Lakelands Leader September 2012

Transcription

Lakelands Leader September 2012
W W W.L AKEL ANDS.ORG
September 2012
Wine Tasting
September 22,
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Lakelands Clubhouse,
Red Room
Join your friends and neighbors for
an evening! The social committee will
provide wine and Not Your Average
Joe’s will provide appetizers. There
will be a mystery wine contest with
prizes.
Please note there will be no
trash pick up on Labor Day,
Monday, September 3.
Std
US Postage
PAID
Suburban MD
Permit #6437
The Lakelands Leader
is now on Facebook.
Follow us for all of the
latest community news!
Volume 14 Issue 9
A Border Without Controversy
By Christina Xu
Kentlands?
Lakelands?
L akelands? Kentlands? T his
question has puzzled many a
Gaithersburgian. But at last,
the truth will be revealed and
the myth that the Kentlands
and Lakelands are “pretty much
the same thing” will at last be
busted.
We begin with a brief overview of
the two communities. According
to their prospective websites,
the Kentlands, founded in the
late 1980s, is an “award-winning
neo-traditional communit y.”
The Lakelands, created in
1998, is a “340-acre Traditional
Neighborhood Development.”
So the moment of t ruth
Clyde Horton, Rachel Carreras and Sawyer Smith
approaches — where is the border?
Photo by Gina Dropik
City of Gaithersburg GIS Planner
But what does that mean? The communities are rather
and Staff Liaison to the Board of
evenly divided. Lakelands includes Lakes Nirvana, Sheila,
Appeals says, the border “follows Inspiration Lane, crosses
Varuna, and Turtle Pond. Kentlands includes Lakes Helene,
Main Street, then goes along the back of the live-works, then
Inspiration, and Lynette. Lakelands is home to Lakelands
crosses Heathwalk Street and runs behind the condos on
Park Middle School. Kentlands has Rachel Carson Elementary
Chevy Chase Street.”
See BORDER on page 5
Celebrate the Last Weekend at the Pool
By Gina Dropik
Return Address:
The Lakelands Leader
960 Main St.
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
The pool will remain open on Sunday and Monday of
Labor Day weekend, and will close to swimmers at 5:45
p.m. on Monday, September 3. The 2012 pool season will
then culminate with the Annual Dog Swim from 6:30
– 8:00 p.m. when all Lakelands residents are invited to
bring their dogs to the pool, for the one and only time of
the year that Lakelands canine residents get to enjoy the
water!
Just a few rules apply to make this a fun event for everyone.
Dogs will only be allowed in the main pool. We ask that
owners do not accompany their dogs in the pool. Please
keep your dog on a leash while on the pool deck. It’s a
good idea to take your dog on a long walk before coming
Photo by Kathy McKee
Labor Day weekend is traditionally the final weekend
of the summer. It’s also the last weekend the Lakelands
pool will be open. Don’t miss this last opportunity to
enjoy our community’s most popular amenity! The
Social Committee is hosting a Raft Night on Saturday,
September 1, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. A DJ will provide
musical entertainment and Rita’s Italian ice will be
available to all residents.
to the dog swim to ensure he has done his business before
entering the pool. But just in case, please bring bags for
clean up.
On a final note, residents are reminded to keep their pool
passes. A fee will be charged to replace all lost cards. So
keep them in a safe place until next year!
Summer Home Preview
eOO
v
i
T
t
c
A
ing
Com
!
Soon
e
v
i
t
c
A
w
NeFOR
By ELAINE KOCH
& ASSOCIATES
e
Activ
Garage and Storage
Single Family Home
Photo
Front Porch!
For Rent Too
140 Chevy Chase Street #304
KENTLANDS
518 Leaning Oak Street
LAKELANDS
972 Featherstone Street
LAKELANDS • $829,900
127 Thurgood Street
KENTLANDS • $995,000/$3,995
act
r
t
n
Co
t
act
r
t
n
Co
c
a
t
n
Co
Sold
1 day on the market
Contract In 4 Days
0 Days On Market
Contract In 6 Days
717 B Main Street
LAKELANDS • $410,000
340 Chestnut Hill Street
LAKELANDS • $549,900
150 Chevy Chase St #306
246 Hart Mews
KENTLANDS • $584,900
Sold
KENTLANDS • $640,000
Sold
Sold
Brought The Buyer
Brought The Buyer
103% of list price in
5 days
420 Phelps Street
LAKELANDS • $515,000
415 Lakelands Drive
LAKELANDS • $790,000
213 Ridgepoint Place
KENTLANDS • $533,050
Sold
100% Of List Price
In 72 Hours
315B Cross Green Street
LAKELANDS• $389,900
Quince Orchard Park
ld
So
Wondering the Value of Your Home?
Request a FREE Home Market Analysis
301.840.7320
elaine@elainekoch.com
www.elainkoch.com
2 The Lakelands Leader
KENTLANDS OFFICE
345 Main Street
North Potomac, MD 20878
301-947-6500
September 2012
communitynews
12 at the Kentlands Clubhouse, from
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Please RSVP to karen.
palman@aol.com.
By Gina Dropik
Are You New to Lakelands?
Don’t Miss the Kentlands/Lakelands
5K & Kids Fun Run
September 1 at 8:00 a.m.
Please Note: Registration is limited to 1500
Jim & Lori Wakefield
Lakelands Receives Grant from City
Lakelands was among 15 neighborhood
and homeowner associations to be
awarded a grant from the City of
Gaithersburg Frederick J. Felton
Neighborhood Matching Grant
Program. The program provides an
incentive for neighborhood organizations
to improve their communities. Lakelands
was awarded $2,500 which will be used
for landscaping a memorial for Melinda
Nickols, past Community Manager.
August Board Meeting
976 Featherstone Street
Install video system on outside of house.
Approved.
David and Ann Granger
971 Featherstone Street
Install retractable patio awning on
garage wall overlooking patio & replace
fabric on existing awning. Approved.
Gail Davis
516 Kersten Street
Install a generator. Approved.
Brian & Stacy Hurney
The August LCA Board meeting was
held on August 13. The board approved
the following:
415 Lakelands Drive
Install semi-private fence and gate.
Approved with drainage clause and signatures
of adjacent neighbors.
The purchase of five new 25-meter racing
lane lines for the lap pool.
September Board Meeting
The appointment of Cynthia Pansing
to the Board of Directors to fulfill the
remaining term of Mike Aubrey.
A proposal from Associates Plumbing,
Inc. to install an approved grease
abatement system for the kitchen to meet
WSSC Fats, Oil and Grease regulations.
A proposal from Miller-Dodson
Associates, Inc. to conduct a Replacement
Reserve Study for LCA.
From the Design Review Committee
The Lakelands Design Review
Committee reviewed the following
applications at their August meeting:
Juan and Rachel Herrera
711 Lake Varuna Drive
Install flagstone patio in backyard.
Approved with drainage clause.
Dana Choe
643A Main Street
Install full-view, tempered glass storm
door. Approved.
Kevin Reed
706 Linslade Street
Install patio under deck; walkway from
house to garage; rebuild retaining wall;
spread gravel under deck steps; install
lighting. Approved with drainage clause.
Jim & Lori Wakefield
976 Featherstone Street
Replace five windows. Denied – needs
elevation drawings showing existing and
proposed windows and grill types of existing
and proposed windows.
September 2012
The LCA Board will host their next
meeting on Monday, September 10, at
7:00 p.m. on the second floor of the
Lakelands Clubhouse. All residents are
invited. The meeting begins with an
Open Forum during which residents
can address issues of concern.
Congratulations to Ed & Peg Quinn
Lakelands residents Ed and Peg
Quinn celebrated their 60th wedding
anniversary on August 23. They were
married at St. Peters Catholic Church
in Washington DC in 1952 and
Ed and Peg Quinn, August 23, 1952
honeymooned at the Bushkill Resort in
the Poconos. They take great pleasure
in spending time with their family,
which consists of four children, Mike,
Kathy, Tim and Beth; 13 grandchildren
and one great grandchild. During
their married life they have lived in
Maryland, DC, Minnesota, Virginia,
and North Carolina. Peg said their
secret to a long happy live together is,
“having a sense of humor, kindness and
trying really hard not to go to bed mad
or angry”. Both are active volunteers at
the soup kitchen. Peg plays bridge and is
a member of the Red Hats. Ed is retired
from 3M after 33 years of service. He
enjoys gardening and taking care of his
“honey do” list.
Go Green Group
Welcomes Guest Speaker
A l a n P u lt y n ie w ic z , Re c ycl i n g
Coordinator for Montgomery County’s
Depar t ment of Env ironment a l
Protection, Division of Solid Waste
Services will answer the question,
“What happens to our junk once we
take it to the dump on Shady Grove
Road?” The public is invited to this
special presentation on September
Welcome! Please take a moment to
stop by the Lakelands Clubhouse
at 960 Main Street to pick up your
Clubhouse access card and any
additional information you may
need to help you easily transition
into your new home in Lakelands.
Just a quick FYI: trash is removed on
Monday and Thursday, and recycling
is collected on Thursdays. To obtain
a recycling bin, please contact the
Cit y of Gaithersburg at 301-258 6370. For more information about
life in Lakelands, please contact the
on-site management team at 240-6318338.
Welcome Cynthia Pansing
to the Board of Directors
At the August LCA Board meeting
the board appointed Cynthia Pansing
to the board of
directors to fulfill
the remainder of
the term vacated
by Mike Aubrey in
July. She will serve
in this position
until November.
Pan sing
has
worked
extensively
Cynthia Pansing
with community
organizations in her professional
life as an urban and environmental
planner. She is an active member of
the GO GREEN group and has been
instrumental in organizing community
activities to improve community
engagement and stewardship. “I’m
excited to be named to the board and I
really look forward to working shoulder
to shoulder with the board and staff to
help keep our community a strong and
vital place,” said Pansing.
Community Educational Workshop
From Our Neighborhood to the Potomac:
What We Can Do in Our Community to Protect
Our Rivers, Parks and Our Drinking Water
By Cynthia Pansing
Did you know that the Potomac River is one of the major
sources of our drinking water? Did you know that how we
care for our yards and neighborhood green spaces can affect
the quality of the water we drink? Would you like to learn
more about what you can do to help keep our neighborhood,
streams, parks and our drinking water clean and safe?
To find out the answers to these and related questions,
you are invited to a Community Educational Workshop
co-sponsored by the Muddy Branch Alliance and
Kentlands Community Foundation’s GO GREEN group
at the Lakelands Clubhouse in the Green Room on
September 25 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Representatives
from Potomac Riverkeeper, the Muddy Branch Alliance,
GO GREEN, the City of Gaithersburg, as well as our
fellow neighbors will share information about what we
can all do to enhance the health of our community and
green spaces while helping to keep our drinking water
clean.
We encourage those who are interested to sign up in
advance at www.muddybranch.org/event/september-meetinglakelands so that we can make sure we have enough seats
to accommodate everyone. Refreshments will be provided.
Children are welcome.
For more information about this event, please contact
Cynthia at cpans@me.com.
The Lakelands Leader 3
The Leader is the only official publication
and source of information for the
Lakelands Community Association.
LCA
Board of Directors
board@lakelands.org
Linda Wiesman
President
Martin Sullivan
Treasurer
Tania Chander
Secretary
Mike Goozh
Director
Cynthia Pansing
Director
M anagement
COMSOURCE
301-924-7355
Onsite M anagement
240-631-8338
Michele Kennedy
Community Manager
michele@lakelands.org
Gina Dropik
Director of Communication
and Administration
gina@lakelands.org
Editor & Advertising
M anager
Gina Dropik
leader@lakelands.org
Call for Candidates:
Lakelands Needs You!
It’s election time in the Lakelands! There are two openings available on the
Lakelands Community Association Board. This is your opportunity to become
involved in your community and help to make Lakelands the best place to live!
Information will be mailed to all homeowners in the coming weeks. If you
would like to run for a position on the Board, please drop off a Candidate
Questionnaire at the Lakelands Clubhouse or email it to Michele Kennedy at
Michele@lakelands.org. The questionnaire can be downloaded from the Lakelands
website. From the home page, click on Resources and then Documents. The
community will vote at the Annual Meeting, which will take place on November
28 at 7:00 p.m. at the clubhouse.
City Taking Proactive
Steps to Save Trees
By Gina Dropik
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an
exotic, invasive insect that bores into
the wood of Ash trees, has been found
near the City limits of Gaithersburg.
Adam Newhart, Project Manager for
the City of Gaithersburg’s Department
of Public Works, said that because
Gaithersburg is a Tree City and its
residents care about trees, the City is
being proactive in treating its healthy
Ash trees in public areas to ward off
an EAB infestation.
into the tree through the root zone.
The process involves pulling back the
mulch and soil to a depth of 6–12
inches, pouring the mixture at the
base, covering it and allowing the tree
to drink it in. The active ingredient in
the mixture is Imidacloprid, which is
the most widely used insecticide in the
world. It is used in dog and cat collars
to control fleas and ticks. There will
be no smell or after effects from the
treatment.
In Lakelands, Ash trees can be found
in several areas including Gatestone
Street, Golden Ash Way, Lynette
Street and Sheila Street. Newhart said
that the City will be treating these
trees near the end of September or
early October and should only take
two to three days to complete. This
will be done using a soil injection
method, which delivers a pesticide
While the City will be treating Ash
trees in public areas, homeowners
with Ash trees on their property are
encouraged to contact a Certified
Arborist from a reputable and insured
tree company. Additional information
about EAB, can be found at www.
gaithersburgmd.gov/environment or by
calling the City’s Environmental
Services Division at 301-258-6330.
City Tradition
Continues
with 74th
Annual Labor
Day Parade
The City of Gaithersburg and the
Gaithersburg-Washington Grove Fire
Department celebrate the unofficial end
of summer with the 74th Annual Labor
Day Parade Monday, September 3, at 1:00
p.m. The parade features an assortment
of high school marching bands, costumed
characters, cars and fire engines, horses,
clowns, and more, winding through East
Diamond and Russell Avenues in Olde
Towne Gaithersburg. Julie Wright, traffic
reporter for WTOP News Radio and
member of the Fox 5 Morning News Team,
will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies. Free parking is available in the Olde
Towne garage, located at the corner
of Olde Towne and South Summit
Avenues. Handicap parking is located
at Gaithersburg Elementary School on
North Summit Avenue, and behind the
Shell station on South Summit Avenue.
A shuttle bus will also be provided from
the Lakeforest Shopping Center transit
station to Gaithersburg Elementary
School beginning at noon.
The 74th Annual Labor Day Parade will
be held rain or shine. It is sponsored in
part by Morton’s Towing & Recovery,
Charelle’s Stage & Screen, Inc., Country
Pride Food Service, Nu Look Home
Design, Greenbriar Vet & Boarding
Resort, Bath Fitters, and M&T Bank.
For more information call 301-2586350 or visit the City’s website at www.
gaithersburgmd.gov/parade.
Layout & Design
Deb Dulin
Staff Writers
Walter Borotto
Dakota Burton
Jay Horman
Lily Milwit
Christina Xu
The Lakelands Leader is the monthly,
published means of communicating
information of interest to Lakelands
residents. It does not espouse any political
belief or endorse any products or service.
Articles and letters submitted for publication
must be signed and may be edited for length
and content. Comsource and LCA do not
endorse the products or services advertised
herein, nor are they responsible for any
claims made by advertisers. The Leader
is published by the Association, which is
responsible for form, content and policies.
4 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
Lionfish – Looking Back
At 2012 and Forward to 2013
By Krista Brick, Team Manager
It was a fun and exciting six weeks for the Lionfish
and their parents. At times I think we could sum this
season up with one word… Power… or sometimes lack
thereof! Storms, water main breaks and lightning
couldn’t keep the Lionfish from their lightning-fast
swims. Despite two power outages, the Lionfish
family came together to make sure
the meets went off... eventually.
Meet set-up was at lightning-fast
speed. Thanks to everyone who
stepped in to shove concessions
food in their freezers or help pull
off a meet in record time.
We had a powerful Swim Team
Committee that is wrapping up its
two years of volunteering this season;
Lora Zarchin and Tracey Morris – A reps; Paulette
Gaynor – B Rep; Melissa Boswell- Treasurer, Kristi
Swartz – Concessions, and Stacy Soler – Merchandise.
Teri Artino and Anessa Abrams, our Social Chairs have
both agreed to continue on their post.
The power behind our team is our sponsors. We
thank them for all of their support in helping us
make our swim season special. I would like to
extend a special thank you to two of our parents
who were quite literally plugged-in for every meet.
Gina Heath and Erin Nisson input every swimmer
in to every race and log every time for every swim.
They put in countless hours before and after meets
making sure each swimmer got credit for his or her
event.
Chairperson to keep the team on trend with the latest
swim team gear!
Under Coach Brooke Hoffman’s leadership this team
of more than 200 swimmers broke records, learned new
strokes, set personal bests and more importantly had a
blast doing it.
If you are interested in helping out the Lionfish on the
Committee next year and have questions feel free to
contact those committee members finishing up their
duties or the new ones at the helm for next year, or
email swimlionfish@yahoo.com.
We may be wrapping up the races,
but the Swim Team Committee is
still looking for a few team members.
Heading up next year’s committee is
Allegra Lindner as Team Manager
and Doug Woods and Thi-Sau
Migone as A-Reps. We are still in
need of a Concession Chairperson
to coordinate a very helpful group of
volunteers already in place. Not a cook? Not a worry!
Not a qualification of the job!
The team also needs a B-Rep to coordinate Wednesday
meets. This job comes with the aid of a Volunteer
Coordinator. You don’t need to know how to swim, just
how to make sure those who do are in the race!
Another open position on the Committee will have
you seeing green! We need a Treasurer to keep team
finances in order. We have computer programs set up
to help with the accounting; the team just needs this
detail-oriented person to keep the cash straight. For the
fashion conscious the team also needs a Merchandise
JAPANESE CUISINE
“See you tomorrow”
Largest sake selection
in Montgomery County
Happy Hour Specials
Dine in only from Mon.–Thurs.
4:30pm–6:30pm
Again, thanks for a great season. Go Lionfish!
From BORDER on page 1
School. Both neighborhoods have events buildings
(the Kentlands Clubhouse, the Kentlands Mansion
and the Lakelands Clubhouse) and swim teams that
will even be in the same division next year! The
only edge the Kentlands might have would be the
Midtown shopping area — though it is within short
walking distance of the Lakelands.
The rivalry between the communities seems to be
at a minimum, in spite of perhaps occasional snarky
comments about the Kentlands being better than
the Lakelands, or vice versa. Longtime Kentlands
resident Clyde Horton said, “I believe both
communities are classy places to live. I believe both
care about the quality of their families, the education
of their children and the value of their property.”
In all, confusing borders aside, both-lands are great
places to live!
Only restaurant
in Montgomery County
offering brown rice
for all sushi
at no extra cost
Dollar Sushi
$1-2 off Japanese beer
Monday Night Special
1/2 off cold sake bottles
$5 off
any lunch check
of $25 or more
Kentlands Market Square
Gaithersburg • 301-947-1283
With this coupon. One coupon per table. Coupon may
not be combined with any other offer. Not valid for
Happy Hour, Monday Night Sake Special or carry-out.
Not valid on alcoholic beverages. Exp. 9/15/12.
25% off
entire dinner check
of $40 or more
Kentlands Market Square
Gaithersburg • 301-947-1283
Kentlands Market Square • 706 Centerpoint Way (next to Starbucks, across from Kentlands Cinema)
Gaithersburg, MD • 301-947-1283 • www.hakubaus.com
September 2012
With this coupon. One coupon per table. Coupon may
not be combined with any other offer. Not valid for
Happy Hour, Monday Night Sake Special or carry-out.
Not valid on alcoholic beverages. Exp. 9/15/12.
The Lakelands Leader 5
downtownnews
New Retailer on Market Street
Jo’s Comfort Zone is now open at
118 Market Street. They will hold a
grand opening on September 10. Jo’s
is a comfort shoe store with a licensed
pedorthist with more than 10 years
experience. The store will carry comfort
shoe brands such as Birkenstock, Naot,
Clark and Timberland, as well as Lucky
bags, socks and shoe inserts. Owner
Joann Epps said, “We are looking
forward to meeting the community and
helping everyone walk in comfort!”
Main Street Farmers’ Market
A variet y of local artist s and
craftspeople with unique handcrafted
items join the Farmers Market at
Main Street Pavilion every Saturday
from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (weather
permitting). Baked goods including
bread, pastries, and cookies will also
be available. The selection of fruits
and vegetables will change weekly as
different crops reach maturity.
Auditions for ROCK U at Impact
Impact Performing Arts offers a new level
of music education for the progressive
student with ROCK U, Pamela Parker,
Artisitic Director (co-founder of the San
Francisco Rock School). Auditions for
ROCK U are being held September 6, 7
and 8. For more information please visit
www.ImpactPAK.com or call 301-740-3833.
Impact Performing Arts Announces
Promotions and New Hires
Impact Performing Arts announces the
promotion of Tiffany Workman to Artistic
Director – DanceWorx Competition and
Performance Company and welcomes
Giavanna Wright (Churchill Pom
Coach), Erin “Bambi” Corrigan (cofounder KicksRock Crew), Joy Dawson
(B-CC Pom Coach) and Manuela Calle
(lead dancer Ballet Municipal de Lima) to
the dance staff.
Beer and Wine Tastings
At Pinky and Pepe’s
Pinky & Pepe’s Grape Escape offers
complimentary beer tastings and live
music on most Saturday evenings and
complimentary wine tastings and live
music every Friday evening. Pinky
& Pepe’s is located at 223 Kentlands
Boulevard.
Live Entertainment at O’Donnell’s
O’Donnell’s Seafood Restaurant, located
at 311 Kentlands Boulevard, features
live classic rock music on the second
and fourth Friday of every month from
approximately 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
See the Inside of a Computer
Metro Computer Support invites all
families with kids to stop at their booth
at the “Celebrate Gaithersburg” festival
on September 13. They we will be
showing what is inside a computer and
how it works. Kids will have a chance to
ask questions and learn. They will also
be discussing kids’ online safety with
parents.
News from Pritchard Music Academy
Pritchard Music Academy (PMA)
is pleased to share that the 3rd
annual installment of The Main
Street Music Festival was a huge
success. Congratulations to Olivia
Cordle and Sally Marchessault, winners
of the raff le for the Luna Honu
Ukulele and Luna Americana Parlor
Guitar. PMA offers huge thanks to the
Kentlands, Lakelands, and Gaithersburg
communities for coming out and
making the festival such a success. PMA
would also like to congratulate their
chamber ensembles for a wonderful
rendition of The National Anthem at
The Frederick Keys game and applaud
the brass ensembles for their excellent
performance on opening day at The
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair. Center for Qi-Gong
Offers Free First Class
Now open at 422 Main Street, second
floor, the Center for Qi-Gong offers
classes in mediation and healing. QiGong is the ancient Chinese practice
of aligning breath, movement, and
awareness for exercise, healing, and
meditation. Qi-Gong can be beneficial
in reducing or eliminating pain, as well
as helping your body heal faster. Classes
are held at various times throughout
the week and the first class is free. Visit
www.thecenterforqigong.org for a complete
list and call (301) 675-8643 or (202) 4098490 to register.
Pet Adoptions at Bark!
Bark!, located at 235 Kentlands
Boulevard, next to Giant, is dedicated to
rescuing and saving the lives of animals.
The following is a list of upcoming pet
adoption events to be held at Bark! this
month:
September 1: Mutts Matter Dog
Adoption Event, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
September 2: MCA Cat Adoption Event,
12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Two Left Feet Celebrates
Anniversary
Owner Christina Vidovich just
celebrated Two Left Feet ® Dance
Studio’s 11th Anniversary! Vidovich
estimated that they have taught over
5000 dancers from 2 years old to 92
since the first steps of opening Two Left
Feet. “We have had an amazing 11 years
here in the Kentlands & Lakelands and
want to thank everyone who has made
our business such a success,” she said.
September 8: All Breed Dog Adoption
Event, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
September 15: Greyhound Welfare
League Adoption Event, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
September 15: All Miniature Pinscher
Services Adoption Event, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
September 22: Mid-Atlantic Sharpei
Rescue Adoption Event, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
See DOWNTOWN NEWS on page 7
Back to School?
17 Points System Inspection
will guarantee your kid’s
computer is ready for
another sucessful year!
During this session, we will perform 17 system
optimization and security checks, including disk
reliability and optimization; security settings;
virus, spyware and other malware presence and
protection; and much more.
When we have completed our checks, we will
provide recommendations on how to ensure
$49
LY
ON
6 The Lakelands Leader
that your computer continues to operate at its
best and your kids are protected while
operating it.
Simply contact us to set up your appointment
and we will securely connect to your machine
to inspect it. Or you can bring it to our office,
we are always happy to have visitors!
BUT YOU HAVE TO HURRY!
THERE ARE ONLY 25 APPOINTMENTS
AVAILABLE AT THIS PRICE!
USE COUPON CODE: COUSEP49
Offer cannot be combined, must present when setting appointment
Metro
Computer
Support
by Altronics Communications, Inc.
Since 2001, helping hundreds of
homes and businesses in Gaithersburg
to fix and prevent computer problems.
ContinuITSM Preventive Maintenance.
Virus / Antispyware Removal
Computer Optimization
Software and Hardware Installation.
Wired/Wireless Network Setup.
Laptops Repairs
Computer and Accessories Sales.
866-818-7105
www.metrocomputersupport.com
402 Main St Suite 200-B
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
September 2012
From DOWNTOWN NEWS on page 6
Speed Dating Fundraiser and More
at P. Lawrence Bridals
P. Lawrence Bridal is holding a SpeedDating Fundraiser Charity Event to
benefit Brides Against Breast Cancer on
September 7 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. at
their store, located at 336 Main Street.
Registration is required and the cost
is a $20 donation per guest. Register
by calling 301-977-9729 or emailing
info@plawrence.com. P. Lawrence is also
holding a Maggie Sottero Fall 2012
Trunk Show September 27–29.
FREE 24Fit Club
Kentlands Nutrition offers a FREE
24Fit Club every Sunday morning.
Bring a towel, mat and water. Meet at
the Club (240 Main Street) at 9:45 a.m.,
where you will join others to walk to
the green area outside the old firehouse
and enjoy a unique opportunity to
be physically active with games and
exercise. For more information, call
301-573-1381.
Main Street Café
Main Street Café, located at 317
Main Street, offers a variety of free
live entertainment every Wednesday
through Saturday from 7:00 – 9:00
p.m. Local group Acoustrix, made up of
longtime Kentlands residents Jonathon
Naugle and Scott Martin, plays modern
and classic acoustic rock every other
Wednesday.
Chloe’s Coffee
Chloe’s Coffee, located at 244 Main
Street in Kentlands Downtown,
features free live musical performances
on Friday and Saturday nights.
Additionally, every Wednesday night
they have a music open mic. Everyone
is welcome to come and play, hang out,
have a drink, and listen to some of the
best up-and-coming local music acts in
town.
Computer Support at 402 Main
Street, Suite 200B. Posse has over 20
years of experience and a staff of five
employees ready to guide you through
almost any technology-related issue,
such as removing viruses, installing
printers and programs, setting up a
home or office or network, recovering
lost data and much more. They
will even research and recommend
products, services and vendors. The
staff at Metro Computer Support
is available to work with customers
remotely through the internet, they
will come to your home or office, or
you can bring your computer into their
store. “I believe that as technology
becomes more complicated, homebased businesses and home computer
users need the same level of support
as businesses,” said Posse. “We talk in
low technology language so that our
customers can understand what we’re
talking about,” he added. A f lat rate
is charged for most services and walkins are welcome. Metro Computer
Support is open Monday through
Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; and
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. They
can be reached at 1-866-818-7105.
For more information, visit www.
metrocomputersupport.com.
Inner Reaches for the past eight years.
“I have found all of the students to be
kind, intelligent and mindful. I love
the sense of community here,” she said.
When Inner Reaches owner, Dee Gold,
decided to concentrate her efforts on
her home studio, Neubauer saw a great
opportunity to open her own studio.
She says she chose the name Opus,
which means work of art, because she
feels that the practice of yoga is a way
to express artistry. “Anything can be an
artistic expression and we all need to
express ourselves,” explained Neubauer.
A variety of morning and evening classes
will be offered, beginning on September
9. “I know there are other yoga options,
but we have ten teachers leading classes.
They have many years of experience and
provide a lot of depth and maturity in
their yoga practices.” The eight-week
Opus Yoga to Open on September 9
Yoga Instructor Sharon Neubauer is
opening Opus Yoga in the former Inner
Reaches Yoga & Health studio, at 257
Market Street West. Neubauer said that
she has loved yoga since her very first
class 16 years ago. She has been teaching
yoga since 1999 and had taught at
Sharon Neubauer of Opus Yoga
session runs through December 20.
Drop-ins are always welcome and an
unlimited class option is available for
the month of September. Additionally,
a kids’ program will begin on October
1. For more information, call 240-4252039 or visit www.opusyougakentlands.
com.
Best In Class Grand Opening
is September 16
Best in Class Education Center offers
a fully customizable approach toward
learning with weekly testing and fullydeveloped course materials. They
specialize in tutoring Mathematics and
English for enrichment and remedial
purposes. Enrichment programs are
offered for preschoolers to high school
seniors and are tailored to individual
capabilities. Private tutoring services are
also available to provide students the
personal attention and focus they need
for academic success in core subjects.
A grand opening event will be held on
September 16, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00
p.m. Best in Class is located at 364
Main Street, Suite 200. They can be
reached at 301-887-7337 or Gaithersburg@
BestInClassEducation.com and on the web
at www.BestInClassEducation.com.
Downtown News is a great way to
promote your business and share
information with the community.
If you are a downtown business
and you have news to share send
it to leader@lakelands.org.
Photo by Jim Guzel
Outdoor Summer Concerts at Star
Diner
The Star Diner offers live music, patio
seating and a tiki bar every Friday and
Saturday night from 6:00- 9:00 p.m.
September performers include:
September 1 Almost Blue
September 7
Dosage
September 8
Sandra Dean Band
September 14
On The Bus
September 15
Solomon’s Gold
September 21
Platform Soul
September 22
Stevie D and the
Unknowns
September 28
Live Action Hero
September 29
Film at Eleven
Metro Computer Support
Open on Main Street
Finding someone to help you with
computer problems just got easier.
Martin Posse recently opened Metro
September 2012
The Lakelands Leader 7
Focus on Fitness
My Newest Piece of Equipment
By Lenore Gelman, Personal Trainer
I recently purchased an agility ladder. I
love this simple invention. You may have
seen this used with athletes in training.
It has gained much attention as a tool to
help improve speed, agility, and quickness
(also referred to as SAQ). It is definitely
useful for athletes who are trying to
improve those areas. It is also a great
piece of equipment for anyone who wants
to improve their speed, power, agility or
coordination skills for better performance
in any sport, or in their
personal workout.
Forward quickness, lateral
movements and quick
changes in direction
can be greatly improved
with the ladder. Football,
soccer, tennis, and
basketball are just a few
examples of sports that
require SAQ skills. In
addition, you never know
when these movements can come in
handy during your everyday activities.
According to SKLZ, a company that
produces the agility ladder, there are
hundreds of foot patterns that can
be implemented with the ladder. I
am finding that it is best to work in a
progressive pattern with the skills that
are possible. The following is a sample
agility workout that can be practiced,
beginning with the most basic foot
patterns and moving to higher level
patterns involving some fancy footwork.
If you don’t have an agility ladder simply
take a piece of chalk and draw yourself a
ladder on the sidewalk.
Warm-Up
Perform a variety of dynamic stretches
and total body movements for 5 minutes.
Workout
One Foot Runs – This
is basically running
through the ladder,
one foot in each
square. This move
will help with basic
coordination and
practice of stepping
patterns.
by placing that foot into the first square.
Repeat the exercise leading with the
other foot. As you become familiar with
the exercise, pick up the pace.
Rotational Twist – This drill improves
full-body rotations and balance to
prevent falls and sprained ankles and
knees. Stand and face the ladder. Jump
and turn in mid-air 180 degrees, and land
in the first square. Repeat this pattern as
you continue across the ladder.
Hop Scotch – Start with both feet
inside the first box. As you hop forward,
straddle your legs so you land outside
the next box. Repeat this inside and
outside pattern down the length of the
ladder.
Lateral Hops – Stand sideways next
to the end of the ladder. Using the leg
closest to the ladder, hop on that one leg
all the way down the ladder. Repeat on
the other leg.
Jump Cuts – Feet are kept together as
you hop in and out of the ladder. Go
Two Foot Runs – This
time both feet must land in each square
as you run through the ladder. The
motion is shorter and faster than those
used in one foot runs.
Lateral Steps – Stand sideways at the end
of the ladder with one foot in a square
and one foot outside. Lead with the foot
that is in the ladder, and step into the
next square. Follow with the trailing leg
FILM PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
down one side only and then repeat on
the other side. This is great for any sport
requiring quick cuts.
After running through these drills,
you can head for a set of dumbbells
and perform an upper body strength
workout. If you did not get enough of
a lower body workout with the above
exercises, you can always jog back over
to your ladder and perform a variety
of lunges and side squats through the
boxes.
Cool Down
End with some stretching and flexibility
exercises, especially for your quads and
hamstrings.
MAKE YOUR ROOF
GO CHA-CHING!
Put solar on your roof and SAVE
on your utility bills.
UP TO 100%*
Now offered in the Kentlands, for grades 3rd to 6th!
Time: Mondays from 3:30 to 5:00pm
Location: 257 Market St. West, Kentlands, 2nd floor
Workshop Dates: November 19 / 26 --- December 3 / 10 / 17
Cost per student: $225
(Price includes four film festival passes for the world première at the
I.T.P.S.P. Children's Film Festival, presented at the Bethesda
Cinema Row Theatres in June 2013!)
For more information, contact owner Mark Ricche, winner of the
Maryland Theatre Citation for Contributions to Educational Theatre,
at: imperial_presents@yahoo.com or 301-257-9275.
Leasing options now available
including NO MONEY DOWN!
For those who wish to buy, choose from
12 months no payments and no
interest OR up to $1,000 OFF.
FREE GIFT!
Get a FREE solar
phone charger with your
in-home assessment.*
*For qualified homeowners.
*Some restrictions apply.
Offers available for installed projects only.
Call today to schedule
your FREE in-home solar assessment.
888-497-3233
8 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
citynews&events
City News
2013 Gaithersburg Book Festival
Accepting Applications for Featured
Authors & Sponsors
This annual event will take place on
Saturday, May 18, 2013. Published
authors interested in a featured slot
are invited to submit an application
to the Festival’s Author Recruitment
Committee. To be eligible to participate,
applications must be received no later
than January 15, 2013, and authors
must have published a book within the
last year, or have a new work coming out
before May 2013. The registration form
can be found at gaithersburgbookfestival.
org/participate/speakpresent. Sponsorship
of the festival is a great way to support
the literary arts and gain visibility across
the region. Sponsorships are available to
fit a variety of budgets, and organizers
can tailor a sponsorship package to fit
any company’s needs.
For more infor mat ion, v i sit
gaithersburgbookfestival.org/participate/
sponsor or e-mail Jud Ashman at
jashman@gaithersburgmd.gov.
Registration is Open for Fall
Recreation Classes
The Fall 2012 Leisure Times,
Gaithersburg’s comprehensive guide
to recreation programs and services,
is available at City facilities. It is also
mailed to most households within
Gaithersburg City limits, and can be
viewed online at www.gaithersburgmd.
gov/classes. The fall session introduces a
variety of new classes and programs for
the whole family. Online registration
is available at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/
recxpress. For more information call 301258-6350.
Fall Soccer Leagues
Registration is open until September 5
for the city’s fall soccer leagues for boys
and girls grades 1 through 6. Games will
be held on Saturdays with one practice
during the week. Soccer leagues will be
divided by grades with separate leagues
for boys and girls. Other fall offerings
include the Start Smart™ programs for
4 and 5 year olds in football and soccer.
Register online and view complete
program details at www.gaithersburgmd.
gov/sports, fax your registration to 301948-8364, or visit the Activity Center
at Bohrer Park, 506 South Frederick
Avenue. For more information call 301258-6350.
Fall Tennis Opportunities
Singles Tennis Leagues for men and
women over 18 and a Senior Tennis
program for men and women over 50
are offered this fall. Singles leagues meet
weekly beginning the week of September
10. The fee is $18 for City residents and
September 2012
the deadline to register is September 4.
Senior Tennis will meet Fridays from
5:00 to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
at Morris Park, 421 Summit Hall Road,
starting September 14. The fee is $20 for
City residents. The City is also hosting
a singles tournament on September
22 and 23. All tournaments will be
from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at various
City tennis courts. Tennis balls will be
provided and all participants will receive
a complimentary t-shirt. Fees are $17 for
City residents. Registration deadline is
September 12. Visit www.gaithersburgmd.
gov/sports or call Pam Truxal at 301-2586350 for registration forms or additional
information on all fall tennis programs.
City Events
Labor Day Parade
Monday, September 3 , 1:00 p.m.
Olde Towne
Now in its 74th year, this rain or shine
event includes ethnic dance groups,
antique cars and fire trucks, clowns,
high school marching bands, and an
assortment of community groups,
equestrian units, and more. See page 4.
257 Market St. West, 2nd Floor,
Kentlands/Lakelands
(Previously the home of Inner Reaches)
Yoga classes begin
September 9, 2012
Kids programs begin October 1
(240) 425-2039
www.opusyogakentlands.com
Fulks Corner Farmers Market
Thursdays, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Olde Towne at Fulks Corner Avenue
and Route 355
Local farmers selling seasonal fruits and
vegetables.
Backyard Concert Series
September 7, 6:30 p.m.
Diamond Farms Park, 857 Quince
Orchard Blvd.
The Swingin’ Swamis play 1930’s–
1970’s Jazz, Rock ‘n Roll and R & B.
Grandparents Day Miniature Golf
Special
Sunday, September 9
Miniature Golf Course at Bohrer Park,
506 S. Frederick Ave.
Grandma plays free if Grandpa pays!
Celebrate Gaithersburg in Olde
Towne Street Festival
September 13, Noon – 5:00 p.m.
Olde Town Gaithersburg (in and around
the intersection of Diamond and
Summit Avenues)
Music, food, arts, crafts, amusements,
vendors offering information and
resources for Montgomery County
residents. For complete festival schedule,
visit www.gaithersburgmd.gov/celebrate. See
page 21.
21st Gaithersburg Fall Golf Classic
September 28, 8:45 a.m.
$85 per player includes green fees,
cart, door prizes, souvenirs and post
tournament lunch.
Clustered Spires Golf Course, Frederick
Four-player scramble format. Registration
deadline is Friday, September 14. All
proceeds will benefit the youth coaches’
education program.
Backyard Concert Series
Train Day at the Museum
Olde Towne Market
Sunday, September 16, Noon – 5:00 p.m.
(during Celebrate Gaithersburg Day)
Gaithersburg Community Museum, 9 S.
Summit Ave.
Enjoy model train displays courtesy
of the BANTRAK T Trak Division,
caboose tours and more.
September 22 , 9:00 a. m. – 1:00 p. m.
City Hall Parking Lot
Free Admission
A lively street market in Olde Towne
that features handmade creations,
commercial items, gently used
merchandise, food, and more.
Backyard Concert Series
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
For more information, please call 301-2586350 or visit the City’s website at www.
gaithersburgmd.gov.
September 21, 6:30 p.m.
Green Park, 151 Bickerstaff Way
The Winstons play Classic Motown
September 28, 6:30 p.m.
Morris Park, 421 Summit Hall Road
Anthony “Swamp Dog” Clark performs
Blues and Funk
Lakelands Book Clubs
The History Book Club will meet on September 6 to
discuss The Professor and the Madman by Simon Winchester.
The regular Book Club will gather on
September 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Red
Room to discuss Cathedral by Nelson
Demille. The two groups will combine
for their October meeting on October 4 to discuss KlanDestine Relationships by Daryl Davis, who will be present for
the discussion. See page 19 for more information on this
community event. For more information, please contact
Mickey Stevens at silvrfoxx1@aol.com.
The Lakelands Leader 9
schoolnews
By Lily Milwit, QOHS Class of 2014
On the heels of a fresh, new school year, students and
parents can mark their calendars with several important
dates to get back into the swing of things.
Quince Orchard High School
As QOHS prepares to celebrate its 25th year of creating
excellence, the Booster Club, PTSA, and school
administrators plan for their best year yet. The first
official event of the school year will be Back To School
Night, which will occur on September 6 at 7:00 p.m.
The Booster Club will be offering new spirit wear for
all who wish to display their Cougar pride.
The first Booster Club meeting will be held on
September 11 at 7:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome
to come and meet the executive board and committee
heads, and learn about ways to get involved. The first
QOHS PTSA meeting will be held on September 19,
also at 7:00 p.m.
Fall athletes, who have been preparing and training for
weeks, will be opening their seasons and carrying on
the traditions of QOHS’s superior athletic department.
The first home football game will be September 14 at
6:30 p.m. against Paint Branch High School. Complete
sports team schedules can be found on the QOHS
website.
The QOHS Marching Band, known for its consistently
stellar performances, is also looking forward to another
great year. With over 80 members and featured
music from “Stairway to Heaven” and “All American
Nightmare”, this year’s marching band is sure to impress
all who attend a QOHS football halftime show.
Lakelands Park Middle School
LMPS administration and staff is also excited to begin
another amazing year. As students and teachers get
settled in, they can also look forward to many events
during the month of September. On September 5,
there will be a school fundraiser at Ledo’s Pizza from
5:00 to 10:00 p.m. Everyone who attends or orders
carry-out should mention the LPMS PTSA in order
for them to receive 20 percent of the evening’s profits.
Another PTSA fundraiser will be held at Jersey Mike’s
on September 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
LPMS Back To School Night will be held on September
5. Everyone is welcome to come to school starting at
6:00 p.m. to purchase sprit wear and visit information
tables. The official program for parents will begin at
7:00 p.m. For those who don’t get the chance to check
out this year’s new Falcon spirit wear, it will also be sold
at lunch on September 11.
Upcoming Home Games at QOHS
Field Hockey
Boys Soccer
September 1 vs. Damascus (V 10:00 a.m., JV 11:30 a.m.)
September 11 vs. Northwest (V 3:30 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
September 18 vs. Walter Johnson (V 3:30 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
September 28 vs. BCC (V 3:30 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
September 4 vs. Bullis (V 7:00 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
September 11 vs. Paint Branch (V 7:00 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
Football
September 13 vs. Paint Branch (JV 5:30 p.m.)
September 14 vs. Paint Branch (V 6:30 p.m.)
September 20 vs. Northwest (JV 5:30 p.m.)
September 21 vs. Northwest (V 6:30 p.m.)
Girls Soccer
September 18 vs. Watkins Mill (V 7:00 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
September 24 vs. Kennedy (V 7:00 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
September 27 vs. BCC (V 7:00 p.m., JV 5:00 p.m.)
college. The seminar will take place at LPMS at 7:00 p.m.
For any Falcons who wish to get their picture taken, fall
picture day will be September 24. Order forms can be
found online or in school prior to picture day.
Rachel Carson Elementary School
Teachers and administrators at RCES are eager to
kick off the 2012–2013 school year, starting with Back
to School Nights on September 12 and 13. Parents
of students in grades kindergarten through second
should attend this meeting on September 12 at 6:30
p.m., while parents of students in grades 3 through 5
should attend on September 13 at the same time. This
is an important night for parents to meet the teachers
and develop an understanding of expectations and
general rules. Both Back to School nights will begin
with a session in the All Purpose Room and will allow
for time to visit the art, music, physical education, and
resource rooms.
Girls Tennis
September 5 vs. Northwest 3:30 p.m.
September 14 vs. Kennedy 3:30 p.m.
September 21 vs. Northwood 3:30 p.m.
September 28 vs. Wheaton 3:30 p.m.
Volleyball
September 13 vs. Seneca Valley (V 6:30 p.m., JV 5:30 p.m.)
September 24 vs. Wootton (V 6:30 p.m., JV 5:30 p.m.)
September 28 vs. Northwood (V 6:30 p.m., JV 5:30 p.m.)
And be sure to check out marching band and Poms at all home
football games, as well as the cheerleaders at many of the fall
sports events.
The PTA will be hosting a Dads and Donuts breakfast
at 8:00 a.m. on September 21 in the All Purpose Room.
All dads and students are encouraged to attend this
social event.
Join Scouting Night
September 19th,
7:00–8:00 pm
RCES All purpose
room
All boys in 1st–5th
grade are welcome
to come
It’s That Time of Year Again!
Below: Students at the RCES bus stop at Four
Corners Park in Lakelands on the 1st day of
school.
Right: Summer Wilson is all ready for her first
day in kindergarten.
On September 6, there will be a meeting held to inform
middle school parents about financial planning for
School Is in —
Drive Safely
Children in the neighborhood are back
to school. All motorists in the community
are reminded to please STOP when school
bus lights are flashing red. Please pay
attention to children walking to school
— use caution, drive slowly and keep our
children safe.
10 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
Lakelanders on Vacation
ROCK U @ IMPACT
Offering the progressive student a new
level of musical education
PAMELA PARKER - Artistic Director
(Co-founder of The San Francisco Rock School)
*Band sessions w/free rehearsal times
*Song Writing Classes
*Recording and Engineering
*Production and Distribution
Live Performances with the
Impact Danceworx Company!
ROCK U auditions Sept 6-7-8
call 301-740-3833 for more info
Special days are nothing
short of magical
at Ballet Petite
Baby Dance
Classical Child
*VisitiTheatre
Musical
Tap
Photo by Joe henson, nyC
Lakelands residents share photos from their summer vacation.
NEW Potomac Studio
with Boutique!
Fall Session
VIP Savings
Private Lessons
DRUMS * VOICE * BASS
GUITAR * KEYBOARD
info@impactpak.com
4 Kent Gardens Circle
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
www.ImpactPAK.com
(in the Kentlands next to Rachel Carson ES)
September 2012
Ballet
p e t i t e
TM
balletpetite.com • 1.866.petite1
Bethesda • Potomac • GaithersBurG
The Lakelands Leader 11
Lakelanders on Vacation
Lakelands residents share photos from their summer vacation.
12 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
We have partnered with
‘NOT YOUR
AVERAGE JOE’S’
u enjoy
Order your dish when yo
!
your wine or beer with us
FREE DELIVERY!
s
g
n
i
t
s
a
T
e
n
i
W
y
Complimentar ay night
Every Frid
“LIKE US” on
F
C
tended
Special Offers will be ex us!
ONLY to those who like
Mon-Thurs 5pm-7pm!
3 and $4 glasses of wine!
$2 select bottled beers!
12 wines priced at $9 per bottle
$
5
$10 off
$ off
EVERY FRIDAY:
Live Music
begins at 6:30pm:
Pete
“Looney Tunes”
Looney
any purchase OVER $30
any purchase OVER $75
With this coupon. Not valid
with other offers including
these do NOT apply to any
other offers (including WOW
specials, 6-bottle, and case
samplers)
Offer expires
September 30, 2012
6 incre
wines dible
and a
reusab
le
wine t
ote...
4999
$
or
“We want to make
your Life
more Enjoyable”
www.pinkyandpepesgrapeescape.com
Located in The Kentlands at 223 Kentlands Boulevard (between Giant and Kmart)
301-869-WINE (9463)
NO Gratuities Ever Accepted
NO Corking Fees
September 2012
Sign up on our
website for weekly
Sales & Specials!
Like us on
Facebook
The Lakelands Leader 13
Are you going to
answer that?
Invites you and your family to join us
for the High Holidays.
An open connection. Great services.
www.OurShul.org/RoshHashana
14 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
Teens in Our Community
Ambition Defines Christina Xu
By Dakota Burton, QOHS Class of 2014
Richard Montgomery High School
(RMHS) junior and Lakelands resident
Christina Xu keeps herself busy with
a variety of activities and positions.
An active member of the community,
musician, dancer, and writer are among
her diverse titles.
has helped Xu realize her love of writing.
“In the IB program we do a lot of writing
and have a strong focus on English.
Through that I figured out that writing
is something I really enjoy,” says Xu, who
was recently appointed a section editor
for her school newspaper, The Tide. A
strong influence on her writing is one of
her favorite magazine writers, Joel Stein.
“[Stein] writes humor columns for Time
magazine. He is absolutely hilarious and
such an intelligent man,” comments Xu.
Xu is one of the select students who
participate in the International
Baccalaureate (IB) program at RMHS,
a program for very committed students
who take on a rigorous course load in
preparation for college. The IB program
Aside from writing, Xu is involved in
many other activities at school. She
participates in Model Congress and
Model United Nations, and is also a
member of the RMHS Rockets’ Poms
team.
Xu doesn’t stop there. She is a very
active member of the community. Xu
volunteers with the local organization
Sports Plus at the Quince Orchard
Swim and Tennis Club, a program run
by Lakelands residents, Natalie and
Tom Liniak, that helps developmentally
disabled kids learn how to swim. “It’s
been a fantastic experience and the kids
definitely teach me more than I teach
them,” adds Xu, who is also a member
of the coach-in-training staff for the
Lakelands Lionfish. “It’s really fun. I
get to dress up like a crazy person and
scream until my throat starts getting
scratchy,” remarks Xu of coaching. And
when she has time, Xu occasionally
coaches for her old swimming club, the
Hydro-Sonic Tiburones. “Let’s just say
that I can’t stay out of the water for long
in the summer,” says Xu.
An intelligent student, talented
musician and dancer, and a dedicated
member of the community, the list
goes on and on for Xu. Although she
probably won’t need it, best of luck to
Xu during her junior year at RMHS!
Believe it or not, Xu participates in even
more activities outside of school! She
takes violin lessons at the Kentlands
Music Studio and also writes for the
Town Courier. She spends quite a lot of
time at the Strathmore, where she takes
dance lessons at the CityDance Center
and plays in the Maryland Classic Youth
Orchestra. “Strathmore is a fantastic
venue that has really become somewhat
of a second home to me,” says Xu.
Christina Xu
As if these activities weren’t enough,
Premium Quality Garment Care, Satisfaction Guaranteed!
Montgomery Village Crossing
9617 Lost Knife Rd. H Gaithersburg, MD 20877
301-516-0006
www.perrensgreenercleaners.com
Environmentally Friendly Cleaning: Safer for Your Clothes + Health
H In-store, Same-day Service H
H 24-hour Express Drop Box H
H Hand Finishing & Inspection of Each Garment H
H Pick-up & Delivery to Home or Office H
H Commercial & Business Discount Programs H
H Expert On-site Alterations H Shoe Repair H
REDEEM TODAY
REDEEM TODAY
$15 off your next cleaning order
of $30 or more
20% off any alterations
by our experts
Coupon must be presented when order is placed. May not
be combined with any other offers. Expires 10/31/12.
Coupon must be presented when order is placed. May not
be combined with any other offers. Expires 10/31/12.
September 2012
JUST
LISTED!
JUST
LISTED!
NTRACT
UNDER CODAYS!
IN 11
SOLD !
S
IN 3 DAY
LAKELANDS • $924,900
948 Gentlewood Street
SOLD!
KENTLANDS • $322,500
406 Kentlands Blvd. #103
SOLD !
S
IN 5 DAY
SOLD!
SOLD!
KENTLANDS • $619,000 LAKELANDS • $750,000
255 Chestertown Street
453 Lynette Street
Each Office Independently Owned & Operated
(O): 301.978.9775
The Lakelands Leader 15
16 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
Meet Your Neighbor
Liz Fontek, RCES PTA President
and New Business Owner
By Gina Dropik
September is a busy month for
most parents. The beginning of the
school year means getting back to the
routine of earlier bed times, meeting
the bus, homework and after-school
activities. For Lakelands resident Liz
Fontek, mother of two Rachel Carson
Elementary School (RCES) students,
this time of year is especially busy.
Fontek is serving her second term as
president of the RCES PTA.
When she quit her full-time job of
16 years as a Development Director
for the JCC, she saw the opportunity
to start volunteering, and her sons’
school seemed like the obvious place
to start. She stepped in as a member
of the Nominating Committee for the
PTA and the next thing she knew, she
was PTA President. “Overall, it has
been a good experience,” she said. “It’s
a really good way to learn about the
school.”
When she took the position for the
2011–2012 school year, practically the
entire board was new so they all learned
together how to run a meeting and plan
events. She credits fellow Lakelanders
Erin Stillwell and Indu Levine for
helping her through the school year.
“I never really liked public speaking. I
was okay if it was people I knew in a
small group setting, but I had to talk at
Back to School Night and I was really
nervous,” she recalls. After a year,
Fontek admits she has become much
more comfortable speaking in public.
She says that another advantage of
serving as President of the PTA is that
she has met a lot of people and formed
many new friendships.
Of her first year as President, Fontek said
it was a great year because of the Blue
Ribbon designation. “That was really
exciting.” This year she has two main
goals. One is to increase membership.
“Because that is the basis of everything
we do,” she explained. Secondly, Fontek
said that she hopes to offer more clubs
for the students. Her sons, fifth-grader
Jonathon and third-grader Ethan, both
help out with her PTA work, which
she says has really given them the
opportunity to get to know the school
and their teachers in a different way.
As if serving as PTA President at a school
of nearly 900 students isn’t enough,
Fontek has also started Energie Plus
Personal Training, her own business
as a personal trainer and running
coach. She has turned a portion of her
basement into a fitness studio, where
she offers her services to people of all
levels. She particularly likes to use the
CrossFit approach which enhances
competency at all physical tasks through
the use of kettlebells.
Although she was on the track team
in high school, Fontek said she never
really took running seriously until she
quit her job. “At first I was running
for stress relief and I could barely run
a mile, but then a friend and I started
running together and before long, I was
running my first half-marathon,” she
recalled. While she was working fulltime, she didn’t work out at all, but she
soon realized she really liked being fit
and wanted to be even more fit. She
is now a certified running coach with
the Road Runners Club and a certified
trainer through the National Academy
of Sports Medicine.
Liz Fontek
Energie Plus Personal Training offers a
free assessment in the studio or at the
client’s home. Liz Fontek can be reached
at 301-990-1998 for more information or
to schedule an appointment.
LCA Management reminds
all residents to keep
their Pool Passes in a
safe place until we begin
updating passes for next
year! There is a fee to
replace all lost passes.
Colin Goozh says goodbye to sister Tatum and brother Holdy on the first day
of school.
Community Bulk Pick-Up Day
Bulk trash pickup is scheduled for Lakelands on Thursday, September 6. Place items
such as clothing, toys and small household appliances at the front curb of your home
before 7:00 a.m. The City of Gaithersburg will pick up and properly dispose of your
items. Hazardous waste, large appliances and A/C units are not acceptable. For any
specific questions on this service, contact the City of Gaithersburg at 301-258-6370.
September 2012
The Lakelands Leader 17
Leaving Lakelands for Venice
By Jay Horman
This article usually highlights places that
most Lakelanders can travel to in a day.
But in a change from my usual article I am
writing about Venice, to share a bit about my
family’s summer vacation. My wish is that
everyone has this opportunity at some point
in their life!
Ah, Venice, Italy. It is so different as to
be almost mythical — a city built on the
water hundreds of years ago, in brave
defiance of any basic building principles
and even logic itself. It is at the same
time charming and sad, vibrant and
dead. Venice is guaranteed to leave an
impression.
If you like to travel, a good wreck will
often spell opportunity for you. And
so we booked a Mediterranean cruise
on the same route along which the
Costa Concordia sank, at a price that
was practically a give-away. We took my
mother along for good luck, as she had
sailed on the Costa Concordia a few
years ago and it didn’t sink. We were
confident and sure things would go our
way. They did, and Venice was a real
highlight.
Things in Venice are just different. The
water isn’t just a canal, like you see at the
from Dean’s suggestions and off we
went.
“Mom, you know Venice is an island and
as Rick Steves says, you can’t get lost —
because eventually you’ll hit the edge.” “So
is Manhattan” was her retort. So we took
out the map and found Miseracordia; an
alley not far from the western edge of the
city, where the cruise ship was docked. We
were promised a small selection of places
with world-class food, serving people in
the know versus people on the tour. It was
the best of the best.
Miseracordia alley isn’t marked well, but
is connected to a major street just off the
Grand Canal. It isn’t wide — two people
passing would need to turn sideways to
pass each other. Mom was vocal about
her concerns of being either poisoned or
kidnapped. But about three blocks down
the barren alley was a small restaurant,
with four tables and one man speaking
broken English.
“This must be the place” so we sat down
and asked for menus. No menus, just a
board that he propped against our table.
Six choices for mains, six for secundi.
We could recognize most of the dishes
(basic pastas, ham and melon, eggplant
was crowded, fun and our pictures are
basically crappy versions of ones you can
find for free online. This was ‘tourist
Venice’ and we wanted more.
As night fell and we returned to the
ship, it became apparent that Venice
was hollow. Like Main Street in Disney
World, it is wonderful and feels homey…
but there’s no one there. Venice has lost
the majority of its population over the
last 20 years as it sinks under the water.
A major water control project may halt
the decline, and Venice may recover.
Let’s hope.
On day two we decided to wing it. No
maps, no goals. We’d just go in, get
gloriously lost, and then come out.
That’s the takeaway here — if you go to
Venice, please do this. The “chorus pass”
allows entrance to more than a dozen
of the biggest Venetian churches and
provides guides to the art and artifacts
found therein. By wandering, you end
up stumbling upon these places as the
walls prevent you from seeing them from
far away. It is like a fun house maze with
stone walls and some paths of stone,
others of water.
I believe you’ve captured Venice when
you have a gelato, then venture down
a tunnel-like alley and it dead-ends at
a crossing canal. You sit in the shade
watching the water go by, sitting long
“Menus? We have one menu and it has
binder clips” — sometimes the best things
in life are simple and effective. The quality
of the food in this little cafe down a Venice
alley far exceeded the prices shown.
enough to have a wayfaring gondola glide
by. You wave and smile at the riders, they
nod back. Quiet, relaxed and old, this is
the Venice you came for. A little louder
and newer is what Venice needs right
now. You just are appreciative of the
chance to enjoy it while you can.
Remember When?
This Month in Lakelands History
2003
Two Lakelands residents wave as they ride their vaparetto down the Grand Canal in Venice.
Sadly, the building in the background is likely abondoned, a victim of rising waters.
Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas. The water
is everywhere, and in many cases there
is no walkway. Exploring, therefore,
becomes a choice… do you want to try
to use a map and navigate the perfect
path, or simply get a little lost, taking a
‘we’ll eventually get there’ attitude? I can
tell you that the latter was much more
successful for me.
We had two days in Venice and on the
first day I decided to find a place for
lunch as recommended by Dean Gold,
owner of Dino’s in Cleveland Park and
a known American expert on Venice.
With hyper-expensive internet access
from the cruise ship, I should have
done my homework before leaving…
but I jotted down “Miseracordia”
18 The Lakelands Leader
parmesan, etc.) and his charades helped
us get the rest. The prices were about $6
per dish.
FABULOUS! The prosciutto and melon
were sliced as we watched, the Bolognese
was simmering as the pasta cooked and
the meal was one of the best I’d had,
maybe ever. There was no one else there,
and that was fine. We relaxed and spoke
with the owner in fragments of English
and Italian.
We enjoyed the Vaparettos, large water
taxis that are the Venice equivalent of
the Metro system. We went to St Mark’s
Square; saw a few other old, voluminous
churches and such… following the welltrod paths of the tourist crowds. It
The Market Square Merchants Association, in conjunction with the City of
Gaithersburg, held a Taste of Gaithersburg in Market Square. Lakelands
resident Dr. Jon Sherman announced the opening of his podiatry practice
in Kentlands. Vasilli’s added an outdoor dining area.
2006
At their July and August meetings the Lakelands Design Review
Committee reviewed 39 applications for architectural changes. Resident
Kate Faraone celebrated her 5th birthday. Chef Bryan’s Kitchen opened
on Market Street, West; and construction of Shaare Torah was nearing
completion.
2010
Larry Chep began his ninth year as Principal of RCES. The Design Review
Committee was reviewing its first application for the installation of
solar panels. Resident Doug Woods was training for the Ironman World
Championship race in Hawaii.
Want more history? Peruse past editions of The Leader at www.lakelands.org
September 2012
Guest Speaker to Tell Story
of Triumph over Ku Klux Klan
By Gina Dropik
The Lakelands book clubs are proud to
welcome author and musician, Daryl
Davis, as a guest speaker at their joint
meeting on October 4 at 7:30 p.m. at
the Lakelands Clubhouse. Davis will
be discussing his book, Klan-Destine
Relationships, which is his first-person
account of a black man’s journey into the
Ku Klux Klan.
Born a child of privilege, Davis was
motivated to understand the reason behind
prejudice when, as a teenager, a member of
the Ku Klux Klan told him that he would
be shipped back to Africa. He started to
gather information on the organization
and eventually formed relationships with
Klan members. Through the book, he
shares the highlights of this journey and
explains how he ultimately became friends
with members, was able to show them he
was just like everyone else, and ultimately
was responsible for several members
renouncing the Klan.
Davis has received
acclaim for Klan-Destine
R el at i o n sh ips
f rom
many respected sources
including: CNN, CNBC,
Good Morning America,
The Learning Channel,
National Public Radio,
The Washington Post,
The Washington Times,
The Baltimore Sun, The
American Ethical Union
and The Washington
Ethical Society.
Mickey Stevens, facilitator of the
Lakelands book clubs, is responsible for
booking this presentation. As a student
at OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute
at Johns Hopkins University, he was a
Daryl Davis
Photo courtesy daryldavis.com
student in a class titled Rock and Roll,
Race in Society, which was taught by
Davis. The class explored how Davis
used music as a bridge between cultures.
Davis earned his Bachelor of Music
Degree from Howard University, where
he was a member of their world famous
and renowned Jazz Vocal Ensemble. He
is a vocalist, guitarist, composer, and
keyboardist and has worked with such
artists as Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley’s
Jordanaires, Jerry Lee Lewis, The
Platters, The Drifters, The Coasters,
Bo Diddley, Percy Sledge, and Sam
Moore (of Sam & Dave).
It is not necessary to read the book
to attend the presentation, which will
include a question-and-answer session.
“The lecture is open to the public and
residents are encouraged to invite friends.”
explained Stevens. “He is
an incredible speaker. His
stories give me goose bumps.”
Please RSVP to silvrfoxx1@
aol.com by October 3 so that
we can make sure we have
enough seats to accommodate
everyone. Refreshments will
be provided by Whole Foods.
For more information about
Daryl Davis visit www.
daryldavis.com.
On a side note, OSHER
offers courses, lectures, activities, and
opportunities for social interaction
specifically for semi-retired and retired
individuals interested in learning
simply for the joy of learning.




























September 2012
The Lakelands Leader 19
At the Arts Barn
Preschool Songs and Stories
September 6 and 20, 11:00 to 11:45 a.m.
Admission: $3 per child – no fee for adults
An exciting and enriching cultural arts program, which allows children ages three to
five, and their parents or guardians to explore the arts through singing, dancing and
active listening to story books.
Arts Barn 10th Anniversary Celebration
September 8, 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
The celebration will feature a sampling of art classes, face painting, balloons, art and
painting demonstrations, a silent auction of handmade artwork, strolling magicians,
giveaways, and an an anniversary cake cut by Mayor Sidney Katz and members of the
City Council.
The Wizard of Oz
September 8–23, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m.
Admission: $16 residents / $18 nonresidents
This KAT2 Stage Production, based on the 1939 classic movie, tells the story of
Dorothy and her adventure in the land of Oz.
Comedy and Magic Society
September 21, 8:00 p.m.
Admission: $12 residents / $15 nonresidents
Astounding magic and sleight-of-hand combined with interactive theatre and
hilarious fun featuring magicians Mark Phillips, Bob Sheets, Barry Wood, and
Brian Curry.
Acrylic Paintings, Stone Jewelry on Display
An exhibit of acrylic paintings by Donna Baron and Marlene Sapperstein and stone
jewelry by Valerie Nelson is currently on display at the Arts Barn Gallery, through
September 16. Donna Baron’s collection called “The Water Around Us,” brings
beautiful attention to the many creeks and rivers in our area and their importance
in our everyday lives. Marlene Sapperstein’s landscape paintings are a contemporary
interpretation of traditional art which incorporate a wide variety of techniques
featuring vibrant color and depth. Valerie Nelson’s work uses traditional fabrication
techniques, including sawing, forming with hand tools, and hard soldering sterling
wire and sheet.
The Arts Barn is located at 311 Kent Square Road in Kentlands. For more information call
301-258-6394 or visit online at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/artsbarn.
At the Mansion
Art After Dark
September 21 , 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Admission: $10
A cutting-edge art show featuring artwork by David Barr, fused with up-and-coming
music. A cash bar and complimentary snacks will be
available.
Singer Songwriter Concert Series
September 29, Workshop, 3:00 p.m.; Concert, 7:30 p.m.
Admission:Workshop and Concert $43 residents/
$45 nonresidents;
Concert only $25 residents/
$23 nonresidents
Sponsored by O’Hair Salon + Spa, this concert series
features the art of the singer/songwriter Rachel
Harrington. A workshop with the artist offers a
unique insight into the world of the singer/songwriter,
followed by a concert.
Creative Images Exhibit
This photographic exhibit featuring works by Diane Tuckman and Alan Kolnick
is on display through. September 23. Kolnick has assembled a retrospective of
his photographic work, beginning with three of his early black-and-white images
and leading to his most recent color photographs. Tuckman manipulates motifs
in an ongoing series of photographs, reworking images with shifts, growth, mood,
and light. She also experiments with printing her photographs on silk, as well as
painting on silk. The Kentlands Mansion is located at 320 Kent Square Road in Gaithersburg. For more
information visit www.gaithersburgmd.gov/kentlands mansion or call 301-258-6425.
Are you signed up for Lakelands email list?
We send out periodic emails about pertinent community
information. If you’re not receiving them, it’s because you haven’t
logged into the Lakelands website. Visit www.lakelands.org,
select the “Home” tab and then select “Request log-in”.
calendarofevents
SEPT 1
SEPT 3
Raft/Noodle Night, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., pool
SEPT 6
History Book Club, 7:30 p.m., Red Room
Bulk Pick–Up
Dog Swim, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
SEPT 10 LCA Board Meeting 7:00 p.m., 2nd floor Conf. Room
Design Review Committee, 7:15 p.m., 2nd floor Conf. Room
SEPT 17
Swim Team Meeting, 7:00 p.m., 2nd floor Conf. Room
SEPT 20 Book Club, 7:30 p.m., Red Room
SEPT 22 Wine Tasting, 7:00–9:00 p.m. Red Room
SEPT 26 Facilities Committee, 7:00 p.m., 2nd floor Conf. Room
20 The Lakelands Leader
Budget Committee, 7:00p.m., 2nd floor Conf. Room
September 2012
Exterior Project on the
Horizon for Your Home?
Lakelands residents are required to submit
an Architectural Change Application prior to
starting any modifications. The Lakelands Design
Review Committee (DRC) meets the first week
of every month, so we ask that you turn in all
applications to the on-site management office
in the Lakelands Clubhouse by the 25th of each
month to ensure that it is included for a timely
review. All applicants will be notified in writing of
the Committee’s decision. Please include designs,
sketches, photographs, color samples, and your
adjacent neighbors’ signatures, etc. This will help
the committee gain a better picture of the changes
you intend to make to your home. Applications for
changes can be picked at the management office
or online at www.lakelands.org – select Documents
under the Resources tab. (Due to Labor Day, the
September meeting of the DRC will be held on
September 10.)
Professional Directory
Celebrate Gaithersburg
In Olde Towne Street Festival
Sunday, September 16, 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Music, food, arts, crafts and amusements in and
around the intersection of Diamond and Summit
Avenues featuring:
•A
Naturalization Ceremony;
•A
nnouncement of Gaithersburg’s Distinguished
Citizen, Outstanding Organization and
Distinguished Friend by the Gaithersburg
Mayor and City Council;
Cashmere Sweaters • Custom Shirts
Leather Belts • Cuff Links • Trousers
• Blue-collar rock ‘n roll legends The Smithereens;
• Amazing fare from unique food trucks and carts;
• Festival Beer Garden featuring live music
and craft brewed beers from Growler’s of
Gaithersburg;
• International artisans, crafters and importers
selling unique jewelry, textiles, and one-of-a-kind
hand crafted treasures;
•V
endors offering information and resources for
Montgomery County residents;
•F
ree shuttle service to and from satellite parking
at Lakeforest Shopping Center.
The festival is divided into Zones, each with its
own entertainment stage and unique appeal:
• T he Green Zone, filled with environmental
information and resources and a lively
marketplace;
•T
he Healthy Choices Zone, promoting fitness
and health;
•T
he Global Zone, showcasing culturally diverse
crafts and entertainment; and
• T he Kids Zone, a fun place to be with lively
children’s activities.
For a complete festival schedule visit the City’s
website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/celebrate or
call 301-258-6350. Limited free parking is also
available at the public garage on the corner of
South Summit and Olde Towne Avenues. Scoop the Poop
As a pet owner, you have the responsibility to clean
up after your pet. Do your part to help keep the
community clean and feces-free! Everyone will
appreciate your cooperation.
September 2012
You could pay more, but why?
Reach thousands of Lakelands readers every month with a low-cost ad in the Lakelands Leader!
Contact us today at leader@lakelands.org or 240-631-8338.
The Lakelands Leader 21
LakelandsRealEstate
Compiled by Mike Aubrey, RE/MAX Metropolitan Realty
FOR SALE
Housing Type Model
Builder
List Price
Address
Housing Type Model
Builder
List Price
DOM
848 Lake Varuna Dr
Cottage
Barclay
Main St
$508,500 156
723B Main St
Condo-Town
Mt. Vernon
Ryland
$412,500 11
633 Gatestone Sq St Townhouse
Georgetown
Miller & Smith
$599,000 43
1131 Main St
Cottage
Cottage A
Main St.
$438,900 37
1022 Main Street
Townhouse
Tarquin
Ryan
$620,000 21
603 Gatestone St
Townhouse
Fairgate
Ryan
$469,900 36
972 Featherstone St
Single Family
Savannah
M.Harris
$829,900 20
150 Golden Ash Way
Townhouse
Vintage
Miller & Smith
$479,900 870 Still Creek Ln
Single Family
Bartholomew
NVHomes
$859,500 145
20 Golden Ash Way
Townhouse
Vintage
Miller & Smith
$499,900 82
948 Gentlewood St
Single Family
Abernathy
NVHomes
$924,900 17
583 Market St E
Townhouse
Turnbury
Classic
$530,000 8
340 Chestnut Hill St
Townhouse
Georgetown
Miller & Smith
$549,900 5
1337 Main St
Single Family
Bartholomew
NVHomes
$824,900 0
730 Main St
Single Family
Dartmouth
NVHomes
$899,000 51
610 Still Creek Ln
Single Family
Bartholomew
NVHomes
$949,000 122
UNDER CONTRACT
DOM
UNDER CONTRACT
Address
Address
Housing Type Model
Builder
List Price
723A Main St
Condo-Town
Georgetown
Ryland
$360,000 2
DOM
715B Main St
Condo-Town
Mt. Vernon
Ryland
$399,900 7
308B Cross Green St
Condo-Town
Mt. Vernon
Ryland
$402,500 9
717B Main St
Condo-Town
Mt. Vernon
Ryland
$410,000 1
SOLD
14
Address
Type
Model
List Price
Sold Price DOM
643A Main St
Condo-Town
Georgetown
$338,400 $331,632 65
705A Main St
Condo-Town
Georgetown
$365,000 $365,000 4
644B Main Street
Condo-Town
Mt. Vernon
$399,900 $405,000 4
546 Helene St
Townhouse
Turnbury
$514,900 $500,000 37
464 Placid St
Townhouse
Vanderbilt
$569,900 $565,000 17
445 Lakelands Dr
Townhouse
Jefferson
$575,000 $575,000 0
314 Inspiration Ln
Townhouse
$639,000 $645,000 7
453 Lynette St
Single Family
Austin
$749,987 $750,000 7
857 Lake Varuna Dr
Single Family
Michener
$795,000 $795,000 4
506 Nirvana St
Single Family
Inverness
$799,000 $775,000 46
*Information obtained from MRIS as of 8/13/2012 is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed and
neither suggests nor infers that Mike Aubrey or RE/MAX Metropolitan Realty participated as either
the listing or cooperating agent or broker in the sale or purchase of all the properties depicted.
22 The Lakelands Leader
September 2012
September 2012
The Lakelands Leader 23
ld!
o
S
ld!
So
1337 Main Street
LAKELANDS • $824,900
100% OF LIST PRICE IN 0 DAYS!
644B Main Street
LAKELANDS • $405,000
101% OF LIST PRICE IN 4 DAYS!
ld!
o
S
ld!
o
S
567 Chestertown Street
KENTLANDS • $465,000
SOLD FOR FULL PRICE!
ld!
o
S
450 Market Street E
LAKELANDS • $525,000
DIDN’T LAST LONG!
ld!
o
S
628 Kent Oaks Way
KENTLANDS • $795,000
99% OF LIST PRICE IN 9 DAYS!
528 Kersten Street
LAKELANDS • $630,000
MIKE SOLD ANOTHER ONE!
ld!
So
ld!
So
449 Clayhall Street
LAKELANDS • $505,000
98% OF LIST PRICE IN 11 DAYS!
ld!
o
S
430 Chestnut Hill Street
LAKELANDS • $815,000
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
ld!
So
655B Main Street
LAKELANDS • $389,900
SOLD FOR 100% OF LIST PRICE!
704 Market Street E
LAKELANDS • $500,000
SOLD FOR 98% OF LIST PRICE!
ld!
o
S
643A Main Street
LAKELANDS • $331,632
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
ld!
o
S
ld!
o
S
432 Phelps Street
LAKELANDS • $495,000
242 Beckwith Street
KENTLANDS • $730,000
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
ld!
o
S
ld!
o
S
ld!
o
S
861 Still Creek Lane
LAKELANDS • $850,000
213 Ridgepoint Place
KENTLANDS • $533,050
420 Phelps Street
LAKELANDS • $515,000
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
ld!
o
S
203 Ridgepoint Place
KENTLANDS • $457,000
MIKE DID IT AGAIN!
ld!
So
309 Booth Street
KENTLANDS • $635,000
SOLD OVER LIST PRICE!
ld!
So
17 Granite Place #293
Colonnade • $175,000
SOLD OVER LIST PRICE!
103% OF LIST PRICE IN 5 DAYS!
SOLD FOR FULL PRICE!
ld!
So
ld!
So
130 Chevy Chase Street #206
KENTLANDS • $259,900
ANOTHER QUICK SALE!
625 Linslade Mews
LAKELANDS • $410,000
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
ld!
So
ld!
So
523 Leaning Oak Street
LAKELANDS • $700,000
SOLD FOR 97% OF LIST PRICE!
302 Little Quarry Road
KENTLANDS • $580,000
WE BROUGHT THE BUYER!
ld!
o
S
ld!
o
S
168A Chevy Chase Street
KENTLANDS • $400,000
ANOTHER HAPPY SELLER!
707B Main Street
LAKELANDS • $380,000
SOLD IN 8 DAYS!
WHY HIRE THE BEST?
For the 3rd Year in a Row Mike Aubrey Sold MORE
Homes in Kentlands & Lakelands than ANY other Agent!
mikeaubrey.com
301.873.9807
PUT THE REAL BACK IN REAL ESTATE
24 The Lakelands Leader
Mike@MikeAubrey.com
Preferred Settlement Company:
Metropolitan
KENTLANDS OFFICE
345 Main Street
North Potomac, MD 20878
301-947-6500
September 2012

Similar documents

June 2014 - Kentlands

June 2014 - Kentlands 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. Art...

More information

Lakelands Leader August 2015

Lakelands Leader August 2015 See LIONFISH on page 20 Community News, page 3 Downtown News, page 4 City News, page 10 Meet Your Neighbors, page 18

More information

June 2004 Lakelands Leader

June 2004 Lakelands Leader Stephanie Tamburello Genie Tillisch Jim & Lori Wakefield The Lakelands Leader is the monthly, published means of communicating information of itnerest to Lakelands residents. It does not espouse an...

More information