Pool Season Is Right Around the Corner

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May 2005
what’snews?
Dedication Day Nears
Lakelands Park prepares for grand opening
celebration, see page 15.
A New Home for Shaare Torah
A ground breaking milestone for the
Lakelands synagogue, story on page 11.
Swimming Lessons Coming Soon
Pool Season Is Right
Around the Corner
Social Committee Plans
Pool Opening Party
For May 28
Registration going on now for summer swimming lessons, turn to page 14.
By Andrea Escher
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Lakelands & Kentlands Join for
Yard Sale Extravaganza
If you have items to sell, this is the yard sale
for you! Details on page 19.
Awarded for 5K Generosity
The lazy days of
summer at the
Lakelands pool
will kick off on
May 28.
The Lakelands Board accepts award for 5K
contribution, check out page 7.
So Much Social, So Little Time
A complete listing of Lakelands social
events you won't want to miss, page 8.
Summer Scooter Reminders
Before your children head out on those
scooters, know the law, page 10.
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hose lazy days of lounging by
the pool are just around the
corner. The Lakelands pool
will officially open for the 2005
summer swim season on Saturday,
May 28 at 10:00 a.m. In true
Lakelands fashion, the opening of
the pool means a fabulous kick-off
party, complete with food, fun, and
many fantastic surprises.
Egan Barbecuers will be stationed
on the basketball courts beginning at
12:00 p.m. serving up those delicious
hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, and side dishes with all the fixins. Food will begin being served at
12:00 p.m. until it is gone, so get
there early if you plan to eat.
This event is open to Lakelands residents only! Resident must present their
pool pass for admission and all party
participants will receive a wristband. In
See POOL PARTTY continued on page 7
Tennis Programs Set To Begin
On Lakelands Courts
Return Address:
The Lakelands Leader
960 Main Street
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Tennis Social Event
Scheduled for May 20
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Serve it up! The Lakelands tennis social will be held
on May 20 at the courts.
alling all tennis players, the Lakelands
Community Association is excited to
announce that tennis programs will begin
next month on the Lakelands tennis courts!
The LCA has contracted tennis services with Brian Fankhauser, Director of
Tennis with the Quince Orchard Swim &
Tennis Club. Fankhauser and his staff will
be conducting a series of tennis lesson
clinics and other programs available to residents of all ages within the Lakelands
community, right on the tennis courts.
To kick off the program, a Tennis Social
has been scheduled for Sunday, May 22 (rain
date of May 29); junior clinics for children
ages 6-16 will be held from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m, an
adult clinic will follow from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Tennis Professionals from Quince Orchard
Swim & Tennis will organize instructional
See TEENNIIS continued on page 15
City C ouncil i n
The C ommunities
Is C oming!
Meeting for Lakelands
Scheduled for May 25
T
he City of Gaithersburg is bringing the Mayor and City Council
back to Lakelands, for the Council
in the Communities meeting.
Attention all residents, if there is an
issue you would like to address to
your City officials; this is your
chance to be heard!
Mark your calendars for
Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 7:00
p.m. It is anticipated City Council
members, and city staff members
from the Planning and Code,
Police, Parks and Recreation,
Neighborhood Services, and the
Public Works departments will also
be on hand to address any concerns
and questions.
The meeting will take place at
the Lakelands Clubhouse in the
Green Room. Residents planning to
attend the meeting should RSVP to
Community Manager, Debbie
Durham at [email protected].
In addition, if you have specific
questions you would like the city to
address, please e-mail your comments
and questions to Debbie prior to the
May 25 meeting so the city council
will be able to address your issues.
Residents are asked to RSVP to
determine how many neighbors are
planning to attend. In the event of a
low turnout, the event will be canceled. The meeting is open to all
Lakelands residents.
The Lakelands Board of
Directors will conduct the regularly
scheduled May board meeting following the Council in the
Communities meeting.
For questions regarding the
Council in the Communities meeting, please call Debbie at 240-6318338. We hope to see you there! L
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May 2005
fromtheboard
By Mark Ezrin, LCA Vice President
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Your Help Is Needed
In Lakelands
n my first column for The Lakelands Leader, I thought I would address the
topic of ownership responsibility in The Lakelands Community Association
(LCA). By choosing to live in The Lakelands, we all accept a higher level of ownership rights and responsibilities than those you might have in a neighborhood
without an HOA.
There are three ways to maintain your investment: get actively involved, stay
informed, and trust others to do the right thing for The Lakelands. Being involved
takes time which is a premium for everyone from our paid staff to our volunteers.
While not everyone can give his or her time to a committee or event, we do need
everyone to be aware of what is going on.
Because many residents are not able to make the time commitment to be
involved in the LCA, Management, the LCA Board and our committees are dedicated to open communication with residents through as many means as possible.
The Lakelands Leader that you are now reading is full of valuable information
about the business of this neighborhood. We also produce a monthly flyer distributed to all residents individually by our dedicated block captains. The Lakelands
web site is updated throughout the month with news and information to help everyone be aware of community news, regardless of the time they may have to volunteer
within the LCA. There are some instances in which we reach out even more to residents through first-class letters, if necessary.
We'd love for each and every resident to be actively involved in the LCA, but we recognize that not everyone can make the time. However, I encourage you to take responsibility for the investment you made in The Lakelands when you chose to move here, in
any way that you can.
Being aware and occasionally involved can help save the LCA money. We are all partners and investors, and it is our responsibility to ensure our neighborhood maintains its
value and perception as a model community.
The LCA, for its part, can always do a better job communicating with residents. We
are always open to ideas and suggestions. Your input and ideas can help us make decisions that will not need to be changed later.
Please get involved. It is a great return on your investment. L
May 2005
Tickets on Sale Now for
House & Garden Tour
By Judy Hubbard
B
e sure to mark June 11 on your calendars-the day of the fourth
Kentlands House and Garden Tour. This event, jointly sponsored
by the Kentlands Community Foundation and the Kentlands
Garden Club, is not to be missed. The homes will be opened to ticketed
visitors from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. The eight homes and gardens on the
tour provide a representative sample of homes in the neighborhood.
Visitors will have an opportunity to visit single-family homes, a town home, a
cottage, a condominium and a variety of garden styles. Each home is unique,
with elegant decorating styles that reflect the lives and interests of the owners.
Some of the homes include artwork of local Kentlands artists. Several homes
boast antiques in traditional settings, while another graciously incorporates contemporary style with bold colors in the children's area and an Italian tile floor
in the kitchen. Another homeowner chose to decorate with soft, relaxing pastels throughout the main living area. The structure of one home formerly served
as the official "Gate House" to the Tschiffely Estate-and has been transformed
into a lovely home with a great room and an open modern kitchen.
Gardens abound in the Kentlands community, and those that are part of the
tour this year are truly exceptional. A hanging fountain and a rock garden grace
one garden; another contains a wall fountain, dogwoods, and a big bird house; one
circular garden is actually the remains of a crypt on the former Kent property. All
of the gardens provide plenty of color during spring, summer, and fall, using both
perennials and annuals as well as greenery.
Exhibits and artist studios at the historic Gaithersburg Arts Barn exhibits will be
open to the public during the event. In addition, buses will be available at designated points within the Kentlands to transport visitors from one site to another.
Several parking areas will also be designated.
Tickets may be purchased in advance for $12 online at www.kentlands.org or at the following Kentlands locations: Coldwell Banker Kentlands, England Custom Furniture Direct, Long & Foster - Kentlands,
MainStreet Home and Garden, O'Donnell's Restaurant, Kentlands
Clubhouse, and the Gaithersburg Arts Barn.
The day of the tour, tickets will be available for $15 at the Kentlands Carriage
House, the Kentlands Clubhouse, on the Tour Bus, or in the Lobby at 120 Chevy
Chase Street. L
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The Official Newspaper of Lakelands
LCA
Board of Directors
Jim Wakefield
President
[email protected]
Mark Ezrin
Vice President
[email protected]
Lake Coulson
Secretary
[email protected]
Pat McCalley
Treasurer
[email protected]
By Andrea Escher
No Trash Service on Memorial Day
Please do not place your trash out for pick-up on Monday, May
30. It is a federal holiday and Waste Management will not provide
service. Trash service will resume on Thursday, June 2. Therefore,
if you are planning to go out of town, DO NOT put your trash
cans out before you leave. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
Need A Pool/Guest Pass?
If you lost your pool pass/Clubhouse access card or if you are
new to the community, please be sure to stop by the CMI onsite
management office on the 2nd floor to get your pass before the
pool opens. Access to the pool/fitness room is restricted and you
must have a Datawatch access card to gain entry. One access card
is issued to each home in the community free of charge. If you
require additional cards or have lost your card, there is a $12.00
fee. Access cards will only be issued during normal business hours
Monday-Friday from
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from the management office.
Pool Toys Available
The Lakelands Community Association in cooperation with
Century Pools will once again set out the community pool toy bin
Jed Tonelson
Yet Another Gazette Reminder
The piles of daily newspapers and Gazette's in the alleyways are
once again becoming a bit overwhelming. Please, we ask you to take
a moment and throw
the newspapers in the
trash. Obviously if
they are lying in the
alley for days, residents are not reading
them. We also ask residents to please remove the flyers left on front doors as well. Let us
all do our part to help keep Lakelands beautiful and litter free!
Are You New to Lakelands?
Welcome! Please take a moment to stop by the Lakelands clubhouse on Main Street to pick up your copy of the Lakelands
Leader, phone directory, Clubhouse access card, and any additional information you may need to help you easily transition to
your new home in Lakelands. Just a quick FYI: trash is removed
on Monday and Thursday, and recycling is collected on Thursday.
To obtain a recycling bin, please contact the City of Gaithersburg
at 301-258-6370. For more information about life in Lakelands,
please contact the on-site management team at 240-631-8338.
Participate in the Playgroup
The Lakelands playgroup continues to meet every Thursday
from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the green room of the Lakelands clubhouse. This is a great opportunity for tots of all ages to gather for
some playtime fun and the chance for parents to enjoy adult conversation. The playgroup is open to all Lakelands residents and
more tiny tots are encouraged to join the group. Stop by the clubhouse, or contact playgroup coordinator Nora Fitzpatrick at
[email protected] or 301-208-1632.
Member at Large
[email protected]
MANAGEMENT
CMI
Debbie Durham
240-631-8338
[email protected]
EDITOR & ADVERTISING
MANAGER
Andrea Escher
301-519-1678
[email protected]
CONTRIBUTORS/WRITERS
Jeff Escher
Beverly Frey
Carrie Halpert
Judy Hubbard
Christopher Johnson
Flora Kessler
Judy Mills
Genie Tillisch
Lori Wakefield
for use by all children of the Lakelands community. The suggestion for the bin was made last year by Lakelands residents and
proved a great success for some top-notch pool fun. We encourage
all Lakelands parents to donate at least one pool toy to the bin
this summer to keep lots of variety. Remember, the bin is for
everyone to share! Thanks and enjoy those toys!
The Lakelands Leader is the monthly, published means of communicating information of itnerest to Lakelands residents. It
does not espouse any political belief or
endorse any product or service. Articles and
letters submitted for publication must be
signed and may be edited for length and content. CMI and the LCA do not endorse the
products or services advertised herein, nor
are they responsible for any claims made by
advertisers. The Leader is published by the
Association, which is responsible for form,
content and policies.
LAYOUT & DESIGN
Cristina Strigel
703-777-7676
PRINTING
Silver Communications
www.silver-com.com
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May 2005
Bridge Club Continues
teens, the other equipment is clearly geared for out little Lakelanders. If you notice
a teenager playing on equipment geared for a small child, please remind them they
are for tots, not teens! Thanks in advance for your cooperation!
May Lakelands Board Meeting
The Lakelands Community Association Board of Directors will conduct their monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will take place on the
2nd floor of the Lakelands Clubhouse. We hope to see you there! L
If bridge is your game, why not join these neighbors during a meeting of the Lakelands
Bridge Club? The Bridge Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Red room at the
Lakelands Clubhouse. From beginner to expert, all levels of players are welcome to join
the fun. We hope to see you there!
Tot Lots Are for Tots!
A reminder to all parents of teenage children in the community: please remind your
teens the tot lots are designed for small children and tots. Recently parents have
noticed teenagers utilizing play equipment at the various tot lots intended for small
tots and children. While the swings may be the only suitable play equipment for
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May 2005
Design Review Committee Meeting, 7:15 p.m. 2nd floor of the
Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact Eric Kessler at emkessler@
comcast.net for more information.
Meet & Greet Safety Discussion with Sgt. William White, 7:00 p.m. at the
Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact Katherine Gilbert via e-mail at
[email protected] for more information.
Community Relations Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of the
Clubhouse. Contact Katherine Gilbert via e-mail at katherine_gilbert@
hotmail.com for more information.
Lakelands Playgroup, meets every Thursday 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Green Room at the Lakelands Clubhouse. For more information, please
contact Nora Fitzpatrick at [email protected] or call 301-208-1632.
Communications Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of the
Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact Kerri Donnelly for more information at
[email protected].
Deadline for submissions for the Lakelands flyer.
Contact [email protected].
Facilities Committee, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of Lakelands Clubhouse, contact
Scott Fischthal at [email protected] or 301-963-2308.
Deadline for contributions & advertisements for the Lakelands Leader.
Budget & Finance Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of the
Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact Peter Frey at [email protected] for more
information.
Environmental & Beautification Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of
Clubhouse. Contact Bev Frey at [email protected] for more information.
Lakelands Tennis Social, 1:00-3:30 p.m. at the Lakelands Tennis Courts.
Contact Brian Fankhauser at 301-948-3116.
Social Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of the Lakelands
Clubhouse. Contact Judy Mills at [email protected] or 240-683-0125.
City Council in the Communities Meeting & LCA Board of Directors Meeting,
7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of the Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact the Lakelands
Clubhouse for further information at 240-631-8338.
Deadline for Design Review Applications. Please contact the on-site
management office at 240-631-8338 for an application.
Lakelands Happy Hour Social, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lakelands Clubhouse.
Contact [email protected] for more details.
Lakelands Pool Opening Party - 12:00 p.m. at the Lakelands pool.
Pool pass required. Please contact [email protected] for more details.
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news&events
Celebrate Mother’s Day at the
Kentlands Mansion
Combine a delectable meal with a musical
tribute for an extra special treat that is sure
to please every mom this Mother's Day.
Back by popular demand, the City of
Gaithersburg is hosting a Mother's Day
Brunch, Sunday, May 8, 2005, at the
Kentlands Mansion, 320 Kent Square
Road. There will be two brunch seatings, one at 10:30 a.m. and one at 1
p.m. A dinner seating at 4 p.m. has also
been added.
Always A Sensation, accompanied by
the melodic piano sounds of Ken
Carpentier, will cater meals.
Follow up the 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
brunches by attending "Let's Hear it for
Mother Love," a special performance by
Steve Little & Friends at the adjacent Arts
Barn. The 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. concerts pay
tribute to moms and their children in a festive
celebration of Mother's Day.
The cost for the 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. brunches is $20 for adults, $19 for senior citizens (55 and older),
and $10 for children ages three to 10. The cost for dinner is $25 for adults, $24 for
seniors and $15 for children. Reservations are required, and seating is family style
with groups of four, six, eight or ten at a table. If you book as a group, you will be
seated as a group. Smaller parties will be seated together. The Mansion does not
have high chairs or booster seats.
Concert-only tickets are $8 for City residents and $10 for nonresidents. A $1 per person discount will be offered to those dining at the Mansion.
For brunch, information and reservations please call 301-258-6425 or email
[email protected]. For concert information, please call 301-258-6394 or email
[email protected].
Dump It! Or Donate It!
On May 14, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Mary Charters & Associates, affiliated with Keller Williams Team Realty, along with Village Settlements, Inc. will host
"Dump It! Or Donate It!". We want to help you with your spring cleaning project! Bring
your items down to Mary Charters & Associates' office on the corner of Inspiration and
Main in the Kentlands between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. We will have a
dumpster to take your items to be dumped and a truck from American Rescue Workers
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to take your donations. We will only have a maximum of two dumpster and two trucks.
Please get here early - first come, first served! THE FOLLOWING ITEMS CANNOT
BE ACCEPTED: tires, paint, waterbeds, food, floor model TV's, empty paint cans, exercise equipment, chemicals, encyclopedias, appliances, or anything that contains refrigerant (refrigerator, air conditioners, etc.). Call Mary Charters & Associates at (301) 5905500 for more information.
What’s Happening with the Kentlands Community Foudation?
BABY SITTING COOP
Interested in joining (15) other area families in a baby sitting cooperative
based in the Kentlands\Lakelands neighborhood? Please join us at the
Kentlands Carriage House Saturday April 16th at 4:00 pm for an organizational meeting. Questions? Please call Alex Stavitsky at 240.246-1645.
KENTLANDS\LAKELANDS 5K RACE
Come join us as we plan the 12th Annual
5K Race, set for Saturday, September 3rd.
There are still a few openings for Race
Committee positions, so grab a friend and join
us! Next Meeting: Monday, May 2nd from 8-9
pm at the Kentlands Club House.
1ST ANNUAL KENTLANDS\LAKELANDS
DOG SHOW
Yes, a dog show is being planned now for late September
on the Village Green next to the Arts Barn. Got some good
ideas? Contact the Foundation and join the Committee!
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
If you or someone you know would be interested in serving on the
Foundation's Board of Directors, please contact Clyde Horton at [email protected] or contact the Foundation directly.
As a non-profit and philanthropic 501(c )3 organization, the Kentlands Community
Foundation's mission is three-fold: To promote the cultural arts in our community, provide opportunities for volunteerism, and serve as an educational resource on the principles of new urbanism and smart growth. The Foundation's goal is to help connect individuals and families in ways that enhance everyday life and encourage civic involvement.
All programs are open to the public, and volunteers are always welcome. For more information or to learn about lending a hand, contact the Foundation office at
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May 2005
Lakelands
Board of
Directors
Awarded
for
5K Race
Generosity
By Andrea Escher
T
he Lakelands Board of Directors
received an award of thanks from the
Kentlands Community Foundation
for their generous donation to the 2004
Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Race.
The award, presented by Kentlands
Community Foundation Manager Bridget
Ryder, thanked the community for helping
to contribute to the Dolores C. Swoyer
Photo Courtesy: Jennifer Coulson
The Lakelands Board of Directors graciously accepts the 2004 5K Race award from
Kentlands Community Foundation's 5K Race Committee member John Axley and
Foundation Manager Bridget Ryder.
Scholarship fund. The program, which
received more than $10,000 in funds, will
give
underprivileged
youth
in
Gaithersburg the opportunity to enjoy a
summer of learning and activities at a local
camp. Way to go Lakelands!
The Lakelands Leader has learned, the
12th annual Kentlands/Lakelands 5K
Race will be held on Saturday, September
5th. So mark those calendars and read the
Lakelands Leader throughout the summer
for more details. L
assignmenteducation
Quince O rchard M iddle S chool # 2
Soon T o B e H ome o f t he F alcons!
The votes are counted and the students have spoken. The official mascot of the
Quince Orchard Middle School #2 is the falcon and the school will dawn the colors of
navy blue and silver. Thanks to everyone who participated in the online survey!
The Quince Orchard Middle School #2 naming committee met in mid April to
discuss and vote on the three names selected for consideration for the new middle
school in Lakelands. The majority of votes were for Lakelands Park Middle School.
It is anticipated the naming committee will formally recommend the name of
Lakelands Park Middle School to the Board of Education for approval by May 10,
2005. Stay tuned!
Rachel C arson P repares f or 3 rd
Annual V ariety S how
This year Rachel Carson will hold its third annual variety show at the Quince
Orchard High School auditorium on Friday, May 6th at 7:00 p.m. The theme of the
show is Almost Summer. This full-scale production will include a variety of acts featuring Rachel Carson students and staff members. We hope to see you there!
Did Y ou M iss K indergarten
Orientation?
If you have a child who will turn five years old by September 30, 2005, and you
have not yet registered your child for Rachel Carson, please call Barbara Feeter,
attendance secretary, at 301-840-5333 to register. If you have a neighbor with a child
who will be five years old by September 30, please ask him/her to call Mrs. Feeter
to register his/her child. It is extremely important to have an accurate count of
anticipated kindergarten students for next year. Thank you in advance! L
POOLL PAR
RTY Continued from page 1
addition to the food and fun, a local DJ will be spinning the summer's hottest music
hits. So, get down, get funky and get ready for some great fun in the sun.
Knowing the Lakelands Social Committee, there is sure to be lots of surprises,
unexpected games for the kids, and most likely a huge blow-up pool toy. You will not
want to miss it! This event will be held rain or shine. In the event of rain, the party
will move indoors, so that everyone can enjoy the cookout, indoor-type fun, games,
and music.
We hope to see you there ready to kick off another fun-filled season of hot summer fun in Lakelands. L
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Social Committee Update
By Judy Mills, Social Committee Chair
LAS VEGAS NIGHT: ELVIS IS MISSING! SO IS FRANK! Why you may be asking yourself?
Well, most of you may already know the long awaited Las Vegas Night was suddenly cancelled on April 13 due to minimal response. The social committee worked diligently
planning, reserving, advertising, and recruiting sponsors right up to the very last minute,
but we ultimately realized the community interest did not warrant the expense. In the
meantime, we have rescheduled the event for November 5, 2005 in hopes more residents
will take part in the fun.
FAMILY NIGHT: Effective immediately, Lakelands Family Nights will switch to a tri-annual
schedule. The first of three family nights is scheduled for Saturday, September 11, followed
by January 14, 2006, and tentatively May 2006. The events will be held earlier in the evening
beginning at 5:30 p.m. to accommodate the younger members of our community. A light
dinner fare such as pizza will be followed by an event appropriate for most age groups. The
family night will last from 1 - 2 hours depending upon the activity.
FAMILY FITNESS NIGHT:
About 25 Lakelands
youngsters of all ages from
toddler to twelve enjoyed
an evening of fun and fitness.They walked through
the "Jungle" learning
about nutrition, food
labels, physical fitness,
and good eating habits.
The students of Montgomery College's Health
and Fitness class did a
fine job teaching and
entertaining our youngsters with the help of their
Professor!! Thanks to all
who came out to join in
the fun.
Photo Courtesy: Jim Wakefield
As always, the social
committee appreciates
your participation and
feedback. The social committee is your committee!
These Lakelands gals stopped by for a
fun evening of Family Fitness in April!
Your ideas and assistance
at activities is always welcome. Please email [email protected] with any ideas or suggestions for future events.
The committee meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday from 7pm - 9pm in the 2nd floor
conference room at the Clubhouse. No invitation is required as your ideas and support
is always appreciated.
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SOCIAL COMMITTEE
UPCOMING EVENTS
Calling All Lakelands Empty Nesters
J
oin your friends and
neighbors on Sunday,
August 14, 2005 as
Lakelanders head to the
Kennedy Center to enjoy an
evening of Hairspray (the musical). This
event is open to all Lakelands empty
nesters! You do not need to be a member
of the Lakelands Empty Nesters Club to
purchase tickets.
A group discount for tickets have been
purchased with seats in Center
Orchestra, rows 4 & 5. A minimum
of 20 Lakelands empty nesters is
needed to attend. Interested residents
should contact Leslie Weightman at
[email protected] or call
301-258-1058 to purchase tickets.
HAPPY HOUR RETURNS
Friday, May 27 - 6pm - 8pm
The Pool Opening Kick-off is
scheduled for Saturday, May 28. Egan
Barbecues will be on-site to provide an
old fashioned cookout of hot dogs,
hamburgers, veggie burgers, and all
the trimmings. Noodles & Co will
sponsor this event.
Food will be served promptly at
noon at the basketball courts until it
is gone. We will have all your favorite
tunes playing and lots of fun and
games planned for the kids, with a
few surprises throughout the day.
This event will be held rain or shine.
In the event of rain, we will move
indoors so that we can still enjoy the
cookout, indoor-type fun, games, and
music!! You pool pass is required for
admission. Bon Appetite!
SINGLES HAPPY HOUR
Friday, June 10, 2005,
6:30- 8:30 pm
Please come to the Singles Happy
Hour sponsored by the Social
Committee. Join us for a casual Friday
night in the Red Room at the
Clubhouse, as singles of all ages get to
know each other. We will have icebreaker games and of course beer,
wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and
hors d'oeuvres provided by Whole
Foods Market. If you are interested in
attending, please RSVP by June 6,
2005 by calling 240-631-8338. We
hope to see you there.
May 2005
s
TICKETS FOR HAIRSPRAY (the musical)
Sunday, August 14
7:30 p.m.
The Kennedy Center
Checks should be made payable to Leslie Weightman in the
amount of $77.21 per ticket and should be delivered to the
Lakelands Clubhouse or 702 Turtle Pond Lane. Please call Leslie
before you bring the checks to her home or if you have any questions. Checks should be post dated for May 20, 2005. Although
the checks will be held until May 20, tickets will be reserved on a
first come, first serve basis. We hope to see you there.
Hairspray (the musical) is the winner of eight 2003 Tony
Awards ®, including Best Musical. As the New York Times says,
"If life were everything it should be, it would be more like
Hairspray. It's irresistible!" L
environmental &beautificationupdate
By Beverly Frey
pring has arrived in Lakelands! Trees have blossomed and
the daffodils and tulips have popped up around the community for all to enjoy. The Environmental and
Beautification Committee in conjunction with the City of
Gaithersburg's Green Week sponsored a community cleanup day
in April. To all those who worked so hard to make this day a success, thank you. Volunteers helped to clear dead trees, invasive
plants, and trash from the stream banks and lakes. The city provided plants and trees, which were planted at Still Creek Lane and
Stone Mason Woods. Unfortunately, the cleanup also revealed
the fact that the woods in our community are being used for
dumping unwanted items. The volunteers cleared away discarded
plants, stones, grass clippings, and trash - all items that can and
should be placed in the weekly trash pickup.
In recognition of the Community Clean Up Project in April
2004, the Environmental Committee recently received an award
from the City of Gaithersburg for the plantings and clean-up at
Lake Varuna. It is an accomplishment to be proud of, and
demonstrates what can be done if we all work together!
The landscape improvements continued, with work recently
completed at Main Street Commons. Four wooden benches will
be installed in this area, additionally enhancing this open green
space. During the next month, landscape work will begin at
Kersten Street Tot Lot, and limited areas at Chestnut Hills Park.
Many of the planting designs were based on recommendations
from residents to the EBC, such as the shade tree that will be
planted at the Tot Lot at Chestnut Hills Park, and the hedge that
will soften the fencing at the tennis courts. A bit of history for
new residents, in 2003, the HOA Board retained a landscape
architect to design approximately 18 green spaces throughout the
community. In April 2004, the landscape architect presented
these designs to the HOA Board and homeowners at an open
forum, discussing concerns and questions about the designs. The
plans were made available to all homeowners for review, and in
August 2004, the Board of Directors approved this project.
Implementation began that fall. To date, work has been completed at Market Street East Commons, Phelps Street Tot Lot, Sheila
Street Commons, and this spring, Main Street Commons. The
plans for future areas are available at the management office located on the second floor of the clubhouse. The EBC encourages all
residents to take the time to review the site plans and encourages
residents to attend the EBC meetings. As residents of the community, we all benefit from these landscape improvements.
Lakelands continues to be a wonderful place to enjoy life! L
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Parents, Do You Know Where Your Children Are Riding?
Important Information about
Motorized Scooters in the Community
By Officer Christopher Johnson, Montgomery County Police Department
W
ith the weather warming up and
school about to end, there has been
an
increasing
number
of
electric/gas powered "scooters" driving on
the roads and sidewalks of the Lakelands
community As a parent and a law enforcement officer, I want to remind all parents
and children that scooters are NOT legal to
be driven on public roads or sidewalks. They
are for use on private property only with permission of the owner/agent.
I recently saw a child driving a gas powered vehicle, which resembled a small motorcycle, up a community street pulling another
child on a skateboard. I think we can all
agree this poses a hazard to both the children and the other people in the area. I have
attached the appropriate section of
Maryland Vehicle Law and the fine and
points associated with the charges. I have
reviewed these sections with a Chief District
Court Judge, an Assistant Attorney General
for the State of Maryland and an Assistant
States Attorney for Montgomery County.
All parties were in agreement that there are
no exceptions which provide for these motor
vehicles to be operated on a public street or
sidewalk. Please understand the intent of
this article is to educate the parents and
children of these regulations.
After a recent discussion with many parents I found that most people were told
when they purchased the vehicles that they
were legal for use on the street. They are
"motor vehicles" by definition under the
Maryland Vehicle Law and subject to rules
and regulations accordingly. Again, they
are for use on private property ONLY.
Potential Fines Your Child or You Could
Face if Caught by Police:
Section: 21-1
1103. Driving on a Sidewalk.
(a) Driving prohibited. - Except as provided
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in section (b) or (c) of this section, a
person may not drive any vehicle on a
sidewalk or sidewalk area unless it is a
permanent or authorized temporary
driveway.
(b) Exceptions - Bicycles, play vehicles, etc.
(1) For purposes of this subsection,
"bicycle" does not include a
"moped", as defined in 11-134.1 of
this article.
(2) Where permitted by local ordinance,
a person may ride a bicycle, play
vehicle, or unicycle on a sidewalk or
sidewalk area.
(c) Same - Special vehicles of individuals
with disabilities persons. - Where permitted by local ordinance, an individual with a disability may use a special
vehicle on sidewalks or sidewalk areas
from one-half hour after sunrise to onehalf hour before sunset.
(Note: Play vehicle is defined in 21-101(i) as
"propelled only by human power.")
FINE: $55.00 / 1 point
Section: 16-3
304 Causing or Permitting
Unauthorized Minor to Drive.
(b) Knowingly permitting certain minors
to drive. - A person may not knowingly
permit the person's child or ward
under the age of 15 to drive a motor
vehicle on any highway:
(1) If the minor is not authorized by
this title to drive; or
(2) Otherwise in violation of any of the
provisions of this title.
FINE: $2755.00 / 5 points
Section: 13-4
402 Vehicles Subject to
Registration.
(a) General rule. - (1) Except as otherwise
provided in this section or elsewhere in
the Maryland Vehicle Law, each motor
continued on facing page
May 2005
Shaare Torah Celebrates Groundbreaking
Rentals T urn C ondos
Colonnade at Kentlands
Prepares for Debut
“Building a Home for
Our Community,
Our Children,
Our Future”
T
By Andrea Escher
he Shaare Torah congregation moved
one step closer to the reality of their new
synagogue facility in Lakelands. Members
gathered at the site of the future synagogue
on Main Street on Sunday, April 17. It was
a beautiful day for a ground breaking ceremony as more than fifty Shaare Torah members, residents of Lakelands and city officials broke ground for the start of construction of the synagogue.
Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal thanked
everyone for attending the ceremony and
commented that without the generous
support of the community and congregation members, the groundbreaking
would not have become a reality.
Congratulations to Shaare Torah upon
this major milestone. A special thank you to
everyone who attended the groundbreaking, and for
showing community
support. L
Lakelands Safety Discussion
SCOOTEERS Continued from previous page
vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, and pole trailer driven on a highway shall be registered under this subtitle.
(Note: Motor vehicle is defined in 11- 135(a)(1) as "self propelled.")
FINE: $2755.00 / 0 points
Section 16-1
101 Drivers Must Be Licensed.
(a) In general. - An individual may not drive or attempt to drive a motor vehicle on
any highway in this state unless:
(1) The individual holds a driver's license issued under this title;
(2) The individual is expressly exempt from the licensing requirements of this
title; or
(3) The individual otherwise is specifically authorized to drive vehicles of the
class that the individual is driving or attempting to drive.
FINE: $3155.00 / 5
This article was previously printed in the July 2004 edition of The Lakelands Leader. L
Gaithersburg Mayor
Sidney Katz and
Councilmember
Geri Edens joined the
proud members of the
Shaare Torah synagogue
for the ground breaking
dedication on April 17.
Photo Courtesy: Barbara McGowen
T
he pace of construction has picked up at
the corner of Booth Street and Quince
Orchard Road. Residents have been waiting
patiently for the grand opening of the
Archstone apartment complex known as
Westchester at Kentlands. However, rumor
has it documents are preparing to be signed
for the transfer of the property from apartments to condominiums. They will soon to
be known as Colonnade at Kentlands. The
"for sale" condominiums will be converted
from apartments within the coming weeks.
A local real estate agent has already been
introducing herself as the Director of
Marketing and has confirmed one of the
store fronts at the site will be used as a sales
office. So if you know of anyone in the market to purchase a condominium within the
Kentlands, stay tuned. L
Sgt. William White To Host Meeting on May 3
By Carrie Halpert
T
he Community Relations Committee invites all Lakelands residents to meet Sgt.
William White of the City of Gaithersburg Police Department on Tuesday, May 3,
at 7:00 p.m. in the Green Room of the Clubhouse.
We encourage residents to join the Lakelands Board of Directors in welcoming Sgt.
White to the community as our new Community Services Officer. Sgt. White will discuss
crime prevention and how to keep our neighborhood safe. He will also discuss how to contact the police, report suspicious activity and what services the police department offers. This
is a perfect opportunity to ask questions about the recent vandalism and future plans for
patrols of the neighborhood now that the new park and school are near completion.
Refreshments will be served.
If you have any questions, please contact Katherine Gilbert, Community Relations
Committee Chair, at [email protected]. We hope to see you there. L
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of his patients, allows him to properly diagnose and then recommend the best course of
treatment. This specialized attention affords Dr. Sherman a better understanding of each
patient's needs.
As a resident of Lakelands, with his wife Justine and young daughter Madison, Dr.
Sherman looks forward to serving as the Lakelands podiatrist, playing an integral role in
the Gaithersburg community for many years to come.
Active F amily C hiropractic Opens
This M onth
D
By Andrea Escher
Sherman Relocates
Kentlands Foot
& Ankle
L
akelands neighbor Jon M. Sherman,
DPM, a podiatrist, and owner of
Kentlands Foot & Ankle, opened the doors
to his new office, located at 60 Market
Street, Suite 202 in late March.
Gaithersburg City Council Vice President
Henry F. Marraffa, Jr. (pictured below) cut
the ribbon to mark the official opening.
Dr. Sherman graduated from the Temple
University School of Podiatric Medicine. He
has been practicing podiatry for over seven
Jon M. Sherman, DPM, Lakelands podiatrist,
years, specializing in family foot and ankle
opened the doors to his new office, located at
care, chronic heel pain, and sports medicine.
60 Market Street, Suite 202. Gaithersburg
He participates and sponsors many annual City Council Vice President Henry F. Marraffa,
Gaithersburg events such as the Kentlands 5K Jr. cut the ribbon to mark the official opening.
run and Oktoberfest. He also provides free
foot screenings at many local businesses including Curves, IBM, and National Institute
of Standards and Technologies.
Dr. Sherman's philosophy is to treat each patient as an individual, not as a number.
His professional, warm friendly manner and willingness to spend quality time with each
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r. Greg Swistak is among the first
businesses opening in the new
Kentlands Place office building near
Lowes. Dr. Swistak is a chiropractor
specializing in neck and back pain,
headaches, sports injuries and
fibromyalgia (fully body pain syndrome). As the name of his practice
suggests he will be treating patients of
all ages from infants to senior citizens.
Dr. Swistak is a graduate of the Palmer
College of Chiropractic and has been
in practice since 1997. He is moving
his office from its current location in
Germantown and is excited to get
Dr. Greg and the Swistak family cannot wait to see
involved in the Kentlands/Lakelands
you at their new Kentlands location.
community. Active Family Chiropractic
is located at 60 Market Street, Suite 215 and is expected to open this month. Morning,
afternoon, and evening appointments will be available and initial consultations are free.
For more information or to schedule an appointment call 301-963-8333.
Doughboys Declares B runch
I
n April, Doughboys Café will be serving a Sunday Brunch. Look for a special menu of
simple, healthy brunch items from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Sunday. The signature
item on the menu will be frittatas, open-faced omelets. Many varieties of frittatas will be
available combining ingredients such as spinach, a variety of fresh cheeses, roasted red
peppers, spicy ham, sausage, steak, asparagus, capers, calamata olives and more. A selection of paninis and salads will also be available on the brunch menu. Brunch paninis are
made with egg, cheese, and your choice of ham, bacon, steak, or roasted vegetables. A
salmon panini will also be available. Salads include cobb salad, fruit salad, tuna salad, and
a poached egg and greens salad. All items on the menu will be made using the finest produce, meats, dairy, and grain products. Owner Ali Bageri says they also offer specialty
drinks such as mimosas and sangria.
May 2005
Fleet F eet
Running Y our W ay
L
akelands runners and walkers will
no longer have to go all the way to
Rockville or Bethesda when they need
top-of-the-line athletic equipment. Fleet
Feet Sports Gaithersburg will be opening this spring in the new Kentlands
Place building. This specialty franchise
will offer high quality shoes, apparel
and accessories as well as expert fitting
for runners, joggers, walkers, and fitness seekers. Owners Chris and Robyn
Gault are avid runners and are enthusiastic about their first retail venture.
HAPPY B IRTHDAY!
H
appy
belated
birthday wishes
to Madison Wakefield
of Featherstone Street.
Madison was busy celebrating her 6th birthday on April 7. We
hope you had a great
birthday and received lots of presents.
H
appy
belated
birthday wishes
to Jeremy Lahn of
Shelia Street. Jeremy
celebrated his 2nd
birthday on April 23
with a party full of family and friends. We hope you had a great
birthday!
The store will carry shoes from Adidas,
Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New Balance,
Nike and Saucony, and apparel and
accessories from many of these vendors
as well as Balega, Babyjogger,
Champion, Garmin, Hind, Life is
Good, Moving Comfort, Sugoi, Timex,
Ultimate Direction, Wrightsocks and
many others. "We are focused on providing a personal fit for footwear and
apparel (including women's sports bras)
because we believe it is so important in
preventing injury and enhancing the
overall athletic experience," said Chris.
Fleet Feet will be located at 68 Market
Street and can be reached at
301-926-6442.
May 2005
who’snews
It’s a
Girl!
C
ongratulations to Ken and
Seema Schappelle of Leaning
Oak Street upon the birth of their
first child, baby girl Kaya Rose
Schappelle. Kaya was born on
January 14, 2005 weighing 7 lbs, 3
oz. and 20.5 inches long. We congratulate them on their new arrive and wish
them all the best.
Kentlands/Lakelands
Debuts Daisy Troop
H
appy birthday to
Riley Smith of
Linslade Street. Riley
will be celebrating his
2nd birthday on May
11th. We hope you
have a terrific birthday and enjoy those presents!
H
appy birthday
wishes to Julie
Blitz of Featherstone
Street. Julie will celebrate her 4th birthday on May 31st. She
is looking forward to
a fun party with all of her friends and
family. Have a great birthday Julie!
C
ongratulations to the new Lakelands/Kentlands Daisy Troop #398. Members are:
Emma Allnut, Emma Cohen-Dumani, Hannah Godsey, Anna Goorevich, Victoria
Hamilton, Dylan Kearney, Rachel Messer, Bianca Parisotto, Hannah Pearlstein,
Brooke Savell, Abby Smith, Madison Wakefield, and Madison Warner.
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TEENNIIS Continued from page 1
drills, and social/competitive games.
Come meet your neighbors and tennis
players of all levels. Additional information
regarding available tennis programs will be
discussed. The cost to participate is $10.00,
so be sure to register on or before May 15,
2005. The cost after May 15 will be
$20.00. Call 301-948-3116 to register.
Fankhauser says tennis clinics will be
available throughout the summer for both
children and adults. Private lessons as well
as group lessons will be available beginning
June 9. Please turn to page 13 for a full listing of class descriptions, summer session
dates, and fees.
If you have questions regarding the
tennis program, or would like to register
for the summer sessions or the tennis
social, please contact Brian Fankhauser
at 301-948-3116. L
May 2005
Lakelands Park Dedication
Set for June
By Andrea Escher
T
he city of Gaithersburg has
announced a dedication ceremony complete with a day full of
fun for Lakelands Park. Join the
city of Gaithersburg on Saturday,
June 18, 2005 beginning at 11:00
a.m.
Softball tournaments will take
place with various Gaithersburg
homeowners association's competing against each other. So, get ready to batter up and be prepared for some serious softball action at the park. More details regarding sign up and registration for the tournament will be included in the June Lakelands Leader and Lakelands flyer.
A moon bounce, face painting, and other demonstrations will be available for the
kids as well as other activities for the whole family to enjoy. We hope to see you there. L
Calling all preschool, kindergarten,
elementary, middle, high school
and college graduates!
The Lakelands Leader would like
to feature your 2005 graduate in
the June issue.
Send us a
photo of your
graduate and
all the details to
[email protected]
or call Andrea
at 301-519-1678.
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Kids T-Shirt Design Contest
Winning Design Goes on 5K Race T-Shirt!
K
ids of all ages (up to 18) are invited
to send in a drawing for an art contest sponsored by the Kentlands
Community Foundation. The winning
design will go on the official race T-shirt
for the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K and Kid's
Fun Run. The winning artist will also
receive a $50 cash prize!
There will also be $25 cash prizes for
the winner of each of the following age
groups: 5 yrs. & under, 6-8 yrs, 9-11 yrs, 1215 yrs, and 16-18 yrs. In addition, ALL
entries will be displayed at the post-race
expo! You don't have to live in Kentlands
or Lakelands to enter.
Contest Instructions
This year's race will be run on
September 3, 2005, and the theme is
FALL INTO FITNESS. We are looking for
designs that best represent this theme with
images of autumn/fall, fitness and running, and friendship. Let's see all the great
ideas our kids can create!
All drawings must be received by
Monday, June 6, 2005. Drawings must be
in marker (up to 4 colors - think fall colors!) on 8 ½ X 11 inch white paper. The
artist's name, age and phone number must
be printed on the back of the drawing.
Drawings can be mailed to: 5K T-Shirt
Contest,
Kentlands
Community
Foundation, 267 Kentlands Blvd, P.M.B.
200, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 OR
you may drop off your designs in the
Kentlands Community Foundation's mailbox at the Kentlands Clubhouse. Judging
will take place in June and the winners will
be announced in July.
Questions? Contact the Foundation
office
at
301.926.6636
or
[email protected].
Note: All designs become the property of the
Kentlands Community Foundation and will
not be returned. Winners will be presented cash
prizes at the Race Expo on Race Day, but need
not be present to win. L
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May 2005
gardengate
By Genie Tillisch
Garden
Investments
M
ayday … the birds are singing, the
bees are buzzing, the lawnmowers
humming, the pansies wilting.
Summer comes early to our mid-Atlantic
gardens most years. Although, a late frost
cannot be ruled out, it is extremely unlikely.
The garden centers and nurseries are
doing a brisk business as inveterate gardeners have already made numerous trips
to stock their potting bench with mulch,
soil, tools, and new gloves. Many others
who dabble in the art of gardening have
already purchased their annuals, hanging
baskets, and tropical (tender) perennials to
add color, texture, and interest to everything from front porches and patios to
backyard beds.
If you have been garden shopping, you
are well aware that any cart filled with
these mouth watering items can set you
back a pretty penny. Some folks have a
large annual budget devoted to what
amounts to a single-season, disposable purchase. It always amazes me how easy it is to
spend hundreds of dollars on plants that
will take the "ugly" prize by first frost (and
the "dead as a doornail" prize soon thereafter). I also admit guilt in succumbing to
the temptation of all those tropical beauties … who could resist?
However, for the sake of your garden,
you should resist just a tad. Say you spend
$100 (or $1000) on begonias, soil amendments, and mulch every May. If you spent
½ or even ¼ of that annual money on a
flowering shrub, you would have something of beauty for many years, a worthy
investment. Woody plants provide aesthetic interest, food, and shelter for wildlife,
texture, color, and structure for the garden.
Although there are exceptions, woody
plants live longer than perennials. In
addition, while hardy perennials play the
important supporting roles of duke and
duchess, the woody plants are indisputably the monarchs of our garden kingdom. Any viburnum, such as American
cranberry bush (Viburnum t rilobum),
See GAARDEN GATE continued on page 18
N. Potomac / Quince Orchard
May 2005
17
GAR
RDEN GATEE Continued from page 17
N U R S E RY
Sargent viburnum (Viburnum sargentii), or
Blackhaw viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium), would be the perfect choice. How
then does the plebeian annual, commandeer so many of our garden dollars and
the viburnum so few?
A trend in the green industry is to mar-
true that the flowering shrub will bloom
for several weeks only once during the
year, if chosen judiciously, this shrub will
delight the eye with its leafy texture in
summer, its cloak of bright fall color, and
its mottled bark or sinuous branching
habit in winter. The enjoyment of our
native mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia)
American cranberry bush can
light up a shady spot.
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ket certain upscale (and exotically priced)
annuals, attempting to elevate them from
their time-honored place of disdain. This
trend has not yet, replaced the national
craving for the lowly Busy Lizzie
(Impatiens).
One thing, it has been said, as a negative quality of woody plants is that they
only bloom for two to three weeks, and
then they're done for another year.
Annuals have a habit of blooming continuously until frost if given enough water
and fertilizer. There is apparently no competition in the color wars.
I like to think, however, that most people who enjoy gardening have a finely
tuned sense of observation. So, while it's
Fringe tree is more like
a shrub than a tree.
Photos Courtesy: Genie Tillisch
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May 2005
Lakelands & K entlands
Community W ide Y ard S ale
By Lori Wakefield
M
ark your calendars! The annual community yard sale is just a few weeks
away, and we have decided to team up with the Kentlands to host a huge
community-wide yard sale. Hundreds of shoppers are anticipated to attend
and this is your chance to get rid of all that stuff and clutter hanging around your
basements, and garages.
The spring yard sale will be held on Saturday, May 21st from 8a.m.-12p.m. at
Four Corners Park on Lakelands Drive. A rain date has been scheduled for Sunday,
May 22nd. The Kentlands will conduct their sale on the Clubhouse lawn off
Tschiffely Square Road.
There is no charge or RSVP required, and every resident is welcome to participate. Residents are welcome to put out their own signs/balloons directing people to
their homes for sales as well.
Just a word of yard sale advice: plan to price your items at 1/4-1/3 of the original price. Mark all items with a price tag, and be sure to organize items and hang
clothes on hangers so they will be presentable. If you have any questions, please call
Lori Wakefield 301-926-7577. We hope to see you then. L
may be subtler than a bank of screaming
marigolds, but it will endure.
Another negative in the woody plant
column is that they grow too large. "I
don't have room in my yard for any more
shrubs."
The careful shopper would be wise to
heed this sage advice. It is true. Many
woody shrubs grow about 6-8 feet tall and
as wide, some others easily reach 10-14 feet
in height. Some growers of woody plants
have tended towards underestimating the
mature size of their merchandise on plant
labels. Could it possibly be they are trying
to increase sales? Many a homeowner has
ripped out some monstrous shrub swallowing the walkway that was purported to
reach a maximum of 3 feet in circumference. Oops!
But, not so fast. With a modicum of
research, (or just a simple request at the
nursery) you can find dwarf cultivars of
numberless woody plants. It is truly amazing, but plant breeders have made stunning accomplishments in this area. Many
of these dwarfs have been on the market
for decades and are tried and true performers. So you should be able to find a
small niche for a cultivar of Summersweet
Clethra (Clethra alnifolia) called
'Hummingbird', which reaches only 2-3
feet tall and provides a bevy of fragrant
blooms mid-summer.
I am not saying the annual does not
have its place in the well-heeled garden. My
window boxes would be a sorry sight without those sweet little things that bloom
their blinkin' beacons off. However, when
your cart is full of all those sapphire, ruby,
and emerald beauties, push it proudly
down the woody plants aisle, and add one
true gem to your garden. L
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can be helped with
chiropractic care?
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Palmer Graduate
60 Market Street, Suite 215
(301) 963-8333
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Lower back pain
Sciatica
Headaches
Neck pain
Whiplash
Sports Injuries

Arthritis
Fatigue
Chronic pain
Numbness and
tingling of the
extremities
Poor Posture
Dr. Gregory Swistak & Family
Now Open in
Kentlands
Compiled by Jeff Escher/Long & Foster Realtors
FOR SALE
Address
609 Chestnut Hill Mews
441 Clayhall Street
603 Gatestone Street
422 Kersten Street
285 Kersten Street
943 Linslade Street
623A Main Street
1370 Main Mews
Housing Type
Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Single Family
Single Family
Condo-Townhouse
Townhouse
UNDER CONTRACT
Address
526 Bright Meadow Drive
305A Cross Green Street
337B Cross Green Street
48 Golden Ash Way
164 Golden Ash Way
517 Kersten Street
410 Lakelands Drive
433 Lakelands Drive
451 Leaning Oak Street
601 Linslade Street
801 Linslade Street
477 Lynette Street
656A Main Street
437 Placid Street
905 Rockborn Street
Housing Type
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Townhouse
Single Family
Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Single Family
Single Family
Townhouse
Townhouse
Single Family
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Cottage
Single Family
FOR RENT
Address
428 Phelps Street
SOLD
Address
309A Cross Green Street
50 Golden Ash Way
505 Helene Street
605 Linslade Street
Model
Fairgate
Fairgate
Fairgate
Builder
Ryan Homes
Ryan Homes
Ryan Homes
NV Homes
List Price
$588,900
$575,000
$589,000
$589,900
$818,900
$979,000
$401,500
$578,000
Bartholomew
Georgetown
Georgetown
NV Homes
Ryland
Miller & Smith
Model
Georgetown
Mt. Vernon
Georgetown
Bartholomew
Vintage
Vintage
Builder
Michael Harris
Ryland
Ryland
Miller & Smith
NV Homes
Miller & Smith
Miller & Smith
Bartholomew
Chesterfield
Turnberry I
Georgetown
Michener
Vanderbilt
Georgetown
Alcott
Dartmouth
NV Homes
NV Homes
Classic
Miller & Smith
Ryan Homes
NV Homes
Ryland
Main Street
NV Homes
Housing Type
Townhouse
Model
Builder
Rent Price
$2,000
Housing Type
Condo-Townhouse
Single Family
Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Model
Georgetown
Vintage
Builder
Ryland
Ryan Homes
Miller & Smith
Georgetown
Miller & Smith
Sold Price
$403,00
$799,999
$525,000
$577,400
$598,500
List Price
$599,500
$393,900
$435,000
$599,000
$879,000
$539,900
$539,900
$599,000
$889,900
$924,924
$572,000
$599,900
$869,000
$574,900
$400,000
$519,900
$975,000
Listings as of 04/17/05
The information above was obtained from MRIS. Information is believed to be accurate, but should not be relied
upon without verification. These were not listing/sold exclusively by Jeff Escher/Long & Foster Real Estate.
May 2005
We’re now in your neighborhood!
Upcoming Events
Produced by the
Lakelands
Social Committee
Coming Attractions!
Looking for Family Footcare?
May 2005
Montgomery Foot and Ankle Associates, LLC
•
Adam K. Spector, DPM
Herman R. Zarate, DPM
Sharon T. Siebold, DPM
177 Kentlands Boulevard,
Suite 100
(301) 926-5901
11-9 Sun-Wed, 11-10 Th, Fr, Sat
Specialists in the Medical and Surgical
Treatment of the Foot and Ankle
SILVER SPRING
NORTH POTOMAC
WHEATON
1111 Spring Street
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone: 301-589-8886
11906-G Darnestown Road
N. Potomac, MD 20878
Phone: 301-987-7450
3909 Ferrara Drive
Wheaton, MD 20906
Phone: 301-949-8833
May 2005
HAPPY HOUR: Friday, May 27th from 6:00 8:00 PM at the Lakelands Clubhouse.
Come join your neighbors and kick-back on this
three day weekend! Complimentary beer, wine,
soft drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be provided.
Adults only please.
Sponsored by:
•
POOL OPENING PARTY: Saturday, May 28th
from 12:00 to 4:00 PM
Yes, the water will
probably still be
ice cold, but the
kids won't mind!
Egan Barbecuers
will be on site to provide great BBQ. We have
some great music planned and lots of entertainment throughout the afternoon. The event will
be held rain or shine. In the event of rain, we'll
still have the food and fun in the Clubhouse.
Free admission, (pool pass required).
THE COOKOUT WILL BEGIN AT NOON AND
LAST UNTIL ITS GONE SO PLEASE BE PROMPT!
Sponsored by…
•
BRIDGE: The Bridge Group meets every
Tuesday 2 7:30 PM in the Red Room.
Beginners and advanced alike are welcome!
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community
For Sale
Miscellaneous: Modern Sleigh-style crib pearl finish converts into a day bed, comes
with mattress Set also includes: armoire w/
two drawers, three drawer dresser, changing table, $2000 new, asking $500, Little
Tikes 8-in-1 Adjustable Playground $290
new, asking $100, Train Table includes two
large trundle drawers lots of tracks and
trains. Like new, asking $125. Please call
Jessica at 301-642-9022.
Sofa: Viewpoint steel-grey blue leather
from The HOME Co. Purchased in 2002
and in flawless condition. Eight way handtied and double coned coils, down toppers, large brass studs around arms and
base of sofa, bun feet. Redecorating and
need to sell. Price $699.00 (originally
$1250) Call: (301)948-3275.
7' Sofa: White on white fabric with throw pillows. $325 Lori Wakefield 301 926-7577.
2001 Saturn SL2: 4-dr, auto, a/c, pw, pm,
pl, cc, sunroof, 41k, orig. owner, exc. cond.
$6,750/obo. (240) 422-9101.
Wanted: Looking to buy a used Baby
Jogging Stroller in good condition. Call or
email me at: [email protected] or 240780-9200.
Tiffany & Co: Are you or someone you
know thinking of purchasing something
from Tiffany & Co? I have $1150 in transferable Tiffany store credit that I would
like to sell at a discount. If you are interested please call 240-631-6536.
Brass Chandelier and Dinette Light:
Barely used. Chandelier for $25 and
Dinette light for $15 or $35 for the pair. If
interested, please email Seema at kenand
[email protected].
Miscellaneous For Sale: Beautiful beveled
rectangular glass table top for sale, will seat
six comfortably, very thick, paid over
$3500 new, Best Offer. Hunter Green
Upholstered Rocking Chair, Cotton fabric, very comfortable, $40 OBO, call 301330-0164.
New Washer: Selling my Kenmore Elite,
Heavy Duty - King size Capacity washer.
The washer is app. 17 month old - but hasn't been used much. Price $ 250 or best
offer - bought new for $ 499. If you are
interested and would like to know please
email or call me back on 301-674-9463.
Services Needed/Available:
Marie's Cleaning: For all your housekeeping and housecleaning needs! Available in
the Lakelands/Kentlands three days a
week. Call 301-330-1073.
COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE:
Newly finished small professional office
suite in the heart of the KENTLANDS on
Main St, lower level of a commercial townhouse, signage available, park front door.
Walk to restaurants, stores. Please contact
MATT at 301-417-2555.
Help Wanted: Daytime babysitter with light
housework needed for a work from home
Dad. You will take care of a 6 month old
Baby. I will work around your schedule.
Would like 4-5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week.
Call 240-683-4856.
Part Time Nanny: Needed 2-3 days/week
to help care for our 7 mos. old boy and 4
y.o. girl. Our daughter is in school in the
am's. English and great references req. No
smoking. Car and/or driv. lic. a plus, but
not req. Would be willing to do a nanny
share with another family in the Lakelands
or Kentlands. Please call (301) 208-8654.
Part Time Nanny: Lakelands neighbors
Professional Directory
To advertise in The Lakelands Leader, please call
301-519-1678 or e-mail [email protected]
gregory swistak, d.c.
Palmer Graduate
active family
CHIROPRACTIC
3 executive
parkSte.
court
60
Market Street,
215
germantown,MD
md20878
20874
Gaithersburg,
(301)
963-8333
p (301)
916-9383
• Yard Clean-ups
• Mulching and Wood Chips
• Landscape Design/Installation
• Shrub/Tree Installation
• Lawn Renovation — Seeding/Fertilizing
• Landscape Consultations
• Shrub Pruning and Removal
• Flower — Perennial-Annual Installation
f (301) 916-9384
www.swistakchiro.com
www.swistak.com
Avi Chertock
(301) 593-0577
Elizabeth Ayala, D.M.A.
Teacher of Piano

The Kentlands
301-977-5424
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May 2005
classifieds
seeking part-time nanny to watch two
infants, 6 weeks apart in age. Looking for
early May start-date. Requirements:
English speaking a must. Non-smoker.
Must have driver's license and own transportation. CPR training a plus and early
childhood
experience
preferred.
Comfortable being around dogs and cats
(both families have pets). Must provide
valid references. Call 240-632-2072 or 301208-8826 or email meredith@michael
weisel.com or [email protected].
Weekend Babysitter Needed: We are
looking for a responsible, fun High/Jr
High School student to baby-sit for our 4
and 6 year old on Saturday nights. Please
call Mrs. Warner at 301-330-0164.
Driver Needed: I need a driver for my son
who will attend a special program in the fall.
Transportation will be to Tilden Middle
School from Olney 80% of the time and the
Lakelands 20% of the time. Will need to
transport to the school by 7:45 am and pickup at 2:40 pm. There would be the opportunity for additional work depending on the
qualifications of the applicant. Applicants
must speak English, have their own car,
legally in the US, and references. Call Dave
240-498-8724.
For Rent:
Hawaii Vacation: We have a week at the
Hanalei Bay Resort in Princeville Kauai for
sale. - it is for an ocean view 1 bedroom
with kitchen, that can accommodate 4
adults. Arrival date: 05/28/05, Departure
date: 06/04/05. The Hanalei bay Resort is
a five star resort with private beach and
great pools. Nearby are two of the most
famous golf courses in Hawaii. Please see
link for much more detailed information
h t t p : / / w w w. h a n a l e i b ay re s o r t . c o m .
Normal rate $390/night. = $2730, Asking
price $1500. Please contact me if you
would like more information or have more
questions
please
email
me
at
[email protected].
Sea Colony/Bethany Beach Condo for
Rent: Newly renovated "gold-rated" lakefront Vista condo for weekly summer rental.
Sleeps 9, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, wraparound screened porch plus crib and highchair for the young one. Great location!
$1,300 to $1,700 depending on week. See
pics and more at our website www.bethanybeachbungalow or call 301-519-6816.
Lakelands Roommate Wanted ASAP: To
share
large
three
bedroom
townhouse/condo ('B' unit) with one
female. Can't pass up the features and location; must see for yourself!! Male preferred,
Smoking and pets not allowed,
Unfurnished bedroom with private bath,
Rent: $750/month, Deposit: negotiable,
Lease: Six months, Kitchen: full privileges,
Laundry: washer and dryer on bedroom
(3rd) level, Utilities (gas/electric) / cable:
shared, Telephone: can establish separate
line. Contact Karrie at [email protected].
Sell It, Find It, Share It
in the Lakelands
Classifieds!
Community classifieds are free to all
Kentlands and Lakelands residents
($10 fee applied to non-residents).
To place your classified, email us at
[email protected]
or call 301-519-1678.
Deadline for the June issue
is May 15, 2005.
Professional Directory
To advertise in The Lakelands Leader, please call
301-519-1678 or e-mail [email protected]
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