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Nestled in Forsyth County, North Carolina, Kernersville offers a delightful blend of southern hospitality, rich history, and vibrant charm. Whether you're a history buff seeking a glimpse into the past or a leisure traveler looking for a relaxing escape, Kernersville has something for everyone.A Journey Through Time: Kernersville's HistoryKernersville's story begins in the early 1800s with Ferdinand Kern, a German immigrant who established a flour mill along the banks of the Yadkin River, between Greensboro and Winston Salem. This mill became the cornerstone of the community, attracting residents and laying the foundation for the town's growth.As you explore Kernersville's historic district, you'll be transported back in time. Stroll down brick-lined streets lined with beautifully prese... 04/21/2024

Drum Circle Announcement!! This will be for Sunday, April 21st, 2024 at the Sunken Meadow State Park. We'll dedicate this drum circle in celebration for the upcoming Earth Day! Please join us to co-create some funky beats and rhythms!! And we welcome all types of instruments, not just drums Meeting on Sunday, April 21st, 2024 at Sunken Meadow State Park, parking Lot 3 (field 3), near the concession stand along the boardwalk from 3PM - 6PM. Laura Cerrano will bring a few extra drums and small percussions.Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hZprKHB7x3Pv5fsW6https://fengshuimanhattan.com/drum-circle-facilitator 04/20/2024

This week's choices are for women as Mother's Day is not far off. Maybe you are lucky enough to have a mom or you are a mom. Maybe you are just looking for yourself.   Philadelphia Steals and Deals Gifts Mom Day or Just for Fun  This week's choices are for women as Mother's Day is not far off. Maybe you are lucky enough to have a mom or you are a mom. Maybe you are just looking for yourself. So here you go with this week's selection.  I stopped getting gel nails and acrylic nails during COVID-19. The pain of letting them grow out was horrid, and I decided that it was time. I tried so many different polishes and promises. It was not until I discovered BeautyGarde, a plant-based formula it works. It is called Rocket Nail Fuel. You put a coat of polish on every day. You can purchase direct... 04/21/2024

Google Fiber is coming to our section of Canyon Creek! They have been working their way through our community and use a technique called Micro Trenching, where they cut between the asphalt and the concrete curb to install the fiber line. Their expansion includes many new addresses and you can check your address for availability on their site. We just had new asphalt laid in our section of the community and finished last week! It’s too bad Google Fiber hadn’t already expanded to our section but the City had the new asphalt scheduled.   Many are wondering about all the markings we see on our streets. The markings are put there by other utilities in preparation for Google Fiber. Check out the color codes below indicating a different utility. It's going to be a process and many will be watc... 04/21/2024

Like so many across the world, we are celebrating Earth Day at our office building, “Plaza One” at the Arboretum from 9 am - 11am. This annual event held today on April 22, 2024 demonstrates support for environmental protection. Vendors will be on hand to accept recycled items.This year the theme for World Earth day centers on Planet vs. Plastics to bring thoughtfulness to the serious issue of plastic pollution and how it harms our environment. World Earth Day is both a grim reminder of the work that must be done and also a celebration for the progress we have made when it comes to climate change efforts. It’s amazing to me the wide range of events coordinated globally by 1 billion people in more than 193 countries!Check out Earth.org to become more informed. Their vision proclamation i... 04/22/2024

2 BDRM Townhouse with Garage For Lease517 Dowd Ave Canton, CT 06019Price $2,200 per monthLovely townhouse for rent in Canton Village, a charming community conveniently near shops, dining, entertainment and recreation. 517 Dowd Ave is a spacious 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome comes with one-car detached garage, remodeled full bath, new washer and dryer and private patio. Main level features a well-appointed kitchen, pantry, dining room, living room, patio and laundry. Upstairs you’ll find primary bedroom with walk-in closet, second bedroom across the hall sharing full bath with tub. Enjoy the comforts of natural gas heating, central air and access to public water/sewer. For outdoor enthusiasts: Walk, Bike or Hike the Farmington River Trail or venture to Collinsville where you can shop, din... 04/19/2024

Now showing in Fairview Condominiums18 Fairview Dr Unit 3 Danbury, CT 068102 Bedroom Condo just listed $210,000Now showing Building 18 Unit 3 in Fairview Condominiums this weekend. Open house Saturday, April 20th and Sunday, April 21st from 11am to 1pm. This upper-level 2 bedroom ranch-style condo boasts abundant natural light, open living space and ample storage. Discover hardwood floors beneath the wall-to-wall carpeting. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon on the enclosed porch, accessible form the rear entrance. Spacious dining room, living room and kitchen with laundry hookup for added convenience. Residents benefit from additional storage and common laundry facilities with the complex. Additionally, residents can relax and enjoy the summer months at Fairview's gated in-ground pool. Fairvi... 04/19/2024

Philadelphia Steals and Deals Gifts Mom Day or Just for Fun This week's choices are for women as Mother's Day is not far off. Maybe you are lucky enough to have a mom or you are a mom. Maybe you are just looking for yourself. So here you go with this week's selection. I stopped getting gel nails and acrylic nails during COVID-19. The pain of letting them grow out was horrid, and I decided that it was time. I tried so many different polishes and promises. It was not until I discovered BeautyGarde, a plant-based formula it works. It is called Rocket Nail Fuel.You put a coat of polish on every day. You can purchase directly from them or Amazon. I do not have the time to sit in a Salon for a manicure. The polish is not cheap, about $32 for a top coat, which you also use as a primer - and a ... 04/20/2024

MTA Free Transit Day, Monday, April 22On April 22nd MTA proudly joins the global community in honoring the importance of environmental conservation by celebrating Earth Day! MTA invites riders to Free Transit Day on all modes on April 22nd. Visit https://mta.maryland.gov/articles/437 for more details.  Spring Blossoms, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 2900Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 04/21/2024

Gaithersburg Book Festival ScheduleDon’t forget! The Gaithersburg Book Festival is on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Bohrer Park. It’s FREE to attend and FREE to park. Please join us…you can see a list of all authors, all programming, and details at http://gaithersburgbookfestival.org This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement  Rose, Kentlands Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA IMG 7917Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 04/25/2024

Molly the Lifesaver Meet Molly, the 8-year-old Labrador who saved her family from a fire in their Montgomery County home! Alerting them to call the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Squad just in time, Molly proved that sometimes heroes have four legs and a tail. She's not just a pet; she's a lifesaver. https://ow.ly/XlEN50RiXZ0This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement. Orchid, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4342Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 04/20/2024

Do your part on Earth Day and every day This Earth Day, let’s come together to enhance the beauty of our community, protect the environment and promote sustainable practices for a greener future! There are several opportunities coming up to do your part.   Earth Day Clean-up event   Keep Colorado colorful by cleaning up natural open space areas at the upcoming Earth Day Clean-up event at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20, at Centre Hills Park, 16300 E. Centretech Parkway. All supplies provided. To register, visit AuroraGov.org/OSNRvolunteers. For questions and to register volunteers ages 15 and younger, email Fendi Despres at fdespres@auroragov.org.   Free mulch   The city is offering free mulch on select Saturdays (April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17). Bring your pick-up truck or o... 04/18/2024

J. Felton Neighborhood Matching Grant Program Applications for the Frederick J. Felton Neighborhood Matching Grant Program are open. This program awards dollar-for-dollar matching grants of up to $5,000 to support community improvement projects The deadline to apply is May 13, don't miss out. Visit https://gburg.md/neighborhoodgrantsThis is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Lily, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania USA IMG 4328Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs 04/24/2024

The nearest airport to Provo is the new Provo airport, but at the time of this writing, it’s not an international airport, and it’s tiny! The Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) was the nearest international airport to Provo, Utah before Provo Airport announced they will be catering to international flights. I was surprised at how busy the SLCIA has become. It has grown in just the last 7 years. I feel like it has doubled in size. I have been flying to Salt Lake City each year for the past 7 years until I moved to Provo. I am used to seeing all the return missionaries being greeted as they return home from their missions. Still, these crowds are more than just return missionaries. Over 26 million people fly in and out of the Salt Lake City International Airport. This airport rank... 04/18/2024

Eagle Ridge Summer Bocce League Registration is now full!  Sub & waitlist sign ups still welcome - League information can be found at ERBocce.com  Bocce Pre - Season SocialApril 18th, 5:00 - 8:00PM @ The Courts Bring your beverage and dish to share!Come on down and check it out.  This is always a big event in Eagle Ridge.This social will be the event to kick off the new season.See you there! 04/18/2024

I've never know of a person or pet exploding but there are times when Carol or I have sneezed and scared the heck out of each other. On the other hand 2023 Was the Deadliest Year for Home Gas Explosions in Two Decades. If there is ever a time you think you smell natural gas in your home GET OUT and call the gas company. They will send someone out immediately. If it's a night or weekend call 911, that is what they are there for. Not long ago I posted about a deadly incident with my daughter (thankfully the two deaths were her pet birds).   04/18/2024

Flèche Healthy Treats will make its first appearance at Grumpy Goat Coffee’s next Sips & Bites free tasting event on Thursday, April 25 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.  The Grumpy Goat roastery is located at 28280 Old 41 Rd., Unit 11, Bonita Springs.  Flèche Healthy Treats creates a variety of diabetic-friendly sugar-free, gluten-free and dairy-free treats, including cookies and chocolate snacks using natural and wholesome ingredients.  Attendees can meet their local master coffee roaster and other artisan food and beverage experts and enjoy samples of their creations in a casual, happy hour style setting.  Exhibitors including Grumpy Goat Coffee, Kristi’s Key Lime Cookies, Pansardo Italian Food Specialties, Olde Naples Chocolate and Global Wellness Source will be providing free tastings includi... 04/17/2024

When visiting Historic Rt 66 in Kingman, AZ, tourists and current residents may be surprised to see this new mural that has been added to the existing plethora of murals. This newest mural is actually on Rt. 66 (Andy Devine Avenue) between a new small business coffee shop, Mudd on 66, and the original drug store that is now a secondary Post Office.Kingman, AZ prides itself on being the hub of Rt. 66. Historic Kingman, the original town/city, boasts many unique shops and restaurants. Yes Kingman, AZ does have a historic culture expressed through numerous murals. Watch for further postings about these small businesses on and near Rt 66 as well as history of Kingman, AZ. Feature Photo Courtesy of Leanne M SmithAny reproduction of Leanne M Smith’s blog for use by any AI or GAI, distribution... 04/18/2024

I've never know of a person or pet exploding but there are times when Carol or I have sneezed and scared the heck out of each other.On the other hand 2023 Was the Deadliest Year for Home Gas Explosions in Two Decades. If there is ever a time you think you smell natural gas in your home GET OUT and call the gas company. They will send someone out immediately. If it's a night or weekend call 911, that is what they are there for. Not long ago I posted about a deadly incident with my daughter (thankfully the two deaths were her pet birds).  04/18/2024

Gaithersburg Farmers Markets, April 18 & 20CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!     CASEY FARMERS MARKET 810 South Frederick Ave   WINTER SEASON Select Thursday 11 AM - 2:30 PM   April 18 ____________   CURRENT CASEY MARKET VENDORS   SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE OF FOOD TRUCKS HERE!   Nomz Food Truck: Best Persian food truck in the DMV!   Black Horse Kettle Corn: The perfect salty and sweet snack.   Bread & Cupcakes: Fresh breads, hearty soups, and tasty treats.   Calypso N 'Roux: Frozen prepared chicken, meats, fish, seasonings and juices.   Gram's Jam's LLC: Homemade jams, apple butter and honey.   Izaak Walton League of America: Historic conservation organizations working to achieve practical policies that balance conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.    Saints Row Brewing: Locally craft... 04/17/2024