Roy Kelley

"Some influences in life are chosen, while others are thrust upon us by fate."   "Some influences in life are chosen, while others are thrust upon us by fate."When my parents died, my brother and I became the responsibility of my Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Orval, our dad's brother and his wife. They ...

Gaithersburg Green MonthJoin us in activities that celebrate and improve the environment during Gaithersburg Green Month in April. An official proclamation designating April as “Gaithersburg Green Month” will be presented at the April 7 Mayor and City Council meeting. Click here to learn more.Thi...

New Carousel and Half-Price Tickets TodayMontgomery Parks is offering half-price carousel rides at Wheaton Regional Park on Saturday, April 5 to celebrate the opening of a new carousel. The new carousel features colorful, hand-painted, fiberglass horses and zebras, as well as two bench-like chari...

Specially Selected Coconut Top Crusted FlounderChef Dolores served the Specially Selected Coconut Top Crusted Flounder for our dinner at home and it was delicious. We purchased this selection at our local Aldi store in Gaithersburg, Maryland. If you like flounder and shop at Aldi, you may wish to...

“Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.” — Unknown   “Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.” — Unknown My mother was a huge influence on the woman I am today. She lived with quiet strength, fierce determination, and a de...

Montgomery County Public Libraries Spring EventsMontgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) is offering a range of exciting programs this spring, designed to engage and inspire the whole community. From programs for parents and young children to workshops for teens, there’s something for everyone. ...

Regional Bike to Work Day Registration OpenRegistration is now open for the annual Regional Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 15! https://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/Press_Detail.aspx?Item_ID=46777This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Conservatory Display, Longwood Gar...

A recipe from the kitchen of Will Hamm.      Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Buffalo Chicken Meatballs Ingredients: 1 lb ground chicken ½ cup breadcrumbs 1 large egg ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon smoked paprika For the Filling: 4 oz cr...

Resources for Federal WorkersIf you or someone you know has been impacted by the federal government transition, we’ve compiled a list of official government resources to assist during this time. This list includes links to current federal and state assistance programs.Click here for the resource ...

Book Recommendation: A Case of Redemption by Adam MitznerI enjoyed reading A Case of Redemption (2013) by Adam Mitzner and recommend it for your reading list. This is the first of his books I have read and I plan to read the others. Click on the link to reach the website.Dan Sorenson was once a h...