June 2014 - Kentlands

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JUNE 2014 n www.KentlandsUSA.com
The Changing Nature of the Kentlands
By Marilyn Fioravanti
At the corner of Hart Road and Golden Ash Way there is a wooded path that leads
down to Lake Helene, and behind that off to the left is Firehouse Lane: the road to the
Kentlands Mansion. Over that road is Inspiration Lake, the largest lake in the Kentlands. Winding paths encircle both these lakes, and at several points on these now
mostly paved walkways, gravel and dirt paths exit into the more densely wooded
tree-save areas, which both divide and connect the neighborhoods and lakes of the
Kentlands. In this intricate system of connecting paths, wooden bridges and streams,
these designated tree-save areas are one way in which the New Urbanism concept as
developed in the Kentlands has both changed and preserved the old Kentlands Farm.
As I stand at this corner, my gaze travels down Hart Road, then off to the right up
Golden Ash Way towards the two pocket parks which double as two postage-stampsized archeological museums. Artfully positioned in each postage stamp are marble
slabs and granite columns, once part of Kent Mansion. Rescued from the waters of
Muddy Branch Stream, they are a testament to the creativity and ingeniousness of the
community’s founders.
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Some twenty years ago I stood at this same corner. As I wander in my mind back in time,
the houses within sight, along with the streets, the small square parks, park benches,
columns, landscaping, and sidewalks all vanish from view, dissolved into nothing more
than neatly drawn plans in an architect’s workshop. Across a large mostly open space I
can see the new shopping center with the Giant Food Supermarket sign.
K25 Symposium
June 20–21, 2014
A man who lives in the townhouse on the corner where I am standing, twenty years
back in time, warns me away concerned that I will frighten the deer which roam freely
in small herds; deer who are unaware that soon these spaces will be filled with streets
and houses unfavorable to their roaming herds.
and Company, to reimagine successful
community design. With unflagging
support and oversight from the tireless
mayor, W. Edward Bohrer, Jr., Kentlands
was born in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Kentlands residents invited to join a conversation with community founders and
leading urban planners this weekend.
Kentlands Clubhouse
485 Tschiffely Square Rd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
This weekend, Kentlands will once
again be the focus of leaders in the new
urbanism world. K25 is presenting the
anniversary symposium, “Kentlands:
Past, Present and Future.” Residents are
invited to register and take part in this
important conversation which is drawing
participants from across the country.
Revisit the watershed moment 25
years ago when a visionary developer,
Joseph Alfandre, called on revolutionary
town planners, Duany Plater—Zyberk
Inside...
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This event will begin with a dinner Friday
night on the Kentlands Mansion lawn
featuring remarks from architect and
Washington Post columnist Roger Lewis,
who will discuss the impact that Kentlands had on the region. The dinner will
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Memorial Day in the Kentlands................3
Kentlands Events. ...................................4
City News...............................................5
From The President..................................6
Manager’s Corner. .................................6
Kentlands/Lakelands
Event Reciprocity. ................................6
We Need Your Email Addresses!................6
From The Treasurer.................................7
BOCC Monthly: Exterior
Siding and Trim....................................7
Just for Fun. ..........................................8
Legal Notes............................................8
Kentlands Historical Trust......................9
Kentlands Garden Club 2012–2014. .....10
Kentlands Yard Sale..............................11
Courtesy of Community
Associations Institute…......................12
A Brief Photo Timeline.....................14–15
2014 Local Summer Camps
and Activites for Kids.........................19
Keep Your Backyard
Bug-Free… Naturally........................20
Kentlands Real Estate Listings................20
Kentlands Classifieds.............................21
At Your Service.....................................21
Project to Collect
Worn American Flags.........................22
Foundation News..................................22
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Kentlands Events June–July 2014
Volume 43 n Issue 6
EDITOR AND ADVERTISING MANAGER
Sam White
301.948.2071
[email protected]
KENTLANDS CITIZENS ASSEMBLY
President
Tim Clarke
[email protected]
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
[email protected]
Chair
Neil Harris
Vice Chair
Jarrod Borkat
Secretary
Judy Gross
Treasurer
Robert Randolph
Trustee
Chris Campbell
Staff Writers
Kate Myers
Amy Pfeiffer Wales
Carrie Dietz
Staff Photographers
Sam White
EDITORIAL POLICY:
The Kentlands Town Crier is the primary regularlypublished means of communicating information
of interest to Kentlands citizens. It is published
by the Board of Trustees, which is responsible for
the form, content, and policies of the newspaper.
The newspaper addresses items of legitimate
interest to the Kentlands Citizens Assembly.
It does not espouse any political belief
or endorse any product or service.
Articles submitted for publication must be signed
and may not be libelous. Letters may be published
as space permits. Articles and letters may be
edited for length and content. The deadline for
submitting articles will be the last day of the
month. Articles may be either dropped at the
Clubhouse, faxed to 301.948.9730, or mailed to:
c/o The Kentlands Clubhouse
485 Tschiffely Square Road
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JUNE 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com All meetings will take place in the Clubhouse unless otherwise noted.
KCA Committee Meetings
July 23
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
June 25
KCA Board of Trustees Meeting, 7–10pm
July 25
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
July 2
Kentlands Historical Trust Meeting,
6:30–9pm
July 30
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
Important Dates
July 8
Environmental Management Committee
Meeting
June 24
Kentlands Community Foundation Annual
Meeting, 6–9pm
July 10
Board of Code Compliance Meeting,
6:30–9pm
July 9
Town Architect’s Open Hours, 5–6pm
by appointment only
July 15
K25 Meeting, 7–9pm
Budget and Finance Advisory Committee
Meeting, 7:30–9pm
July 23
KCA Board of Trustees Meeting, 7–10pm
Condo Meetings
July 1
Kentlands Ridge Condo Meeting, 7–9pm
at the Carriage House
July 15
Copperfield Crossing ll Condo Meeting,
7:30–9pm at the Carriage House
View Condo Meeting, 7–9pm
KCA Events
June 20
TGIF Happy Hour, 5:30–7:30pm
July 16
June 28
Concert on the Lawn, 6–8pm
City Events
July 4
Fourth of July Parade and Carnival, 9:45am–
2pm
June 20, 21, 27, 28
Mel Brooks’ “The Producers”, 8–10:45pm
at the Arts Barn
July 12
Outdoor Movie Night, 7:30–9pm
June 22, 29
July 18
TGIF Happy Hour, 5:30–7:30pm
Mel Brooks’ “The Producers”, 2–4:45pm at
the Arts Barn
July 26
Concert on the Lawn, 6–8pm
June 20
Kentlands 25th Anniversary Planning
Symposium Dinner, 7pm at the Mansion
June 24
Art in Public Places Subcommittee
Meeting, 4:30pm at the Arts Barn
July 5, 12, 19, 26 Farmers and Artists Market, 10am–2pm
at the Main Street Pavillion
July 18, 19, 25, 26
One Act Play Festival, 8–10pm at the
Arts Barn
Social Groups
June 20
June 22
Acoustic Jam, 2–5pm at the Carriage House
June 23
Community Chorus, 7:30–9pm
June 24
June 25
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage
House
July 20, 27
One Act Play Festival, 2–4pm at the
Arts Barn
June 27
July 22
July 1
Acoustic Jam, 6–9pm
Art in Public Places Subcommittee
Meeting, 4:30pm at the Arts Barn
July 2
House
July 9
House
July 11
July 14
July 16
House
July 18
July 20
July 21
July 22
The Arts Barn Presents: The Producers in partnership with
the Sandy Spring Theatre Group
“In the very heart of our community is the Arts Barn, and
currently playing is “The Producers”. A fast moving performance which blends wonderful acting, song, and dance.
A must see by all, and within walking distance from
your home”.
Join us for ‘TGIF Happy Hour’ on
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June 20th, 5:30–7:30pm
Arts Barn Heats Up this
Summer with Amazing Nights
of Comedy & Magic
Please note that Perry Parkway will remain open to thru traffic until 7:30pm and
will be patrolled by police officers during the fireworks display. The sidewalk on the
Fairground’s side of Perry Parkway will be closed.
In the event of rain, the fireworks only will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2014.
In partnership with Thin Air Productions,
the Arts Barn invites you to experience
an evening of astounding magic and sleight of hand with the exotic and amusingly
interactive Comedy & Magic Society. Join magicians Mark Phillips, Bob Sheets,
Barry Wood, and Brian Curry on an adventure into magic with dazzling card tricks,
remarkable illusions and laugh-out-loud comedy.
This event is sponsored in part by the Montgomery County Agricultural Center. For
information please contact the Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture.
Well-Known Authors, Local Playwrights
Featured at 13th Annual One-Act Festival
The summer 2014 season promises breathtaking magic combined with interactive
theater, making for a hilarious night of fun at the Arts Barn. With a different show each
time, some of the most entertaining and award-winning magic artists of today will
leave you amazed.
Enjoy an eclectic mix of short plays as the City of Gaithersburg joins with Montgomery Playhouse to present the
13th Annual One-Act Festival, July 18 through 27, 2014 at
the Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road. From the sublime to
the ridiculous, from death and dying to workplace angst,
this compilation of plays ranges from deadly serious to laughing at our own foibles.
As audience members enter the theater, they’ll step into the secret and very kooky
world of the Comedy & Magic Society, a collection of zany characters performing up-close magic that includes plenty of audience participation. This season’s
periodic “Society Meetings,” each with a different agenda and frequently with guest
artists, will take place on Fridays, July 11 and August 22. All performances begin
at 8pm.
Performances will be held Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with special Sunday
matinees at 2pm. Tickets are $16, $14 for City of Gaithersburg residents. The festival
presents two separate evenings of one-acts in rotation. If you would like to see all
the plays offered in the festival, you will need to purchase two separate admissions.
Because some plays contain adult language and themes, the festival is not
recommended for audiences under the age of 17.
The Arts Barn is located at 311 Kent Square Road in Gaithersburg. Tickets are $12 for
City of Gaithersburg residents and $15 for nonresidents. The family-friendly shows
are suitable for ages ten and up. For information and tickets please call the Arts Barn.
Tickets can also be purchased online at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/RecXpress.
The following plays will be performed July 20 and 26:
I’m Herbert by Robert Anderson, directed by John Reece
An elderly couple sits in their rocking chairs talking. Each has had one or more previous marriages and perhaps a few flings but they are hazy about the details. In fact, they
don’t always know which one the other one is.
“Citizen Pet of the Year” Title Up for Grabs
The City of Gaithersburg invites all pet residents and their owners to compete in
the “Citizen Pet” Photo Contest. Residents are encouraged to take photos of their
family pets and enter them for a chance to be declared “Citizen Pet of the Year.”
Please note, cats and dogs must have a current City of Gaithersburg Pet License.
The Grand Design by Susan Miller, directed by Suzanne Yuskiw A scientist tries to come up with a new message about humanity to be sent into space
while his mother walks across the United States. A tender portrait of what it means
to let go.
All qualified photo entries will be posted on the
City Facebook page at www.facebook.com/gaithersburgmd.gov, where voting will
take place. The photo with the most number of “Likes” will be named Gaithersburg’s
Citizen Pet of the Year and will receive a $75 PetSmart gift card, with second and third
place winners receiving $50 and $25 PetSmart gift cards.
Color Blue by Alexis Roblan, directed by Kathleen Alvania
Two middle school girls, cutting class, are experimenting with pot behind a dumpster near the school when they are approached by two well-dressed men. They don’t
immediately realize the danger they are in.
Nighthawks by Evan Guilford-Blake, directed by David Dossey
It’s the late 1940s and four people encounter each other in a diner in the wee hours
of the morning. Inspired by the Edward Hopper painting, Nighthawks.
Submission deadline is July 21, 2014. Photos will be available for “Liking” from July 24
to August 22, 2014. For complete contest rules, entry form and pet license application,
visit the Citizen Pet Photo Contest web page.
The following plays will be performed July 19, 25 and 27:
Gaithersburg Celebrates 4th of July with Fireworks Spectacular
Weavers by Evan Guilford-Blake, directed by Maria Benzie
Candace has grown up in a dying farming community and wants to leave but feels an
obligation to take care of her aging grandmother, Clotho. Clotho has dreams in which
she recalls weaving with two women she refers to as her sisters. All this is observed by
Sam, Candace’s cat. This play is rooted in the mythology of the Three Fates.
Join friends and family for the City of Gaithersburg’s Independence Day celebration featuring live music, food, activities, and spectacular fireworks on Friday, July 4,
2014, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Gates open at 5pm.
A lively concert will open with “Elizabeth, Phil, & Chris” at 5:30pm and headliner
“The Lloyd Dobler Effect” will take the stage at 7pm. A welcome ceremony with
remarks by the Mayor and City Council takes place at 8pm followed by more music. The exciting fireworks display is set to launch at dark. Strolling entertainers and
family-friendly games and activities will delight kids of all ages.
Fight or Flight by Kryss Lacovaro and Natalie Brunelle, directed by Kryss Lacovaro
In the sky above a busy metropolis, two superheroes, Delay-a and Blurr (Diane and
Ben), deal with relationship problems. Diane’s sister, the powerful Femme Force
(Fiona) doesn’t care for Ben and makes her opinion part of the discussion.
Goode Grief by Frances A. Lewis, directed by Frankie Lewis
Evie is an elderly widow who is house bound and is routinely visited by her caregiver,
Jennifer. The roof is leaking and she is approached by Conrad Goode, who offers to
make the necessary repairs.
Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and blankets to enjoy a picnic
during the event. Food will also be sold at the celebration. For safety reasons, alcoholic
beverages, glass containers, rollerblades, skates, bikes, pets, and fireworks of any kind
are strictly prohibited.
H.R. by Eric Coble, directed by Natalia Nagy
The office is thrown into an uproar when it is learned that people from Human
Resources are coming for an unplanned visit that afternoon.
The Montgomery County Fairgrounds is located at 16 Chestnut Street in Gaithersburg.
Walk in at Chestnut or Dalamar Streets; the Perry Parkway entrance to the Fairgrounds
will be closed. Only authorized vehicles will be allowed on the Fairgrounds. Those
with handicap tags or stickers will be allowed access to the Fairgrounds through the
gates at the Dalamar Street entrance.
Kentlands Town Crier For information and ticket purchase please call the Arts Barn or use RecXpress online
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Corner...
Opportunities to Serve
Minions on the Clubhouse Lawn
The Kentlands Elections are in the Fall. It is not too early to think about running for
the Board or for President. We need new people for the Board and for the office
of President. Kentlands has a unique form of community governance, similar to a
government with a Board (like Congress) and a President. By the way, the Board
members receive $75.00 for each meeting with the Chair receiving $150.00. The
President receives $350.00 per month (a cost of living increase this year added an
amount equal to a small coffee as an increase).
Little minions were spotted on the
Clubhouse lawn this past Saturday
evening, and while understanding
their minionese language might have
been difficult, approximately 125 residents brought blankets, chairs, food
and drinks to enjoy Despicable Me 2
on the lawn.
Environment
I continue to work with the City on the condition of the lakes and stream along
Kentlands Blvd. and along Booth Street. I have been assured that these areas will
get the required maintenance. Please contact me if you have questions or concerns.
Although the evening turned out to
be a little cool, the person in charge
of weather for the evening should be
congratulated, as children, parents,
grandparents, and yes, even teenagers were in attendance to watch those
little yellow characters gain everyone’s
attention.
The wall which failed in one spot along Quince Orchard Road has been fully
repaired. Now the rest of the wall is being examined by our engineering consultant
to determine what additional steps must be made for them to certify that all is well.
This will require more work, additional expense, and probably some change in the
landscaping. I will keep you informed.
Committees
This was the first outdoor movie
night planned for the summer, and it
will be followed by another coming
in July. Stay tuned for the announcement of the next movie scheduled for
July 12.
We have a number of committee members on our Kentlands committees and boards,
and a number of those terms are expiring at the end of the year. Please let me know
of your interest in appointment so we can continue to move forward. Note the
published schedule for the committee meetings and plan to attend to see if you are
interested.
Thank you to Sam White and the
Activities Committee for their commitment to bring more family events
to Kentlands. We hope you enjoy them, and please send us your
feedback.
Legal Matters
The Maryland law authorizes the homeowner associations to use legal methods to
enforce rules such as architectural standards. We all save money, time, and disruption if the procedures are followed concerning maintenance and any visual change.
Please follow the rules.
Election Day
By the way, as I understand, “I want
banana” in minionese translated
into English is “I’m hungry”, and
“Poopaye” is “Goodbye”.
The election day for state, county ,courthouse, and school board is upon us on
June 24th. Please make sure that you participate in this exercise in democracy.
Happy Summer!
Hope you enjoyed the movie.
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the Clubhouse to enjoy a beverage,
hor d’oeuvres, and great conversation
with your neighbors.
Stop by to say hello, and bring your
Kentlands friends with you. It’s a great
way to start a weekend!
Retaining Wall Update
Work in the area of the retaining
wall continues with underpinning
taking place on the two end townhome units.
Twenty-eight
holes
were
dug
in which helical piers will be
screwed into the ground providing additional reinforcement for
the wall and the foundation of two
townhomes.
Currently, the engineers are determining the appropriate manner for
covering the steel strut beams you
currently see from Quince Orchard
Road. They are considering a box
style cover that would be a precast
of the same color as the existing
wall.
Pet Waste
We have received more complaints
of pet waste not being picked up
by pet owners. Please help keep
your community clean by picking
up after your pets, and remember the City of Gaithersburg has an
ordinance in place to enforce pet
waste cleanup.
Speaking of Events
Kentlands/Lakelands Event Reciprocity
Happy hours are planned monthly,
and this is an opportunity to stop by
By Sam White, Communications and Events Director
The Kentlands Board of Trustees has been working with the Lakelands Board of
Trustees to establish reciprocity involving social groups and events. It has been
decided that any social group and any event that is held outdoors, excluding pool
events, will be open to all residents of both communities. We here at the Clubhouse are actively working together with Lakelands management to promote these
events to both communities, and welcome your participation. For a complete list of
groups and events put on by the KCA, please visit the Kentlands events calendar on
page 4 of this newspaper, or on our website at KentlandsUSA.com. The Lakelands
events are also available on their webpage at Lakelands.org. Both Communities
maintain a Facebook page, and can be found at Facebook.com/KentlandsUSA,
or Facebook.com/LakelandsLeader. Be sure to “Like” us to get event updates and
reminders. If you have any questions, please contact us at 301.948.2071, and we
look forward to seeing you this summer!
JUNE 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com We Need Your Email Addresses! If you are getting email updates, event reminders and the Kentlands Express
but your friends and family are not, tell them about it! The email system we
have in place is how we communicate important information that affects the
whole community. This can be anything from an event reminder to a pool closing or any other imperative safety concern. In order for them to be as informed
as you are in these matters, we need email addresses! So please make sure to
tell your friends and neighbors to contact Sandy Al-Nazer at 301.948.2071 or
[email protected] to get signed up.
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BOCC Monthly: Exterior Siding and Trim
With the arrival of the prime exterior painting season, it is time to thoroughly
inspect siding and trim for paint deterioration such as peeling or discoloration. Also
look for mold and wood rot, especially around windows and doors. Some exterior
painting tasks can be done as a DIY project, but some are best left to a contractor.
Many of the contractors’ schedules are filling up, so it is not too early to arrange the
necessary work. Kentlands BOCC records show that paint and wood rot account for
33% of all code issues during the past twelve months.
Current Financial Highlights
As of April 30, 2014, KCA’s cash and investments totaled $2,641,314, up 2% since the
start of the year but down 3% since this time last year, chiefly due to expenditures on
major reserve projects.
Unlike the “old growth” wood that was used for siding and trim in historic homes,
the original siding on most Kentlands homes is a manufactured Masonite composite. Wood used for trim is from “new growth” lumber, which is not as moisture
resistant as “old growth” lumber. When not properly protected, these products can
swell, delaminate and rot. Even meticulous painting and caulking may not prevent
moisture from seeping in as a result of our hot, humid summer weather. Moisture
may also promote mold growth, especially in shady areas.
Invested reserve funds were 87% of the total (just over $2.3 million).
KCA’s investments produced $56,350 in interest earnings in 2013 and an average of
$4,071 per month so far this year. These earnings are taxable, but even so they are a
significant part of KCA’s income.
Reserve balances were as follows:
Recreation Facilities Reserves
$788,839
Down 5% since the start
Preventing or delaying deterioration is an ongoing task. Carefully check siding,
trim, windows and fences at least twice yearly for peeling or discolored paint or
initial signs of rot, as early detection and remediation can prevent more extensive
damages from developing. Look for any exposed wood, as moisture can easily penetrate when not sealed with paint. In a very short time, soft, rotting wood may be
present, but may not be easily seen beneath the paint.
of the year
General Reserves
$783,458
Up 6%
Titleholder Contribution
$462,905
Up 4%
Unappropriated Owners’ Equity
$414,565
Unchanged
Capital Reserves
$52,984
Up 34%
Total income for the year to date was $659,314, 2% under budget. YTD expenses were
$670,326, 1% under budget. The result was a net loss of $11,012, compared with a
net loss of $6,178 anticipated at this time of year in the budget.
Before repainting, be sure affected areas are clean, dry and free of peeling paint.
Repair and caulk as necessary, then apply an exterior primer and paint to touch up
exposed areas. Many exterior caulking products are available at local stores. Most
common are silicone products such as painter’s caulk. Elastomeric and urethane
caulks are also available and may be more suitable for specific exterior applications. When painting a fence, please use a drop cloth to prevent paint drops from
getting on the sidewalk.
Noteworthy year-to-date variances, and explanations from General Manager Randy
Fox, included:
Line Item
YTD Variance
Explanation Income
4070—Kentlands Club Assessments
($8,558.60) Kentlands Manor was not budget-
ed in this line item—all in 4016
(Multi-Family Rental Assessment)
4120—Titleholders Initial Contributions
($4,909.90) April showed improvement— still
4250—Facility Passes & Fees Income
If replacement of siding or trim becomes necessary, better and more durable
products, which have the look and feel of natural materials, are readily available
and can be used. Many homeowners are opting for wood trim to be replaced
with PVC products. New siding products, such as Hardiplank, contain materials
that are extremely resistant to moisture. Both products may significantly reduce
maintenance requirements in the future. A complete listing of acceptable suitable
materials is available in the clubhouse.
playing catch up with home sales
($1,459.00) This will catch up as we move into
May
Expenses
5205—Social/Recreation Programs
($15,223.00)Activities are increasing now to
6065—Community Center Utilities
As a reminder, review the Visual Change Application guidelines to determine if
approval is required before making exterior changes to material, design or color of your property. If you are not sure whether a Visual Change Application
(VCA) is required, or if you have any questions about the VCA process, please
contact Arthur Gailes, Assistant Manager, at [email protected] or
301.948.2071. Visual Change Applications are available at the Clubhouse and at
KentlandsUSA.com.
bring this more in line with budget
($10,260.13)2013 expense was adjusted
6710—Recreation Supplies/Repair & Maint. ($8,745.57) Expenses will show in May and
6600—General Repair & Maintenance
($7,697.51) This will catch up during May and
5090—Office Supplies, Equipment & Exp.
June
June
($4,023.42) Expenses will increase as we get
into busy season
7025—Legal Services—Collections
($3,365.06) Collections have been minimal
5225—Town Crier Publication and Dist.
($2,589.54) Timing issue with invoices
5115—Web Site Maintenance
($2,574.00) Monies yet to be spent for website
upgrade
7095—Town Architect Review & Consulting ($2,417.50) DPZ tracking under budget
6400—Rec Center Contract Services
$3,980.74 Sprinkler and back flow repairs
6100—Grounds & Landscaping Contract
$9,607.64 Prepaid A.I.R. Lawncare (organic)
7030—Legal Services—General Counsel
6442—Snow Removal
in advance for invoice discount
$20,572.31 Court appearance and increase
activity on outstanding violation
$20,802.27 Increased snow removal costs
How to Get More Information
As always, further details are available in the monthly Financial Reports from CMC,
which interested Titleholders are welcome to review by dropping in at the KCA offices. n
Just for Fun
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K25 Symposium
also include a special awards ceremony and will conclude with a showing of an early
video about the 1988 Kentlands design charrette. By Michelle Clarke
On Saturday, a full day of programming will begin with walking tour of Kentlands, with
original charrette participants as guides. Symposium participants are encouraged to
enjoy lunch on their own at one of the many restaurants in the community.
“Thank you” is the phrase I use the most as I progress through my day. I will fall;
hit the floor, the pool deck, the sidewalk, and as I thank people for helping me up
they’ll ask “what are you doing on the ground?”
The afternoon symposium will include presentations from internationally recognized
experts in urban planning, including Andrés Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, the
original Kentlands town planners, and professor Alex Krieger of the Harvard Graduate School of Design. The symposium will offer a dynamic array of voices through
TED-tyle talks featuring key players from the birth of the neighborhood and experts in
the field today who can help shape a vision of the future. The experience of Kentlands
in present day will be explored by a panel of young adults who grew up in Kentlands
followed by a panel of business owners who have experienced the economic vitality
of the community.
I have written two times before about my Multiple Sclerosis and hoping to get
beyond falling. I am happy to report that as of November 15, 2013 that I can really
walk. Really! The medicine works!
Since I take 22 pills a day I should be in great shape, and most of the time I am, but
the littlest things can set me back. I love the pool and I spend a lot of time there,
but the heat can be a major setback. If one full day was normal with all functions
working, then surprise! The next day I would lose my balance and fall down in my
garden because I am tired.
The weekend will wrap up with a closing reception on the upper level of Largent’s.
I need my dear Tim to keep an eye on me, and he brought his business home to do so.
I truly need his help, as several times I have fallen when he is gone for just five
minutes. Once I fell and hit my head on a table and a big flower vase fell and
crashed into my head as I was on the ground; there was blood everywhere.
Event Schedule:
Friday June 20th
To date I have broken 4 ribs, which is awfully painful and left me bedridden for
days at a time. It is times like that when I really must count on my friends. I figured
I would make the most of it, so I stayed in bed, read my books, had my meals delivered, slept, had friends over, and believe it or not I did not fall once!
Community Dinner on the Kentlands Mansion Lawn
Kentlands Mansion • 320 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg MD
Saturday June 21st
The simple things are not as easy for me, but pure laughter is, and close friendships are the dearest. As my friends move away, I look to others that are kind and
full of life, as I still am today. I do not have MS, my body has MS. I will always look
to kindness as a way to live, and I will always walk with my head held high with
the occasional trip on Kentlands bricks. Despite that, I am fine, always smiling to
get through the day.
However sometimes that is easier said than done. Sometimes when I am out and
about but cannot get into a store, I simply have to wait for someone to come along
to open the door. I would if I could, but sometimes I just can’t do it myself. Or
when I’m on my mobility scooter and crossing the street, it’s scary when people
are driving and just do not see me at all. One woman screamed at me to get off
the road and use the sidewalk as she drove past with her cell phone in one hand
and a raised finger on the other. One teenager said that he couldn’t see me when
he slammed into my basket and sent it flying. Someone up there must really love
me; my body was only a foot away when he stopped to get the basket.
9:30–11:30am
Guided Walking Tour
1:00–5:30pm
Kentlands 25th Anniversary Symposium
MCPSH • 100 Edison Park Road, Gaithersburg MD
6:00–8:30pm Closing Reception at Largent’s
Largent’s • 654 Center Point Way, Gaithersburg MD
Registration for the K25 Symposium is being graciously hosted by the Urban
Land Institute. For more information on this and all upcoming K25 events and
links to the registration form, visit the Events page of the Kentlands 25 website,
www.kentlands25.com. n
Legal Notes
There is a pill for everything, but the best medicines for me are my grandchildren and
a big sense of humor. As my neighbor said when I fell half way out of the car, I need a
guard! I am glad I have those medicines that have made my life so much easier over
the years, but as time goes on I have a new issue. Or maybe it’s not new I’m not sure,
but I find that I am forgetting the date and will go to an appointment where the doctor
will say “your appointment is for next week, Mrs. Clarke.” I always smile; of course
it is. Brain power, go slowly.
From The Law Office of Tim Clarke
Maryland, like many states, has a law prohibiting hand-held cell phone use and/or
texting while driving. Also, it is illegal to operate a vehicle while wearing a headset
or earplugs covering both ears. It is unsafe and illegal and the police are watching.
The Transportation Code contains numerous provisions for the safety of those of us
using the roads in this state. Most of these are common sense and matters of simple
courtesy. The traffic laws apply to a person operating a bicycle or a motor scooter,
just as the laws apply to other vehicles. The courts have also ruled that skateboards
are vehicles and therefore the traffic laws apply. Drivers must yield to a pedestrian
IN a crosswalk; pedestrians however may not leave a curb or other place of safety
and walk or run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it is impossible for
the driver to yield.
At the end of it all, my best days are filled with flowers, friends, and kindness.
Sure there are things that I have always wanted to do, like ride a bike for example.
I obviously cannot do that and it bothers me, but I know my limits. Can I run a
large company? No, but can I run a small business? Absolutely. It’s a sitting job,
and the rewards are overwhelming, so I am just fine with that.
Whenever I’m feeling down I just remember that the world is made of very kind
people: people that will open doors for me, people that will drive me to my actual
appointments, and people who will join me with a glass of wine on my back patio.
Life is good.
JUNE 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com 7:00–9:30pm Kentlands is designed as a walking community, but courtesy and rules must be
kept in mind. Leaving a store and going to a car involves these traffic rules and
requires care by both pedestrian and driver.
8
Minutes of the Kentlands
Historic Trust Meeting
05.07.14
Committee Members Present:
Susan Darcy, KHT
Hamid Nazari, KHT
Mikel Draghici, KHT
Stephanie Vierra, KHT
Ruthzaly Weich, KHT Alternate
David Weber, KHT Alternate
Management/Residents/
Owners/Guests Present:
Arthur Gailes, CMC
Andrew Moneyheffer, DPZ
Shannon Allcock, Shanco
Cherri Waters, Kentlands Condominium
Keith Brown, Resident
Lee Wilson, Resident
Leslie Bundy, Resident
Natalie Santullo, Resident
Nathan Dart, Resident
Jennifer Reiley, Resident
The meeting was called to order at
6:30pm on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at
the Kentlands Clubhouse.
Kenneth Yeh & Jennifer Reiley, #13-757A
Block OO • Lot 3 • 434 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.
Deck: approved to replace existing
deck in rear of house with KAMM
Architecture Deck with steel railing.
Awning: approved to add rear awning,
which must match Kentlands code.
Residential awnings shall be triangular in section (not quarter-round) with a
free-hanging drip edge. Color: Brown or
Orange. Steel railing approved based on
architectural merit.
Mark & Christina Shafer, #14-908
Block CC • Lot 30 • 164 Treehaven St.
Landscaping: approved to replace existing shrubbery and install new shrubbery
on the left side of house.
John & Colleen White, #14-909
Block G • Lot 14 • 209 Kent Oaks Way
Landscaping: approved to replace dead
shrubbery and install river rock swale to
improve rear yard drainage.
Wayne Ballou & Janet Campbell, #14-910
Block D • Lot 8 • 216 Kent Oaks Way
Color Change: approved to paint siding Benjamin Moore “Night Train”
(pale blue-green) and trim “sail cloth”
(off-white).
Kentlands Town Crier Kentlands Historical Trust
By Arthur Gailes
Draft Minutes of the Kentlands
Historic Trust Special Meeting
Keith Brown, #14-911
Block UU • Lot 20 • 317 Booth St.
Porch: deferred to install rear porch.
05.16.14
Kentlands Condominium, #14-912
Chevy Chase Street & Bucksfield Rd.
Color Change: approved to replace
existing shutters with red, dark green,
dark gray, blue-gray, or black shutters;
design to match existing. Approved to
change door colors to gray (4008-2C),
black (D58-6), blue (5001-4C), or red
(1010-5).
Hamid Nazari, KHT
Chesterbrook Academy, #14-913
Block EE • Lot 4 • 10 Kent Gardens Circle
Umbrella: approved to install permanent
sun umbrella on the left side of property.
Color: Rain forest.
Note: Umbrella must be at least 6 feet
away from the building, and receive final
approval from DPZ.
Arthur Gailes, CMC
Committee Members Present:
Mikel Draghici, KHT
Stephanie Vierra, KHT
Ruthzaly Weich, KHT Alternate
David Weber, KHT Alternate
Management/Residents/
Owners/Guests Present:
The meeting was called to order at
8:00am on Wednesday, May 16, 2014 at
the Kentlands Clubhouse.
Scanned applications
Starting in the June meeting, scans of all
available applications will be provided
before the meeting.
Bert & Bonnie Hakkinen, #14-914
Block YY • Lot 31 • 328 Alfandre St.
Color Change: approved to paint siding
Benjamin Moore 1496 Raintree Green.
Trim will remain white.
Garage Door: approved to replace
garage door with Clopay Model 4050
3-layer steel door.
CMC will document time spent scanning
applications for first month.
Order of Application Review
Starting in June, the KHT will review the
simplest applications first, followed by
the more complex applications (as opposed to the current “first come, first
serve” policy).
Natalie Santullo, #14-915
Block KK • Lot 71 • 504 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.
Dormer Windows: approved to remove
dormer windows from roof of house.
CMC and DPZ will flag difficult or complex applications before the meeting, and
CMC will notify residents with complex
applications that the wait will be longer.
John & Margaret Frame, #14-916
Block OO • Lot 9 • 322 Chestertown St.
Gutters: replace existing gutters with
aluminum K-style gutters.
Note: The community architect’s office
notes that half-round gutters are preferred
for aesthetic reasons.
Application Deadlines
CMC and DPZ will review the following
possibilities for the purpose of increasing
the amount of time for KHT members to
preview applications after architectural
review:
• Move the deadline for Visual Change
Applications to earlier in each month.
• Shorten DPZ application review time.
• Prioritize simple applications for DPZ
review so CMC may disseminate application scans of those applications
more quickly.
Documentation of KHT Procedure
CMC was tasked with creating an informal documentation of KHT meeting
and application review procedure for
committee use.
Emergency Application
Review Procedure
CMC was tasked with identifying applications in need of emergency attention and
distributing those applications to DPZ
and KHT members for ad hoc review as
necessary.
Mikel Draghici will act as meeting chair
from June to September 2014.
Emergency
applications
must
be
reviewed by the community architect
before review and disseminated to KHT
members before approval.
The chair position will rotate seasonally until or unless a permanent chair is selected.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15am. n
KHT Chair
Nathan & Danielle Dart, #14-917
Block G • Lot 23 • 209 Massbury St.
Fence: approved to install 5-foot aluminum fence around rear yard. Color: black
Deck: approved to replace existing deck
with Wolf PVC deck and install rear
porch.
Note: Stucco or veneer finish, as well as
color at fireplace, to be approved by the
community architect’s office.
The chair duties apply only to meetings.
KHT duties and correspondence outside
of the monthly meetings will be shared
by the committee as a whole, rather than
with a single person.
A. & J. Krakovsky, #14-918
Block G • Lot 23 • 321 Firehouse Ln.
Garage Door: approved to install Clopay
model 4050 steel garage door.
Stairway: approved to construct stairway
leading to rear deck.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00pm. n
9
Kentlands Garden Club 2012–2014
By Gloria Seelman
From a survey in 2012, Kentlands Garden Club members expressed an interest in
events related to home and garden as well as more time to socialize during club
meetings. The club during 2013–2014 implemented changes suggested by the survey
making meetings delightful gatherings of friends plus offering support to community
organizations.
September began the meeting year with a trip to Sugarloaf Winery. Perfect
weather allowed wine tasting outside, which was a relaxing prelude to an enjoyable lunch at the Comus Inn. November’s meeting had a home focus with the
topic Hardscape Complementing Landscape, which illustrated how natural
stone and wood can accent garden and floral areas. Yearend holidays were marked
by a glittering club party in early December, a highly anticipated event on the
club’s calendar.
Outreach to the local Kentlands community began in October at Kentlands Manor for
Independent Living. An expert on the history of tea and tea drinking served tea and
cream scones to more than 60 Manor residents. Reflecting on the success of this event,
the Manor manager asked the club to sponsor similar events in the future. Kentlands
artist Nannette Horan provided an excellent winter antidote by opening her Positive
Energy Art Studio (P.E.A.S.) for the club’s February meeting. Members learned about
drawing as a means to develop positive energy. In April Chef Charley at Kentlands
Whole Foods demonstrated how to cook with fresh herbs creating delicious dishes for
members to sample.
Local support to the community included a March party at the Kentlands Mansion dedicated to raising money for a local women’s shelter. Funds were collected
at a silent auction with bidding on donations from members, businesses and the
City of Gaithersburg. More funds were raised through the Kentlands House and Garden Tour when many members volunteered their beautiful homes and time for this
event. Money raised by the tour allowed the club to donate two benches in the Arts
Barn lobby.
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Meeting Year 2013–2014 ended with outdoors events. A field trip in May to Glenstone
Museum of Modern Art, an estate with an estimated 27,000 flowering plants, was an
excellent start to celebrate a new garden season. The popular June Garden Walk was
an opportunity to share the beautiful Kentlands neighborhood.
As outgoing Kentlands Garden Club President, Gloria Seelman takes great satisfaction
in the camaraderie during her 2012–2014 tenure as well as creating opportunities
for giving back to the wonderful community in which we live. She reminds the
community that the Kentlands Garden Club is always open to new members and
new ideas.
Garden Club Outgoing Officers
Garden Club Incoming Officers
President Gloria Seelman, Historian Nina
Chace, and Secretary Cathy Beuchert
President Jan Reynolds, Vice President
Nina Chace, and Secretary Cathy Beuchert
The Kentlands Garden Club will begin its 2014–2015 year next September when we
meet at 7:00pm on the first Thursday of every month through June at the Kentlands
Club House. n
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Keep Your Home Safe
While on Vacation
As the summer heats up, many of you
will escape the daily grind and head out
on a well-deserved vacation. But before
you hit the road, take a few precautions
so your home isn’t enticing to thieves or
susceptible to fire and other disasters. Not
only is having your home vandalized or
burnt to the ground a highly unpleasant
way to return from a trip, but it also puts
the rest of the association at risk, as these
problems have the potential to spread
quickly throughout the neighborhood.
So, before you take off, consider implementing these safety tips to keep your
home and our community secure.
Call on friends for help. If you’re going
to be away a week or more, ask a trusted
friend to check on your house every day
or two—or better yet, housesit—while
you’re gone. Not only will they make sure
nothing happens to your home, but you
might also ask them to bring in your mail
and newspapers, water plants or even
feed Fluffy. Of course, it’s a good idea to
let your neighbors know a friend is monitoring your property so they don’t call the
police to thwart a perceived “break-in.”
Set your lights on a timer. Leaving your
house unlit for days on end is a sure sign
to burglars that it’s empty, but so is keeping the lights on 24-7. A good way to handle the lights on/off conundrum is to set
them on a timer that’s scheduled to simulate your regular routine. Of course, if the
lights seem a bit too simulated, that can be
another telltale sign, so it’s a good idea to
set the timers in individual rooms on staggered schedules to make the light coming
from your home seem more natural.
JUNE 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com Stop your mail and newspaper. Nothing
screams “nobody’s home!” like a pile of
newspapers strewn about your doorstep
or an overflowing mailbox. So, if you
can’t get a friend or neighbor to collect
them for you, it’s best to have your mail
and paper stopped if you’re going to be
out of town for awhile.
Turn it up. Set your thermostat as high
as possible. Start with 78 degrees when
at home and 85 degrees when away. For
each degree above 72 you set the thermostat, you save between 1-3 percent.
Be sure to take into consideration your
health and comfort, and drink plenty of
fluids to stay hydrated.
Don’t leave the spare house key lying
around. That fake rock where you keep
the extra house key isn’t as discrete as
you think. Whether you keep a spare
under your welcome mat, above the
door frame or in a hide-a-key contraption, chances are it will take the nefarious types five minutes flat to find it and
gain easy entry to your house. So take it
with you, let a friend hold onto it or put
it in a safe place inside your house, even
if you’re worried about losing your other
keys. Because when it comes down to it,
calling a locksmith is less traumatic than
calling the police.
Circulate air. Use fans to create cool
breezes and keep the air moving in your
home. Ceiling fans, in particular, can
create enough air movement to make it
cooler by at least four degrees. This could
translate into a significantly lower monthly
electric bill, as ceiling fans only use about
as much energy as a 100-watt light bulb.
Make a last-minute checklist. Are all the
windows and doors locked? Stove and
oven turned off? How about all the faucets? Are the electronics unplugged and
valuables secured? Take five minutes
before you leave to ensure your house
is vacation-ready. Another run-through
of the house may seem unnecessary if
you did it earlier in the day, but knowing
you’ve left your house as safe as possible
will help you kick back and have a great
vacation.
Saving Energy to Stay Cool
Energy bills—like the temperature—
always rise in the summer. But don’t
fret: While there are big fixes* you can
incorporate to make your home more
energy-efficient, there are also many
inexpensive energy solutions, as well
as some simple and free steps that you
can take to cut down on costs and save
money.
Shut the shades. Windows allow a lot of
heat into your home. Keep drapes and
shades closed during the day to keep the
temperature down.
Open nights. At night, if it’s cooler outside than in, open your windows! Not
only will this bring some fresh air into
your home, it will give you a chance to
turn off that AC. Also, be sure to close
your windows in the morning to keep the
cooler air in longer.
Wash and dry wisely. Run only full loads
when using your dishwasher or washing
machine. Whenever possible, run those
appliances during off-peak hours or when
your air conditioner is turned off or barely running, which typically is during the
evening, to save energy. Use the clothes
dryers’ moisture-sensing automatic drying setting if it has one, and clean your
clothes dryers’ lint trap after each use.
Unplug. Electronics—such as TVs, DVDs,
chargers, computers, printers and other
devices—use electricity even when they
are turned off. By unplugging these devices when you’re not using them, you only
save a few watts, but they quickly add up
to bigger savings over time. Use a power
strip for multiple devices, and switch it off
12
before you go to bed. Also, turn off lights
in unoccupied rooms.
Plan pool time. If you have a pool, shorten the operating time if possible. Switch
the pool filter and sweeper operations to
off-peak hours and during nighttime if the
pool has automatic cleaning settings.
*As always, be sure to consult with
the KCA to get approval for any major
renovations on your home.
Stay Safe in the Water
Swimming is one of the many joys of summer, and we hope you’re able to make
good use of the pool. While we want to
make sure all our residents and guests
have fun in and around the water, our top
priority is safety. Please take note of the
pool rules posted in the locker rooms and
out on the pool deck, and follow them to
help keep everyone safe.
Pool rules promote safety, but safety is
largely up to you: it’s important to take precautions and be prepared for emergencies.
Make sure you, your family and your
guests know how to swim properly. If you
don’t, there are plenty of swimming classes
for people of all ages.
Always supervise children while they’re
around the pool, no matter how well they
can swim. It only takes one misstep for
someone to get hurt.
Take note where the reach pole, emergency phone and life preservers are located in
the pool area.
Most importantly, consider learning CPR
if you haven’t already. This simple lifesaving technique could save a life should
an accident occur.
There’s plenty of fun to be had at the pool,
and knowing how to stay safe in the water
will help make this a great summer. For
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As we come up on the 25th Anniversary of Kentlands, we are reminded of how this great community was
conceived and made into a reality. The K25 Committee has come up with an extensive list of activities to
celebrate our origins, and can be found on their website at Kentlands25.com. For a detailed account of the
Kentlands timeline, check out The Kentlands: A Home For All Seasons, a book by our very own Judy Gross.
Contact her at 301.208.1015 for a copy.
Kent Farm 1948
Aeriel View of Kent Farm
Driveway to the Kent Mansion
Early Kentlands Transportation
Mansion circa 1960
Mansion formal dining room
Kent Farm circa 1960
Original Firehouse circa 1960
Firehouse
First Kentlands Charrette, 1989
First Charrette on the Mansion lawn, 1989
Neighborhood layout
Kentlands Formal Groundbreaking, October 1989
Georgetown House concept
Georgetown House layout
Georgetown House concept becoming a reality
Early Map
Aerial view, 1990s
1989 First Gaithersburg Festival of the Arts Poster
Lake Homes
Another aerial view, 1990s
Inspiration Lake
Kentlands Clubhouse and Pool
Kentlands Playground
ready to attack or run if necessary while the deer, equally wide-eyed, were calculating
their next move having reached the edge of this particular way station.
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The Changing Nature of the Kentlands
Somewhat obstructing the view of the Giant Food store in the newly-constructed shopping center is a tree house. I walk across the field to inspect the ruins of the house,
now just a few boards as a platform with other boards scattered on the ground below. I
imagine a reconstruction of the original as a centerpiece for this neighborhood, maybe
as part of a small park. And I daydream that the few apple trees I see off to the right
will live on as part of a backyard or another small park. That lane of Osage orange
trees, just behind the apple trees, would fit nicely across from a row of houses closely
spaced together, much as in the small town of my childhood. Towns in which people
sat on their porch swings in the evening and talked to one another as passersby greeted
them from the sidewalks.
But my vision of the treehouse park is not in the architects’ plans. One day walking in
the same area with my camera, I captured on film the bulldozer plowing the tree and
treehouse under to make way for the grid of streets that now exists in its place. And so
too, my vision of the apple orchard and the Osage orange tree lane faded as these too
fell to make room for alternate plans.
Over those twenty years, the spaces left empty by the bulldozer were filled in as houses with porch swings, white picket fences, sidewalks, townhouses, condos, live-work
units, restaurants and shops all materialized from those finely drawn architects’ plans.
And the alleyways, another comforting memory from my childhood appeared, though
paved and more neatly maintained than those of my home town.
And so despite the man’s warning, the roaming herds of deer moved on, or so it
seemed. For many years, perhaps due to ongoing construction and the increasing presence of people and cars, their numbers dwindled as they were pushed further out to
more suitable and less developed areas.
The tree house and the Osage orange trees are long gone, but the descendants of
the deer who roamed the Kentlands twenty years ago have returned; either alone or
in small groups, adapting as best they can. To the smaller woodland creatures: the
rabbits, raccoons, foxes, turtles, and the many birds, these acres of isolated wooded
patches provide all the food and shelter they need. Even the heron, of which one or
two often come to fish in Lake Helene and the Quarry Park pond, need no preserved
wildlife corridor as they safely fly to reach other food sources.
The development did not stop at the townhouse on the corner of Hart Road and Golden Ash Way as one of the early residents might have hoped. It continued on across
Midtown and Main Streets to Kentlands Boulevard in a pleasing mixture of several architectural styles. These changes in the last twenty years in Kentlands have worked out
quite well for us humans. Sidewalk cafes, the Saturday farmers markets, foreign film
nights at the Arts Barn, and well, walking just about anywhere in this neighborhood
is a pleasure. The new geothermal system at the Clubhouse is cutting edge in energy
efficiency and the next twenty years may find more private homes with solar panels
or even a radical new technology that is yet to be discovered. We are privileged as
humans in this time and this place to have all our needs for food, shelter, the creative
arts, and so much more met in such a beautiful and elegant way.
As I walk around Lake Helene today just a block from the shops, I can walk into the
woods having only to cross Thurgood Street before entering into another wooded area
from which I can finally exit at the Clubhouse near my home on the edge of Quarry
Park; I find this route a pleasant alternative to the sidewalks and residential areas
which no doubt have a charm of their own.
But for the deer, who haven’t fared so well and for whom the changes have been
disruptive and stressful, may they find food, shelter, and some temporary respite in the
way stations of these same wooded areas. n
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But I’ve noticed perhaps in the past five years, an increasing number of deer in the
Kentlands. I have no proof, I have not conducted a legitimate survey, but not since the
architects’ plans came to life had I seen four deer in my condo parking lot as I did this
past year; caught as they were between the city-owned Quarry Park and the long strip
of woods across Tschiffely Square Road. They looked this way and that, and appeared
to be calculating which way to go. As I drove away, I feared they would go towards the
busy Quince Orchard Road, which is so close.
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deer back to our neighborhoods in search of the food and shelter that these woods and
open lands once provided. But the woods, though covering acres of land in the heart
of the Kentlands, are not the wildlife corridors that would assure such access. They are
small islands connected by asphalt roads and thus only temporary way stations.
While walking in the Quarry Park one day, I encountered a doe and her half-grown
fawn. Deer typically scatter after a momentary freeze when a human approaches, but
this one did not, and neither did her fawn who was feeding and thus ignoring my presence. But the doe, well aware of me, looked furtively at her fawn, then back to me,
than back again to her fawn. Meaning her no harm, I assumed I would gently continue
on the path, make a wide circle around her and be on my way, thus allowing them
both to graze in peace.
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never taking her gaze from me. Thinking this couldn’t last and that she would surely
move aside, I continued in her direction for a few steps. But she kept coming and it
was I who felt fear. It was I who turned around and walked slowly back down the path
in the direction I had come. Added to this fear was a feeling of remorse and a respect
for this creature and her fawn, who so much more naturally inhabit these woodlands
than I.
Since this encounter and in an almost identical replay of twenty years ago, I recently
watched a showdown between my cat Sammie, who sits safely at her observation post
behind the dining room window, and three deer just outside on the edge of the Quarry
woods searching for food or a possible escape route. Though a creature of the wild in
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If you haven’t found a way to keep your
children busy over summer break, maybe we can help! Below is a list of local
summer programs that may suit your
needs. This list is by no means extensive,
but it is a great place to start looking:
Valley Mill Camp • 301.948.0220
Valley Mill Day Camp has been serving
families in the Washington area since
1956, combining closeness to home
with the atmosphere of an away camp.
Sixty acres of deep woods, surrounding
a spring-fed lake, provide a delightfully
cool headquarters for a vigorous camp
program. Growth and development of
character and personality, improvement
of athletic skills, and a sense of group
fun, are our goals. Small camp groups,
led by a large staff of qualified counselors, ensure that every camper receives
individual attention.
Valley Mill Camp is accredited by the
American Camp Association. In addition to a day camp Valley Mill also
provides kayak instruction to adults and
children.
Valley Mill Kayak School and Boat Shop
has been one of the DC areas “best kept
secrets” of National Kayak champions
and Olympic medalists alike. Providing
cutting edge instruction and gear for 40
plus years, it’s a one stop place to go for
kayak instruction and kayak gear.
Quince Orchard Swim
and Tennis Club • 301.948.3116
QOSTC specializes in one-on-one and
group swim and tennis instruction. We
also offer a full-service pro shop with professional racquet stringing services. The
pro shop is an exclusive Wilson dealer,
but we also sell Prince, Gamma, Ektelon,
BDE, Tenex, BowBrand, Babolat, Ashaway, Gosen, Technifibre, Alpha, Leoina,
Winn, Forten Yonex, Toa, Dunlop, Head,
LazerFibre, and Luxilon equipment.
Established in 1970. QOSTC was built by
neighborhood developer, Dave Schain,
as an enticement to purchase a home.
Schain added a tennis “air structure” in
the late 1970’s to extend the tennis season beyond just Memorial to Labor Day.
In the spring of 1985, John Adams, then
Head Tennis Professional at Columbia
Country Club in Chevy Chase, purchased
QOSTC from Schain. Adams immediately
Kentlands Town Crier began to improve the facilities and hired
Tim Harvey as the first Head Professional
in November of 1985 and Adam’s father,
Jere Adams, oversaw general club operations for the first several years. In 1989
John installed a new air structure over the
pool area. Currently, we have five yearround swim teams spending their winter
season with us as well as Atlantic Edge
Scuba and Wet Yet.
We are a recognized site for the USTA’s
National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP)
and acknowledged in Washingtonian
Magazine, April 1999 issue as “the place
to advance your game in Maryland.”
Camp Sonshine
Germantown • 301.989.2267
Camp Sonshine is a Christian summer
camp in Germantown, MD. We are located at Neelsville Presbyterian Church
and offer incredible summer camp experiences for kids ages 4-16. We have
go-karts, archery, crafts, and many more
fun activities. Our counselors are highly
trained and love working with kids. Call
today to find out more about our amazing
programs.
Kidsco • 301.740.9600
Two Left Feet
Dance Studio • 240.632.2345
The Little Gym
of Germantown • 240.686.1640
Beginner Friendly Dance Lessons for
Adults & Kids! The Original Kentlands Dance studio… since 2001.
Adults: Ballroom & Latin and Kids: Ballet,
Tap, Pop, Jazz, Hip Hop & POMS.
We offer gymnastics classes, mommy and
me classes, dance classes, birthday parties and camps for kids 4 months to 12
years old.
Established in 2001. Started as a family
friendly studio. Two Left Feet® helps the
beginner to advanced dancer to have fun
while learning to dance.
Language Stars • 301.569.6692
Language Stars offers fun and unique
foreign language programs for children
ages 12 months to 10 years. Our nativespeaking teachers fully immerse our students in a variety of games and fun activities to encourage participation and fully
contextualize the target language.
Onekick
Martial Arts • 301.916.0870
We provide Martial Arts Program based on
Traditional Taekwondo for age of 4 and up
which very flexible schedule Monday to
Saturday. Also we offer After School Program which provide transportation from
selected local school in Germantown,
MD area. During the summer, youth full
day camp available for all summer long.
Established in 2013. Starting Martial Arts
studio at Kingsview Village Shopping in
Germantown.
Children have a “built-in” ability to
learn any language naturally as opposed to adults who must rely on translation. When it comes to language, the
earlier, the better.
Additional information about summer leisure activities can be found
on the Gaithersburg City website at
www.gaithersburgmd.gov/leisure. Have
a great summer!
Classes in Spanish, French, Mandarin
Chinese, Italian and German.
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KidsCo specializes in Before & After
School programs and Summer Camps in
Montgomery County, MD.
Established in 1998. KidsCo offers Before
and After School Programs in Montgomery County, Maryland with locations in
Rockville, Olney, Bethesda, Germantown, Gaithersburg, Damascus, Clarksburg, Montgomery Village, and Silver
Spring. Our programs incorporate a family atmosphere with all the fun of a clubstyle program! We are 100% devoted to
making sure that the expectations are met
for quality before and after school care in
our schools and communities.
During the summer months KidsCo offers outstanding Day Camps and Day Trip
Camps in Montgomery County. Our Day
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9th grade. All KidsCo Day Camps are
planned around interactive theme weeks
like Olympic Week and Carnival Week,
with two weekly trips to a local pool and
one all-day field trip each week. KidsCo
camp activities are designed to enhance
the self esteem of our campers. Camp locations are in Potomac, Rockville, Olney,
Gaithersburg, Germantown, Clarksburg
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Keep Your Backyard Bug-Free... Naturally
Courtesy of Community Associations Institute
Summer is the time for barbecue parties and sleeping under the stars, but bothersome bugs can ruin outdoor fun. Many people spray themselves and their lawns with
chemical repellants to get rid of these pests, but there are natural alternatives that are
environmentally friendly to your home and our association. Here are a few tips to help
you enjoy a bug-free summer.
Get growing. Planting a simple garden can do wonders in keeping the bug count
down. Plants like garlic, radishes, marigolds, nasturtium, oregano, sage, rosemary,
cilantro and mint are easy to cultivate and can make the area in and around your
garden uninviting to the creepy crawlers, as they act as natural bug repellants.
Pest-control never looked or tasted so good!
Wet and wild. Eliminate stagnate or standing water in your yard; it provides breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Emptying used kiddy pools and fountains and refilling
them with fresh water, cleaning gutters of leaves and other rain-blocking debris and
filling in puddles with dirt are just some of the ways to reduce the buzzing bugs in
your yard.
Going to the birds. Setting up a few bird houses in your yard is not only a great way
to enjoy the beauty of our feathered friends, but it also mitigates bug problems, since
many birds love to dine on dragonflies, dung beetles and the ilk.
Candle in the wind. When outdoors, ignite an all-natural bug repellant candle nearby
to keep the bugs at bay, and enjoy the sweet smell of citronella, lavender, mint and
other aromas that pests find repugnant. Brands such as BioSensory, Solay, Melo and
Yankee Candle have jumped onto the debugging bandwagon and offer eco-conscious
candles.
Light up the night. Many high-flying insects are drawn to light like a moth to the…
you get the idea. So, why not install an elevated yellow bug light on your back porch
or deck to attract those critters up and away from the ground (and you!) when you
spend an evening outdoors. Of course, be sure to review our CC&Rs or talk with to an
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Kentlands Real Estate Listings
Address
Housing Type
List Price
Days on
Market
104 Kendrick Pl #28................. Condo...............................$282,000......................... 1
104 Kendrick Pl #18................. Condo...............................$295,000....................... 19
7 Granite Place #419................ Condo...............................$324,900......................... 3
110 Chevy Chase St. #401........ Condo...............................$374,900....................... 20
142 Kendrick Pl #142............... Carriage Home..................$385,000....................... 25
176 Chevy Chase St. A.............. Condo...............................$434,000....................... 41
127 Chevy Chase St. A.............. Condo............................... $439,000...................... 47
102 Ridgepoint Pl..................... Condo...............................$459,900....................... 89
92 Chevy Chase St.................... Condo...............................$465,000....................... 19
118 Ridgepoint Pl..................... Townhome.........................$489,900......................... 7
206 Ridgepoint Pl..................... Townhome ........................$499,900..................... 125
250 Beckwith St........................ Cottage..............................$515,000..................... 138
592 Chestertown St................... Townhome.........................$518,900....................... 57
211 Little Quarry...................... Cottage..............................$655,000....................... 22
314 Alfandre St......................... Townhome.........................$762,500....................... 46
325 Hart Rd.............................. Townhome.........................$775,000....................... 11
103 Beckwith St........................ Single Family ....................$819,000....................... 82
101 Beckwith St........................ Single Family.....................$824,900....................... 10
205 Tschiffely Sq Rd................. Single Family ....................$825,000....................... 90
160 Kent Oaks Way.................. Single Family.....................$879,900....................... 50
224 Kent Oaks Mews................ Single Family.....................$949,000....................... 18
115 Leekes Lot Way.................. Single Family.....................$1,024,900.................... 46
336 Little Quarry Rd................. Single Family.....................$1,145,000.................... 96
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Address
Housing Type
List Price
Days on
Market
124 Kendrick Place #28............ Condo...............................$289,000..................... 142
931 Beacon Sq Ct. #26............. Condo...............................$299,000....................... 22
212 Ridgepoint Pl #36.............. Condo...............................$330,000....................... 44
178 Chevy Chase St.................. Condo...............................$375,000....................... 33
349 Alfandre Mews................... Cottage..............................$590,000....................... 56
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438 Little Quarry Rd................. Townhome.........................$619,900......................... 1
640 Chestertown St................... Townhome.........................$619,900......................... 1
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221 Firehouse Lane................... Townhome.........................$655,000....................... 49
321 Alfandre St......................... Townhome.........................$733,000....................... 29
210 Kent Oaks Way.................. Single Family ....................$774,900......................... 0
417 Tschiffely Square Rd........... Single Family.....................$840,000......................... 2
221 Massbury St....................... Single Family.....................$930,000....................... 64
321 Little Quarry Road............. Single Family.....................$997,000....................... 79
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Address
Housing Type
Orig/List Price Sold Price Days on
Market
214 Ridgepoint Pl #12..........Condo........................... $300,000.......... $270,000..... 141
304 Ridgepoint Pl.................Condo........................... $285,000.......... $292,900....... 27
182 Kendrick Pl #24.............Condo........................... $298,500.......... $278,000..... 115
124 Kendrick Pl #16.............Condo........................... $299,990.......... $289,990....... 96
115 Hart Rd..........................Single Family................. $699,900.......... $699,900......... 5
333 Chestertown St...............Single Family................. $774,900.......... $774,900......... 2
325 Alfandre St.....................Townhome.................... $810,000.......... $810,000......... 0
108 Thurgood St. ..................Single Family................. $899,900.......... $870,000....... 27
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204 Massbury St...................Single Family................. $1,020,000....... $1,020,000...... 4
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209 Massbury St...................Single Family ................ $1,025,000....... $1,030,000...... 0
107 Lake St...........................Single Family................. $1,050,000....... $1,017,000...... 8
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Project to Collect Worn American Flags Foundation News
Kentlands/Lakelands 5K 2014 Open for Business!
Christopher Hunter, Boy Scout and lifelong Kentlands resident, is collecting worn
American flags between Flag Day (June 14), and Independence Day (July 4) as his
Eagle Scout service project. The flags will then be properly retired in a ceremony a few
days later under his direction.
Registration is now open for the 21st Annual Kentlands/Lakelands 5K volunteers are
needed to fill several positions on the committee. It’s a whole lot of fun and raises
funds for several great causes! Please contact [email protected].
Residents can drop off their worn and tattered flags in a designated box at one of these
four locations:
Sun., July 20
Packing boxes at Germantown HELP 1pm to 2pm
July
Wider Circle with Lakelands Lionfish swimteam, time and date tbd
Sun., Aug. 17
• Kentlands Clubhouse
Kidserve Calendar of Events for 2014
Sat, Sept. 6th or Sun., Sept. 14th Food drive, location and time tbd
• Lakelands Clubhouse
Sun., Sept. 21 Packing boxes at Germantown HELP 1pm to 2pm
• Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Kentlands
Sun., Oct. 19
Oct.
First Fruits farm with Manna Food in Freeland, MD, date and time tbd
Sun., Nov. 9
Special project with K25: homeless transition house warming baskets
• Pritchard Music Academy on Main St.
Sun., Nov. 16 Packing boxes at Germantown HELP 1pm to 2pm
Sun., Dec. 21 Packing boxes at Germantown HELP 1pm to 2pm
*Please note that dates and times are subject to change; email us at kidserve@yahoo.
com with questions.*
Back by Popular Demand: Manhattan Short Film Festival October 5
Watch for more details about tickets for the Manhattan Short Film Festival October 5 at
the Kentlands Stadium 10. Tickets will be on sale in September at www.kentlands.org.
Kentlands Acoustic Jam
Do you Do Music? The Foundation is jazzed to introduce a new, on-going program:
Acoustic Jam Sessions. Held the first and fourth Thursdays of each month, the sessions
are open to all regardless of where you live or what your skill level is, so please join
the fun! For more information or get in on the set list ahead of time please contact:
[email protected]. n
Alternatively, residents can request a pickup by sending an email to Christopher
Hunter at [email protected]. He will arrange a time for two Boy
Scouts to come to your home to collect the flag.
“I have wanted to collect and retire American flags as my Eagle Scout service project
for a long time,” said Hunter. “I bike through the neighborhood a lot and love to see
homes with the flag flying. I want to provide a service by properly retiring many of the
flags that have flown in our community for years. This is something I can do to give
back to the community I love.”
The Kentlands Community Foundation is sponsoring Hunter’s project. “The foundation is thrilled to sponsor such an important and meaningful effort,” said Carrie Dietz,
foundation director. “So many area residents have flags and many are unsure of the
proper way to dispose of them.
The project also caught the interest of Kentlands resident and host of cable TV show
“Lip Gloss & A Sander”. “I find the American Flag to be such an enduring symbol of
what makes America such a great place to live,” said Edell. “ I recently posted a short
video and a document on my Facebook page discussing flag etiquette. When I heard
about Chris Hunter and his Eagle Scout project, I was so honored to help and be part
of something that respects the American Flag.” Some residents aren’t quite sure what to do with worn American flags and they just sit
for years folded in a closet. Others don’t want to take the time to retire them properly.
This project will benefit the community by providing residents a simple way to dispose
of used American flags knowing that they will be properly retired.
If you are interested in attending the retirement ceremony or would like more information on this project, please contact Christopher Hunter at kentlandsflagcollection@
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444 Highland Ridge Ave.
213 Painted Post Ln.
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345 Main Street
North Potomac, MD 20878
301-947-6500

June 2014 - Kentlands

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