Once again we want to thank the many volunteers that dedicate their talents and time
to the KCA. Robert Randolph has returned as a member of the Budget and Finance
Advisory Committee, agreeing to chair this important committee. Sue Goldberg has
also volunteered her time to this committee. Thank you both for joining!
Thank You Volunteers!
What a mild and wacky winter we’ve had this year! Though we had very little
snow, we’d like thank our snow removal volunteers for their willingness to help
their neighbors “dig out” when needed. We appreciate their commitment to
serve our community. Thank you!
Each year about this time, the KCA undergoes an annual audit with an independent
auditor. Goldklang Group CPAs, P.C. is currently finishing up their field work and is
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Spring has about sprung and the Foundation is blooming with activity. Our many
programs and events offer something for everyone in Kentlands and the greater
Gaithersburg community. Here’s a look at what’s happening:
Young Artist Award
The Foundation and the city of Gaithersburg would like to say a huge thank you to our
Young Artist Award sponsors. Without their generosity the program, in its ninth year,
would not be the success it is today. Our thanks to:
KidServe Rolls Out 2012 Calendar of Activities
After a successful launch of KidServe that resulted in families making a whopping 145
lunches for the Rainbow House women’s shelter in February, KidServe announces its
activities for the remainder of 2012. KidServe is a new Foundation program that brings
Kids and Parents together to serve our greater community. We hope you can join us!
Please visit www.kentlands.org to sign up.
Pritchard Music Academy
Imagination Stage
Stiles Dentistry
Black Rock Center for the Arts
Corbin Creative Databases
Main Street Café
Whole Foods
Kentlands Stadium 10
Lashof ViolinsMy Gym
Victor Litz Music Center
Sun, Mar 18: Making stationary and care packages for troops
Sun, April 22: Making flower pens for breast cancer research
Sun, June 10: TBD
Sun, August 26: Collecting coins for Operation Smile (cleft palate repair) Sun, October 28: Coat drive for Purple Heart
Save the Dates for the Community Table
Pasha Lounge set a wonderful Community Table February 8 with 18 people gathering
together for dinner and conversation. The pay-your-own-way dinners are a great way
to meet old friends and new ones and support local businesses at the same time.
Check out who’s setting the Community Table next:
GO GREEN to Host Environmental Film “Bag It”
Thursday, March 22nd, at 7:30 pm, Kentlands Stadium 10
629 Center Point Way, Gaithersburg, MD
April 4, Vasilis Restaurant, 6:30 p.m.
June 6, Hakuba Japanese Restaurant, 6:30 p.m.
August 1, Pinky & Pepe’s Grape Escape, 6:30 p.m.
October 3, Coal Fire Pizza, 6:30 p.m.
This award winning documentary about plastic bags has evolved into a wholesale
investigation into plastics and their effect on our waterways, oceans, and even our
bodies. Join the Bag It movement and decide for yourself how plastic your life will be.
Please call the restaurant directly to reserve your space at the Community Table.
Kentlands Stadium 10 owner, Paul Huang, has generously donated the theater for this
showing. The event is sponsored by Kentlands Community Foundation GO GREEN
group, Poolesville Green, Muddy Branch Alliance, Silver Spring Green & Takoma Park
Task Force on Environmental Action.
Want to keep up to date with Kentlands Community Foundation
programs?
Watch the trailer at www.bagitmovie.com
Sign up to receive our e-newsletter at [email protected] or visit our website at
www.kentlands.org.
Kentlands Day Wants You!
Join the greatest parade on this side of Gaithersburg on Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m.
It’s free and lots of fun. March, unicycle or travel the parade route on your uniquely
designed float! Visit: www.kentlandsday.com for more information.
Plus, with Kentlands’ 25th Anniversary just around the corner in 2013...
The Kentlands Community Foundation Board of Directors would love to hear your
thoughts and ideas on how we can celebrate our community for this milestone:
[email protected].
Interested in participating in the Taste of Kentlands, Business Fair or Car Show as part
of Kentlands Day? Visit: www.kentlandsday.com
definitely more fun than serious and a big draw for dog lovers everywhere. But the day
will also be filled with plenty of extras, including CGC testing and the sponsor expo.
There are three great ways to get be a part of the day:
Be a Participant—Register your four-legged friend in the show. The show will be open
to the first 75 dogs who enter and there will be multiple categories to choose from.
Please visit www.kentlands.org for an application.
Be a Sponsor—Whether an animal lover, animal-focused business, or a business
looking to capture the attention of dog owners and hundreds of spectators, being a
sponsor is a rewarding way to get into the spirit of the day. Please contact dogshow@
lakelands.org for more information.
Be a Volunteer—Want to join the fun behind the scenes? There’s plenty of fun ways
to get into the action (and get to spend time with dozens of adorable doggies!) Please
contact Carrie Dietz: [email protected] for more details.
It’s been too dog-gone long since we’ve hosted a dog show so join the fun--and help
our four-legged friends in need at the same time!
The Kentlands Community Foundation (KCF) and the Lakelands Social Committee
have teamed up to present the Kentlands/Lakelands Dog Show & Festival, May 12,
9 am – 12 pm on the Kentlands Green.
Kentlands Community Clean-Up Saturday, April 14
Funds raised fror the Dog Show will benefit three charities that help our furry friends in
need: Critters for the Cure, House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary, and Lizzy’s Lodge
of Gaithersburg as well as the KCF.
Let’s pitch in to keep our community clean. Stop by the Kentlands Clubhouse on
Saturday, April 14 to grab gloves, bags and litter pick-up sticks and we’ll point
you in the right direction. This is a great event for the whole family! Questions:
www.kentlands.org.
With show categories such as “Best Costume” and “Looks Most Like Owner,” it’s
Historical Trust
Citizen Participation Encouraged in Public Safety Initiatives
Two-way communication between the Gaithersburg Police Department and the
public is critical to the success of public safety initiatives in our community. Citizens
sometimes fail to call the police because they feel the information is not relevant or
seems trivial. However, this type of information is important to help identify trends
and can sometimes lead to solving a crime. Every set of eyes on the street is valuable.
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at the
Kentlands Clubhouse and the following six (6) applications were reviewed:
Paul & Kristina Harsanyi, #12-633
114 Midtown Mews
Addition: approve to add a screen porch, balcony with two sets of steps, exterior fireplace, and mudroom using the materials specified in the application.
Deck Railing: approved as a variance to install black metal raining on the deck to 6x6
white wood posts. The Gaithersburg Police Department encourages the public to call 9-1-1 in emergency
situations, or to report non-emergency activities and information to 301-279-8000.
Equally important is the dissemination of information to the public. Through press
releases, online crime report summaries, and emergency messaging, the Gaithersburg
Police Department ensures that the community is made aware of public safety issues
on a timely basis.
Lawrence & Caroline Luteran, #12-634
113 Treehaven Street
Deck: approved to replace existing deck with flagstone patio and add an 18” stone
retaining wall. Approved to replace a step stone path with a flagstone patio and add
a privacy arbor.
Plantings: approved to add various flowers bed as specified on the landscaping plan.
Alert Gaithersburg, a free subscription service, is a notification system that sends
emergency messages to multiple devices when verified information needs to be
disseminated immediately. It includes weather and traffic notifications, as well
information about incidents that impact large areas of the population. Examples include
major road and intersection closures, hazardous material incidents, evacuations,
police activity impacting the delivery of municipal services or where surrounding
citizens may be at risk, and extreme weather situations such as snow emergencies,
flood and tornado watches. Text messaging fees may apply depending on the user’s
mobile device plan. To register for Alert Gaithersburg visit http://alert.gaithersburgmd.
gov.
Dimitry Dintis, #12-635
108 Lake Street
Fence: denied approval to replace existing fence with Alumi-guard residential Ascot
36” aluminum fence.
Reason(s): The Kentlands Design Standards states: “Fence material shall be built of
wood, steel, or wrought iron.
The Gaithersburg Police Department also offers the following online services:
Citizen Information in Traffic Enforcement (C.I.T.E.)
Citizens may report violations of the state traffic laws occurring in the City directly
to the Gaithersburg Police Department by submitting the information online. www.
gaithersburgmd.gov/apps/cite/
Zig Zag Capital.Com, LLC, #12-636
320 Main Street
Sign: approved to add a wood front blade and rear “S.T. Nails & Spa” signs.
Steven & Jody Shapiro, #12-637 402 Little Quarry Road
Windows: approved to replace existing windows with Renewal by Andersen fibrex
windows with snap muntins. Color and grid configuration to match existing.
Door: approved to install a Renewal by Andersen Frenchwood sliding door. Color to
match existing.
Community Crime Summary
Serious crimes and crime trends occurring in the City of Gaithersburg are listed on the
Police page of the City’s website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/police.
Crime Reports.com
This website keeps you informed about crime in your neighborhood. Visit
crimereports.com
By Chantel Reid
www.
Timothy Shaw, #12-638 4 Kent Garden Circle
Parking Signs: approved to add parking signs in from of the Impact Performing Arts and
Children Center as specified in the application.
Fence: approved to add a 3’ white (not off-white) picket fence on the right side of the
building.
Two Great Doctors
One Exceptional Medical Practice
The April Historic Trust meeting date will be held April 4, 2012 at the Kentlands
Clubhouse at 6:30 pm.
Marcia Goldmark, MD and Aimee Seidman, MD, FACP
have been recognized by their peers as “Top Docs” in
the community. Both have practiced internal medicine
Lost & Found
in the area for over 20 years.
Have you lost any personal items, such as jewelry, keys, or jackets? Please check
with the Clubhouse front desk staff during business hours (Monday through
Friday, 9 am to 5 pm) at 301-948-4290 to see if your item has been turned in. You may come to the Clubhouse during business hours to describe
and reclaim the following: 1) Ipod, 2) Man›s Ring, 3) Cane, 4) Tennis
Rackets with Bag, 5) Key Fob, 6) Keys, 6) Jacket, and 7) Water Bottle.
To discuss your health care needs and
our affordable concierge medicine model,
schedule a complimentary meeting
with Dr. Goldmark or Dr. Seidman.
Call 301.545.1811.
Lost item(s) will be held for ninety days. If not claimed, item(s) will be donated
to a charitable organization.
We’re here to help you reach and maintain good health.
City Survey Late March
Without good health, you can’t enjoy life to the fullest.
_______________________________________________
The Economic and Business Development Division of the City of Gaithersburg will
be surveying Kentlands residents and business owners later this month to hear their
opinions about economic development along Main Street. When your survey arrives
in the mail, please take a few minutes to complete and send it back. Let the City know
your thoughts and suggestions about how it can help enhance our downtown area.
Conveniently located at:
15020 Shady Grove Road, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20850
Visit us on the web at: www.RockvilleConciergeDocs.com
Alex Kleinman
KCA Board of Trustees Chair
Alex joined the KCA Board of Trustees in 2010 and served as its Treasurer. In 2012,
he became its Chair.
As Treasurer, Alex worked to improve the KCA’s financial management by deploying
assets into a prudent bond ladder to increase yields and reduce spending in 2010 in
order to eliminate a deficit and a budgeted asset liquidation.
In his role as Chair, Alex seeks to promote both long-term properrty value and the
New Urbanist principles and community that underlie that value. He wants to see
increased community involvement in the KCA.
Alex supports partnerships with our local business community to maintain and enhance its well-being as well as increased interaction with local and regional govenment entities on local and business economic development and land use.
Alex is a Vice President at Bioscan, Inc. specializing in diagnostics, imaging, medical
device and pharma strategy, business development marketing and product launch.
He is a graduate of Haverford College and received his MBA at The Wharton School
at the University of Pennsylvania.
KCA Board of Trustees Chair,
Alex Kleinman and his daughter, Anya.
Fun Facts about Alex: He likes long-distance backbacking and cooking. Alex was a co-founder and lead singer/keyboardist of The
Screaming Marvins, a NY/NJ area band.
In this issue of the Town Crier, we begin a four-part series on the Kentlands Citizens Assembly; its
structure, its Board of Trustees, its operations, and its dedicated volunteers. This month, we introduce you
to two of our Board of Trustee members and honor three Kentlands residents for their years of outstanding
commitment to and love for our community.
Tim Clarke
KCA Board of Trustees Treasurer
Tim Clarke joined the Board of Trustees last October and was appointed the
Board’s Treasurer. Tim is not a newcomer
to Board duties as he has served on numerous governmental, corporate, charitable, and community boards including
his service on the Kentlands Liaison Committee, which was the predecessor of the
current Board of Trustees. In addition,
Tim served as Chair of the Kentlands Elections Committee several years ago.
In addition to his duties on the KCA
Board, Tim is the Vice President of the
Copperfield Crossining Condominium
Board.
Photo by Melissa McGowan
A practicing attorney for 40 years, Tim is
a member of the Board of Supervisors of
Elections for the City of Gaithersburg.
At the February 2012 KCA Board of Trustees meeting, Bob and Nancy Turner (standing) were honored for their years of dedication and service to the Kentlands Citizens
Assembly and our community. Bob served as KCA President in 2005 and 2006 while
Nancy has volunteered on numerous committees. Robert Randolph (seated) was honored for his outstanding work as a KCA Treasurer in 2005 - 2007 and in 2011.
Each was presented with a crystal book award. Robert also received a gift certificate
. The Turners were informed that the KCA made a contribution to the Wendy F. Turner
Memorial Fund at Montgomery College in memory of the Turner’s daughter.
march 2012 n www.kentlandsusa.com Tim believes the KCA needs to keep its
financial structure intact while bringing
about new andeavors to encourage wider
participation from community residents.
He considers it important to judge each issue on sound economics and interest to the
community as a whole. Tim welcomes suggestions from all residents on how to improve the community and its success.
KCA Board of Trustees Treasurer,
Tim Clarke
As a Kentlands resident for over twenty years, he has knowledge of the history and the
development of the community and feels this background is beneficial to his Board
involvement.
Fun Facts about Tim: Tim and his wife, Michelle, have lived in three different residences in Kentlands. They have been married 40 years and have four wonderful
grandchildren.
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Kentlands Yoga Studio a Dream Come True
Sabina Grewal picked Kentlands Downtown last September to open up her own yoga
place, Yoga Bliss Studios, a long time dream come true. The new yoga studio at 404
Main Street, 2nd floor, offers a variety of Hatha and Vinyasa yoga classes for adults and
children, as well as yoga workshops.
“I chose the Kentlands because I wanted a community to grow my yoga practice in,”
said Ms. Grewal.
Photo by Cynthia Villareal
Grewal’s family has been instrumental in helping her open up the Yoga Bliss Studio.
Her parents helped with the capital to start her business. Her brother, Josh Been, a
contractor, installed new wood and tile floors and helped paint the Yoga Bliss space.
A business graduate with a major in Finance and minor in Asian Studies from The
College of William and Mary, Ms. Grewal was moved to study yoga after spending
some time working in finance in Gaithersburg. Ms. Grewal then moved to Seattle
Washington to study holistic medicine and yoga. There, she discovered Hatha Yoga, a
15th century practice started in India by Swami Swatamarama. The premise of Hatha
yoga is to have union between the body, mind and spirit through a series of physical
postures or asanas.
Andi Rosati, Community Facility Director, shows off a beaded necklace
from the Arts Barn Shop’s extensive jewelry collection.
Kentlands Arts Barn Houses Area’s Best-Kept Shopping Secret
By Kate Myers
The Kentlands Arts Barn is known for its shows, film series and art classes. But for the
past ten years—as long as the Arts Barn itself has been in existence—it has also quietly
operated a gift shop, featuring handmade, juried selections from local artists. “It’s one
of the area’s best-kept secrets,” says Arts Barn volunteer and Kentlands resident Karen
Gallant. “A lot of people know about the Arts Barn of course, but they don’t realize we
have a gift shop too.”
The City Art Shop includes a rotating selection of jewelry, pottery, fused glass frames
and bowls, note cards, wooden jewelry boxes, stained glass, quilts, scarves and more.
“Just the other day a man was here for an event and he ended up buying a pair of
earrings for his wife for Valentine’s Day,” says Gallant. “It’s a great place to find a
unique gift. We’ll also gift wrap your purchase.”
The shop used to be located in a studio in the Arts Barn but was relocated to the entrance
area when that space was needed for classes. Inventory changes seasonally, and artists
who wish to have their items considered for sale must complete an application, pay a
fee, and present samples of their work to a juried committee.
Andi Rosati, the Community Facility Director for the Arts Barn, said that plans are
underway for an event which will be held later this year to celebrate the Arts Barn’s
10th anniversary.
“I immersed myself in yoga and the Hindu
ritualistic offerings and then brought all
this experience back here” says Grewal.
She is currently certified in children’s
yoga, Hatha yoga and Power Vinyasa
yoga, a newer style of yoga that, according
to Grewal, is “ focused on creating inner
heat with emphasis on the breath and is
considered a vigorous practice. “
Grewal provides a variety of yoga classes,
but also has decided to focus offering
children’s classes because she believes
that yoga provides “a way for kids to
focus their energy in yoga poses, a way to
calm with breathing, and a way to use up
excess energy.”
Photo by Alex Stavitsky-Zeineddin
Items range in price from $3 to $100 or more with most items falling within the $15 to
$35 range. For a limited time an artist in residence is even accepting commissions for
custom quilts. The shop is open Monday through Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday
from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm, and during theater productions, concerts and special events.
The shop accepts all major credit cards. To learn more, call 301-258-6394.
From Seattle Wash., where she earned her
first yoga teacher training certificate, Ms.
Grewal studied in Bali for a year to deepen
her yoga practice. Returning from Bali in
2006, Grewal started teaching yoga at
various DC metro studios as well as at
George Washington University, where
she is still a yoga teacher and Professor.
Her goals for Yoga Bliss Studios are
to “build the practice of yoga in this
community and bring the community
together to share the practice together. “
For more information about Yoga classes
offered and costs, please visit http://
yogablissstudios.com
Breakfast with the
Bunny
Photo by Cynthia Villareal
Saturday, March 31,
10:00 am – noon
Don’t miss visiting
with our furry friend!
Make your reservation
now by calling
301-948-2071.
march 2012 n www.kentlandsusa.com Kentlands residents Anya Gottesch and Erin Guven enjoy a sunny
March afternoon with their Kentlands Clubhouse “friends.”
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Residents Turn Out for TGIF Happy Hour
Over 80 Kentlands residents turned out for the first TGIF Happy Hour of the year. Neighbors
chatted with old friends and met new ones while enjoying four different red and white wines and
light hors d’oeuvres.
Photos by Cynthia Villareal
2012 Boys & Girls Kentland’s Tennis/Basketball Day Camp
Now in its 15th year, The Kentland’s Tennis/Basketball Camp is a carefully designed
and integrated approach to the total game of tennis and basketball. Camp begins with
the teaching of the basics of both sports. Camp Director, Marna Katzel is a certified
Level 1 United States Professional Teaching Association member and her associated
counselors are local high school and college level tournament tennis players. Basketball
instruction is from HoopEd, the supplier of certified instructors to well- known camps,
such as Gary Williams and Morgan Wooten.
Students, aged 7-14 years, attending the camp will be challenged and motivated
in a fun environment. Our goal is for all campers to leave camp with new friends,
good memories, and to attain a greater self-confidence and enthusiasm for tennis
and basketball. Each camper is evaluated to his/her skill level to ensure the proper
grouping of students.
The Tennis/Basketball Camp will introduce a “Stroke of the Day” for tennis players
and intensive instruction in skill refinement through passing, shooting, dribbling,
rebounding, and defensive skill drills for basketball players. Team competition will be
incorporated into the daily schedule for both sports with emphasis on improving skills,
sportsmanship, leadership, and effort.
Tennis League Winners Hwar Ku and Meredith Williams with Runners-up Sam Warren
and Robin Robinson
2011 Tennis League Winners
Camp hours are from 9am - 2pm with an hour for a swim break and lunch on the
Clubhouse deck. Each session is $250/week for Kentlands’ residents and for friends
and guests the fee is $275/week. Camp registration and medical forms are available
by calling Marna Katzel, Camp Director at 301-540-9649 or emailing Marna at
[email protected].
Session I will be July 9–13 and Session II from July 16-20. The rain make-up session
is July 23-27.
The Kentlands 2011 tennis season league began in April and ran through December
with the players coordinating and scheduling their own match times. Many of our
tennis players enjoyed a fun, social and competitive season of league play.
The winners of Mixed Doubles League Division 1 Robin Robinson and Sam Warren
(the 2009 and 2010 Kentlands Mixed Doubles champs) met the winners of Division
2 Meredith Williams and Hwar Ku to play for the championship. The players had a
very exciting match with Meredith Williams and Hwar Ku winning the championship
match 6-4, 6-2.
Robin Robinson and Meredith Williams teamed up together to win the Women’s
Doubles division for the second year in a row and Sam Warren (Mens’ Singles Division
1 winner) competed against Jeff Cohen (Mens’ Singles Division 2 winner) in the
championship round with Sam Warren winning the Men’s Singles finals 6-0, 6-3.
Congratulations to all of our winners of the 2011 season! If anyone is interested in
league play this year, please contact Marna by email at [email protected] or
b y phone at 301-540-8766. A tennis league registration and information night will
be held at the Kentlands clubhouse on Friday, April 13th from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Please
contact Marna to R.S.V.P.
KCA Adult Basketball
A casual basketball group for Kentlands residents (age 35 and over) will be held on
Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm until dusk, beginning April 4 and ending September 26.
If you have any questions, contact David Pier at 301-990-1317.
Gaithersburg to Host Spring Golf Tournament
The City of Gaithersburg hosts its annual Spring Swing Golf Tournament on May 4,
2012, at the Red Gate Golf Course in Rockville, Maryland. This 4-player scramble
format tournament is limited to the first 30 foursomes.
Proceeds benefit the Youth Coaches Education Program, providing training and support for the dozens of coaches who work with Gaithersburg youth throughout the year.
The $85 per player fee includes green fees, cart, door prizes, souvenirs, and a post
tournament luncheon. Advance payment and registration is required by April 27,
2012. Payment can be made with check or Visa/MasterCard.
Kentlands Spring & Summer 2012 Tennis Lessons
Schedule & Charges
All participants must register and pay one week in advance for each session. Please contact Marna Katzel at 301-540-8766 or at [email protected] for
registration forms and more details. All friends and guests are subject to an additional 10% fee. Tennis attire and sneakers are required.
Session III: June 11th-July 7th
Wednesday Classes on July 4th are canceled due to the Independence
Day Holiday
Session I: April 16th - May12th
Please note that all children’s classes are once/week in this session
Tiny Tots (3-4 yrs.
old)
Munchkins (5-6 yrs.
old)
Champs (7-10 yrs.
old)
Beginner Adult
Future Stars (11-13
yrs. old)
Rising Stars (14-18
yrs. old)
Doubles Strategy
Advanced Beginner
Adult
Intermediate Adult
Cardio Tennis Adult
Parent/ Child Class
(5-8 yrs. old)
Monday
Monday
Monday
4:00-4:30
4:30-5:00
5:00-6:00 pm
$44
Tiny Tots (3-4 yrs.
old)
Munchkins (5-6 yrs.
old)
Champs (7-10 yrs.
old)
Beginner Adult
Future Stars (11-13
yrs. old)
Rising Stars (14-18
yrs. old)
Doubles Strategy
Advanced Beginner
Adult
Intermediate Adult
Cardio Tennis Adult
Parent/ Child Class
(5-8 yrs. old)
$44
$104
Monday
Tuesday
7:00- 8:30 pm
4:00-5:00 pm
$156
$104
Tuesday
5:00-6:00 pm
$104
Tuesday
Wednesday
7:00-8:00 pm
7:00- 8:30 pm
$104
$156
Thursday
Saturday
Saturday
7:00- 8:30 pm
9:00- 10:00 am
10:15- 11:15 am
$156
$80
$104
Session II: May 14th - June 9th
Monday classes on May 28th will be canceled due to
the Memorial Day Holiday
Tiny Tots (3-4 yrs.
old)
Munchkins (5-6 yrs.
old)
Champs (7-10 yrs.
old)
Beginner Adult
Future Stars (11-13
yrs. old)
Rising Stars (14-18
yrs. old)
Doubles Strategy
Advanced Beginner
Adult
Intermediate Adult
Cardio Tennis Adult
*Mon. & Wed.
4:00- 4:30 pm $77
*Mon. & Wed.
4:30- 5:00 pm $77
*Mon. & Wed.
5:00- 6:00 pm $182
*Monday
Tues. & Thur.
7:00-8:30 pm $117
4:00- 5:00 pm $208
Tues. & Thurs.
5:00- 6:00 pm $208
Tuesday
Wednesday
7:00- 8:00 pm $104
7:00- 8:30 pm $156
Thursday
Saturday
Parent/ Child Class
(5-8 yrs. old)
Saturday
7:00- 8:30 pm $156
9:00- 10:00
$80
am
10:15- 11:15
$104
am
Tennis League Meeting Night
Sign up for this year’s league while enjoying pizzas and beverages! R.S.V.P. to
Marna Katzel at 301-540-8766 to attend. The meeting will be held at the Kentlands clubhouse on Friday, April 13th from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Kentlands Town Crier Mon. & *Wed.
4:00- 4:30 pm
$77
Mon. & *Wed.
4:30- 5:00 pm
$77
Mon. & *Wed.
5:00- 6:00 pm
$182
Monday
Tues. & Thurs.
7:00-8:30 pm
4:00- 5:00 pm
$156
$208
Tues. & Thurs.
5:00- 6:00 pm
$208
Tuesday
*Wednesday
7:00- 8:00 pm
7:00- 8:30 pm
$104
$117
Thursday
Saturday
Saturday
7:00- 8:30 pm
9:00- 10:00 am
10:15- 11:15 am
$156
$80
$104
Session IV: July 9th - August 11th – (5 weeks)
Tiny Tots (3-4 yrs. old)
Munchkins (5-6 yrs. old)
Champs (7-10 yrs. old)
Beginner Adult
Future Stars (11-13 yrs.
old)
Rising Stars (14-18 yrs.
old)
Doubles Strategy
Advanced Beginner Adult
Intermediate Adult
Cardio Tennis Adult
Parent/ Child Class (5-8
yrs. old)
Mon. & Wed.
Mon. & Wed.
Mon. & Wed.
Monday
Tues. & Thurs.
4:00- 4:30 pm
4:30- 5:00 pm
5:00- 6:00 pm
7:00-8:30 pm
4:00- 5:00 pm
$110
$110
$260
$195
$260
Tues. & Thurs. 5:00- 6:00 pm
$260
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Saturday
Saturday
$130
$195
$195
$100
$130
7:00- 8:00 pm
7:00- 8:30 pm
7:00- 8:30 pm
9:00- 10:00 am
10:15- 11:15 am
“Gently Used” Tennis Balls Needed
Marna Katzel is looking for donations of semi-decent used tennis balls for our tennis
ball machine. Using brand new tennis balls is not recommended, as the wax on the
ball is known to "gunk" up the internal mechanisms of the machine. Many of you like
to start your matches with fresh tennis balls and tend to collect your old match balls
putting them aside. It would be a great benefit to all of the tennis ball machine users
if there could be a reserved supply of used tennis balls for our machine. Please stop
by Marna’s teaching court to drop them off or leave them in a bag at the clubhouse
labeled "for tennis ball machine.”
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** Spring Break for all schools is from March 30 through April 9 **
Rachel Carson Elementary School News
In February the Rachel Carson community donated 422 pounds of food to the Manna
Food Center as part of the center’s Food for Families Program, which serves 38,000
families each year. The school thanks all donors for their generosity.
PTSA Meeting
Tuesday, April 10
7:00 pm
Falcons’ Nest
Quince Orchard High School Report
Parent Fundraiser: A Night in New Orleans
Saturday, March 24
7:00 – 10:00 pm
Lakelands Club House
$50/person ($60/person after March 17)
Several track and field athletes from Quince Orchard High School were named to the
Gazette’s 2012 All-Gazette Track and Field Team. Quince Orchard’s Seann Pelkey was
named boys’ track and field coach of the year.
An adults-only evening to honor Principal Lawrence Chep and Vice Principal Cathy
Shinn for the school’s Blue Ribbon designation and their overall dedication to children.
The event will feature jazz by the Robert Glenn Trio, a mystery wine auction, a crepe
bar by Crepes-a-Go-Go, chocolate by SPAGnVOLA, appetizers by Whole Foods
Market and more. Childcare is available for $10 per child in the school’s all-purpose
room. Proceeds will be used to purchase ELMO projector technology for the school
(learn more at www.elmousa.com). For more information, contact Andrew Ross at
[email protected].
QO students to perform with Canadian Brass
The Pritchard Music Academy is sponsoring a concert featuring the Canadian Brass on
Tuesday April 17, 7:30pm in the QOHS Auditorium. The Canadian Brass will teach a
Master Class with the Pritchard Music Academy’s brass ensembles along with a feature
number with members of the QOHS band at the concert.
Legally Blonde the Musical
March 23: 7:00 pm
March 24: 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
$8 for students, $12 for adults
Fitness and Game Night
Friday, April 20
7:00 pm
All-Purpose Room
Strategies for College Applications and Admissions Presentation
Thursday, March 22
7:00 – 9:00 pm
A family night and fundraiser to encourage fitness and fun
Kindergarten Orientation
May 3 & 4
By appointment, call 301-840-5333
Featuring presentations and panel discussions by admissions officers from University
of Maryland, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Howard University and UMBC. Open to
parents and students.
For children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2012
Mulch Sale
Saturday March 24, 2012
Lakelands Park Middle School Update
Christina Luke won first place for the sixth grade short story category in the Montgomery
County Council of the International Reading Association Young Authors’ Contest for
her story titled “The Book of Black Magic.” The MCCIRA will sponsor a reception to
honor Christina and the other Montgomery County winners.
Lakelands Park Middle School was one of four area schools selected for National
School of Distinction status from the Schools Fight Hunger program. This honor was
given to fewer than 2,000 schools nationwide in the 2010-2011 school year. The
Schools Fight Hunger is a two-year-old initiative focused on connecting schools with
the hunger cause, helping schools fight hunger effectively, celebrating the good work
of schools and students and teaching the value of service. Last year Lakelands donated
457 pounds of food to help the hungry in our community.
Members of the school’s football team will be available to spread mulch as well.
Community Nights
April 18: Potomac Pizza
Dine in or carry out from these restaurants on the designated date and the QOHS
Booster Club will earn a percentage of sales.
Applications, Donations Sought for CHARACTER COUNTS! Scholarship Program
High school seniors who are residents of the City of Gaithersburg are encouraged
to apply for a W. Edward Bohrer, Jr. Memorial CHARACTER COUNTS! Scholarship.
Since the program’s inception in 1998, 59 high school seniors have received more
than $125,000 to help with their continuing education costs.
Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the City of Gaithersburg’s Educational
Enrichment Committee and are based on the embodiment of the Six Pillars of Character,
personal merit, financial need, and the student’s commitment to further education.
Previous scholarship awards have ranged from $1,500 to $3,000 each. Applications
are available through school guidance counselors, principals, senior class sponsors,
and at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/communityservices. The deadline for application is
4 p.m. on Friday, April 27, 2012.
This program is funded in part by the W. Edward Bohrer Memorial Fund, DRS Signal
Solutions and Rodgers Consulting, Inc. Individuals, businesses and organizations
within the Gaithersburg community are also invited to acknowledge and support the
character development of our young people by making a contribution to this fund.
For information please contact the Gaithersburg Community Services Division at 301258-6395 ext. 3.
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“Images in Black and White” on Display at Gaithersburg Activity Center
The City of Gaithersburg presents “Images in Black and White” by The Photographers Collective. The exhibit runs from March 9 to May 6, 2012, at the Activity
Center at Bohrer Park, 506 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland. Viewing hours are Monday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm and Sunday from
8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The public is invited to an Artists’ Reception on Friday, March
9 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
The Photographers Collective is a group of six artists united in their commitment to
advancing their art and craft, yet undeniably different in their working methods and
personal styles. The prints in “Images in Black and White” are selected from the work
of these photographers and are an expression of their individual visual styles and lives
as artists.
Olde Towne Market Features Crafts, Food, Flea Market Bargains
This lively street market will be held the fourth Saturday of each month, May through
October. Vendors will line the City Hall parking lot in Olde Towne from 9 am to 1 pm
on May 26, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22, and October 27. The market
features a variety of vendors selling handmade creations, commercial items, gently
used merchandise, food, and much more.
Vendor spaces are just $25 per table per market for City of Gaithersburg residents and
$30 for nonresidents. Registration is going on now. A fact sheet and application forms
are available online at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/events.
“Train Days” Return to Community Museum
The Gaithersburg Community Museum celebrates Gaithersburg’s long and storied history with the railroad during “Train Days at the Museum.” On March 24 and April 21,
2012, from 10 am to 2 pm, train builders from the BANTRAK T Trak Division will set
up small scale model trains. Visitors are invited to view the model train displays, tour
a caboose filled with local train history, visit the 1918 steam locomotive on display in
the adjacent History Park, and shop for train-related items in the Museum gift shop.
With any luck visitors can also enjoy the sights and sounds of the actual CSX, Amtrak
and MARC trains that rumble past the Museum on a regular basis.
Located in the restored 1884 B&O Railroad Station complex near the intersection of
Summit and Diamond Avenues in Olde Towne, the Gaithersburg Community Museum
features educational exhibits and programs designed to spark interest and imagination
about our City’s history. Interactive displays include a bank, school room and general
mercantile store. The Museum is located in the restored B&O Railroad complex, and
consists of the historic Freight House, History Park and the rolling stock. A Budd Car
recently joined the complex, and will provide nearly 800 square feet of new space for
future museum programs, audio visual presentations and rental opportunities.
Art and Music Fusion Heats Up Kentlands Mansion this Spring
Kentlands Mansion introduces “Art After Dark,” a new cutting-edge art show featuring
progressive visual art fused with up-and-coming music. Art After Dark takes place
Friday nights, March 16, April 20 and May 18 from 6 to 9 pm. Admission is $10 per
person, payable at the door. A cash bar and complimentary snacks will be available.
Visual artists Michelle Izquierdo and Anthony Palliparambil Jr. and singer Kyla Simone
will be featured at the March 16 debut event.
Spanish, French and Jazz Music Featured at Music on the Move Concerts
The City of Gaithersburg invites you to enjoy beautiful music in a unique format at
its Music on the Move concerts. Experience a blend of Spanish and French music
at “The Near Exotic, Spanish and French” concert on Saturday, March 24, then come
back for “Jazz in June” on Friday, June 1. Both concerts begin at 8 pm. Admission is
$25, $23 for City of Gaithersburg residents. Please call 301-258-6394 or visit www.
gaithersburgmd.gov/artsbarn for tickets and information.
With concerts occurring simultaneously in the Arts Barn and at Kentlands Mansion,
patrons attend the first half of the evening with a concert in one venue, then switch at
intermission to enjoy a second concert in the other. Intermission features a variety of
delicious, complimentary desserts, with champagne, wine, beer and soft drinks available for purchase.
Gaithersburg K-9 Handler and Partner Earn Top Award from Police Canine
Association
On February 25, 2012 at the United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) Region
Three annual awards banquet, Corporal Chad Eastman and his partner, Max, were
awarded the Triple Crown award. The Triple Crown award is presented to the Region Three member in good standing who achieves certification in “Patrol Dog (PD)
I,””Tracking’” and “Detector” in a calendar year (January to December). This is the
second year in a row that Corporal Eastman and Max have received this award.
Gaithersburg Police Department Announces Decrease in Overall Crime for
Fourth Quarter 2011
The City of Gaithersburg Police Department reports that there has been a 7.5% decrease in crime within the City of Gaithersburg for the fourth quarter of 2011, as compared to the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) statistics for the fourth quarter of 2010:
Part I Crime decreased by 15.1% (from 537 to 456)
Part II Crime decreased by 3.2% (from 935 to 905)
Overall, Total Crime (Part I and Part II totals) decreased by 7.5%
An analysis of Part I Offense data shows that there was an increase this quarter (as
compared to the same quarter in 2010) in rapes and robberies. There was a decrease
in aggravated assaults, burglaries, larcenies and auto thefts.
Part II Crimes are defined as minor assaults, arson, forgery-counterfeiting, bad checks,
embezzlement, stolen property, vandalism, weapons offenses, prostitution, sex offenses, controlled dangerous substance (CDS) violations, gambling, family offenses,
juvenile offenses, liquor law violations, disorderly conduct, suicide, and non-traffic
offenses.
Crime summary data can be found on the City’s website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/
police.
Gaithersburg Police Becomes Primary Agency for Calls for Service within
the City
The Gaithersburg Police Department will be the primary agency dispatched to calls
for service within the City of Gaithersburg. Both the Gaithersburg and Montgomery
County Police Departments maintain the highest degree of cooperation in order to
provide the maximum level of professional police service utilizing the police personnel of both agencies. “Gaithersburg Police officers have concurrent responsibility
with the Montgomery County Police for the enforcement of all City, County and State
laws within the geographical boundaries of the City of Gaithersburg that provides enhanced services to our citizens” said, Gaithersburg Police Chief Mark P. Sroka.
Gaithersburg Skate Park Opens for 2012 Season
The City of Gaithersburg Skate Park opens for the 2012 season at noon on Friday,
March 30, 2012. Regular hours will be weekdays from 3 pm to sunset and Saturdays
and Sundays from noon to sunset. Special extended hours will be in place during
Spring Break, March 30 through April 9, when the park will open daily at noon.
The Skate Park is located behind the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 510 South Frederick Avenue, and welcomes skateboarders and in-line skaters during all sessions. BMX
bikes are also permitted every day except Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Safety equipment regulations require helmets, while elbow and knee pads are optional. However, all safety equipment is highly recommended and in-line skaters must
wear wrist guards. Protective gear is available for rent.
Daily admission is $3 for residents and $5 for nonresidents. Money-saving Season
Memberships are $35 for residents and $50 for nonresidents. Signed liability waivers
are required for individuals to skate. For more information call Maura Dinwiddie at
301-258-6350 x168 or visit the website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/skate.
Paintings, Sculpture on Display at Arts Barn
The City of Gaithersburg presents the paintings of Izya Shlosberg, Michelle Izquierdo,
Howard Cohen and his students, and the sculptures of Genna Gurvich at the Arts Barn
Gallery, March 16 through May 13, 2012. Viewing hours are Monday through Friday,
10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday, 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm. An artists’ opening reception
will be held on Tuesday, March 27 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
Some of the artwork is for sale and all images are copyrighted by the artist. For more
information contact Andi Rosati at 301-258-6394 or at [email protected].
Kentlands Artist Wins State Award for His Drawing
By Christian Miller
Kentlands is home to people of many different talents. Preston Douglas, a 16 year old
junior at Quince Orchard High School, is a perfect example. Last school year Preston
drew a picture of me in one of his art classes. It was entered in the art show and ended
up winning. The same piece was entered in a Maryland state arts competition and took
home the first place prize.
When Preston was younger he wasn’t too interested in drawing, but was very skilled
at it. He became interested when he realized he could make people happy with his
drawings. “The show Dragon Ball-Z from Cartoon Network got me into drawing as my
older brothers loved the show. So I’d always draw pictures for them of their favorite
characters. They loved them! It made me realize I could actually make people happy
with my drawings, which is why I wanted to continue getting better at drawing so I
could make people hopefully even happier.” Douglas said.
Photo by Christian Miller
As Preston has gotten older he’s realized there’s more to drawing than just Dragon
Ball-Z characters. Today he focuses mainly on drawing portraits and pieces of realism.
As a junior in high school, Preston continues to further his skills by taking multiple
art classes that the school offers. “I’m taking Studio Art which is a class where I can
just draw what I want with few guidelines. I also take Advanced Digital Art where we
create graphics and drawings using the computer and electronic tablets. The last art
class is AP Art History, which is a college level course. This isn’t a class where I really
get to perform art, but it’s a way I can learn the building blocks or stepping stones of
art by looking at pieces from early artists and by studying their many different styles
and how they’ve changed over time.” Douglas said.
Preston Douglas stands in front of the drawing of his friend, Christian Miller, for which
he won first prize in a Maryland state arts competition.
Preston’s art varies in all sorts of different media. He works with clay, pens, pencils, markers,
paint, and chalk, just about anything he can get his hands on. Although he’s very talented with so many of these mediums, his favorite is the pen. Drawing in pen is a very
difficult task because there is no room for error. One mistake and the piece is potentially ruined. That’s the reason why Preston loves the pen though. “Pen looks cleaner than
pencil and the ink creates a deeper value in the drawing then graphite would. It shows the care and time you put into your work and the little room for error is a fun challenge,”
says Douglas.
Drawing isn’t just a fun hobby for Preston. He plans to go to college to study graphic design and other arts-related courses. He aspires to one day work in animation or graphic
design after college, and if worse comes to worst, he wants to sell his pieces in Art Galleries and simply live off of doing something he loves.
I personally own many pieces of Preston’s work and love every single one of them. Every piece is more amazing than the last and I cannot wait to see more from him in the
future.
Editor’s Note: Christian Miller is a Kentlands resident, a junior at Quince Orchard High School, and works part-time at the Kentlands Clubhouse on evenings and weekends
at the reception desk. Although he has written for school newspapers, this is his first article for the Town Crier. We are happy to include Christian’s work and look forward to
more of his articles in future issues.
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312 Thaxton Street
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