Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant Opportunity DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS MARCH 31, 2009 The Maryland Environmental Trust is accepting grant applications for the Keep Maryland Beautiful program from voluntary non-profit groups or communities for solutions to environmental problems. The grants are part of the Trust's Keep Maryland Beautiful activities, which are funded by the State Highway Administration, a division of the Maryland Department of Transportation. The Margaret Rosch Jones Award is awarded to an ongoing project that has already demonstrated success in solving an environmental issue, whether local or statewide. The Bill James Environmental Grants are awarded to nonprofit youth groups for new environmental education projects in their community. To be considered, a project must have:... 03/06/2009

For those that don't know Chesapeake's Bounty was in prince Frederick. They have live crabs when they are in season. They sell plants from Spring-Fall. I have bought a few tropical plants from them before. In the winter they sell Christmas trees and firewood. The new location is at the intersection of 4 and St Leonard Road. It will be great for me since I live in Saint Leonard and I love buying fresh crabs. I also go to the nursery to buy plants often since that is one of my hobbies. The sign says they will open in the Spring. They were still working on the building when I drove by today. Phyllis Minik www.southernmarylandvacation.com     02/19/2009

LIST PRICE:  $280,000 Located in Saint Leonard in Calvert Beach", a water privileged community on the Chesapeake Bay.  Mid-Calvert County location.  Convenient to shopping, restaurants, Solomons Island, Prince Frederick & marine activities.  Easy commute to DC/VA, Andrews Air Force Base, Annapolis & Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Price has been reduced!  Recently appraised for $315,000.  This 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath Colonial is being offered for only $280,000!  Great deal on this beautiful home situated on a cul-de-sac on a 1.14 acre lot.  Just 2 blocks from BOATING & the CHESAPEAKE BAY! This lovely home offers 1,850 sq. ft. of living space & features hardwood floors on 1st and 2nd levels, livingroom with brick fireplace with a wood stove insert, dining area & familyroom combo, patio, ... 02/16/2009

Saint Leonard Creek is my favorite creek in Calvert County. It is located off the Patuxent River and has sail boat depth water in places. The creek is located in Lusby and Saint Leonard. Businesses include Vera's Restaurant with a beach and there is also a marina pictured in this photo. There are 3 homes for sale on the creek. Prices range from $550,000-$4,600,000.    02/16/2009

Whether it's a lakefront cottage, a cabin in the woods or a waterfront home with a pier on a river or creek, a vacation home often seems like a dream that only the wealthy can afford.  But these days, you don't have to be a millionaire to own one. With today's continued low interest rates, the tax advantages a second home can bring, and a wide selection of homes at great prices, this is an excellent time to consider purchasing a second home as an investment - and a great getaway place. Once you've settled on a community, work with a Realtor and lending institution to determine how much home you can afford.  Drive around the town and it's neighborhoods & experience the day-to-day activity around potential properties.  Keep in mind you may decide to retire to the area one day.  Will the p... 02/12/2009

There are currently 84 active listings. 15 are new construction. 7 of the listings are pre-foreclosures, 1 is a  foreclosure. 13 homes were listed in January and 4 homes went under contract.  Six homes sold in January.  Home prices range from 264,500 for a foreclosure to 1,795,000 for a large waterfront home. View homes for sale and information on vacation and second homes in Saint Leonard, Port Republic and Broomes Island area go to http://www.SouthernMarylandVacation.com/ Phyllis Minik 02/06/2009

UNIQUE & SECLUDED WATERFRONT HOME! This wonderful custom built "Contemporary" home is one of a kind with 5 levels, vaulted ceilings & many extras.  This great home is equally suited for formal or casual entertaining.  Features 5 bedroom, 4 full baths with over 3,000 sq. ft. of living space.  Situated on a private & peaceful .63 acre lot with 200' of waterfront on Rock Creek with a 50' pier & some bulkhead.  Located on a sheltered cove with excellent crabbing & boating out to the Patuxent River. 4721 Rock Creek Circle, Saint Leonard, Maryland 20685 A few of the home features include newly installed extensive decking for relaxing, entertaining & enjoying the beautiful waterview, nature & wildlife.  There are 2 master suites with full baths, gourmet kitchen with center island w/Jenn Aire c... 01/28/2009

I thought I would share information about a wonderful non-profit organization in Southern Maryland which is located in Calvert County.  Stop by and visit their Shop The Spot - Thrift Shop in Saint Leonard.  All proceeds benefit low cost spay & neuter & pet rescue. SOUTHERN MARYLAND SPAY AND NEUTER, INC. A non-profit organization dedicated to ending the euthanasia of all healthy animal companions through low cost spay and neuter.   They operate the STOP PET OVERPOPULATION THRIFT-SHOP  (SPOT).  They use the profits made through the sale of donated items to fund low cost spay and neuters.  They provide individuals and local humane organizations with grants for low and no cost spay and neuter of companion animals.  Their goal is to open and operate a high quality low cost spay and neuter cl... 01/10/2009

Sorry I meant to post this earlier! The deadline is today for Saint Leonard Town Center Survey to be turned in. You can fill it out online at www.co.cal.md/us under Saint Leonard Town Center Develpment Plans. The survey lets you have an input on density, appartments, building design and more. The survey includes allowin green roofs. 11/12/2008

Homes currently on the market is 65 active listings 3 of these are new construction.  One of the active listings is a pre-foreclosure and one is a foreclosure. 8 homes were listed in September and no homes went under contract.  Four houses sold in September compared with 2 last month. Home prices range from 198,000 for a home in Cape Leonard to $1,969,0009 for a home in Saint Leonard Shores. View homes for sale and information on vacation and second homes in the Solomons area go to http://www.SouthernMarylandVacation.com/ 10/07/2008

Homes currently on the market is 64 active listings 7 of these are new construction.  7 were listed in December and three homes went under contract.  Three homes sold in December. Home prices range from $169,000 for a home on Fir Rd to $2,400,000 for a waterfront home on St Leonard Creek. View homes for saleand information on vacation and second homes in the St Leonard area go to http://www.smdvacation.com/ 01/30/2008

New information if you are thinking of moving into the Saint Leonard area. You may want to be here to hear all of the changes upcoming in the area. St. Leonard Town CenterMaster Plan Update Kick-off meetingTuesday, January 22, 2008Open House 6:30pm, Presentation 7pmSt. Leonard Elementary School5370 St. Leonard Road, Saint Leonard MD  The Calvert County Planning and Zoning Department is coordinating the update to the St. Leonard Town Center Master Plan, originally adopted in 1995. The Town Center Master Plan sets policies and actions that guide the physical development within the Town Center, including both public and private development. The Kick-off meeting is a first in a series of meetings for teh public to provide input for the St. Leonard master Plan update. You are invited to atte... 01/22/2008

This past weekend I drove 2 hours to book a loan and then I drove another hour in the opposite direction to meet with new clients. I believe selling service and that you actually care about your clients to go that extra means alot to them. I try to get to know my clients so they can feel very comfortable with me. They will get a monthly newsletter from and other mailings to make sure they are reminded of me every month. I guess I can thank my dad for making me this way. Hardest working man I have ever seen! I hope you all have a great 2007. 03/27/2007