December 2004 Lakelands Leader

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS, LAKELANDS!
L
L AKELANDS
eader
The
December 2004
Volume 6 Issue 12
what’snews? Lakelands Hosts Community Election
School Boundary Decided
Turn to page 7 to learn which schools will
be attending the middle school next fall.
Five New Members
Elected to Board
Of Directors
Save a Life! Learn CPR
Certification course will be offered at the
Clubhouse, see page 7 for details.
Winter Lights Returns
A fun festive event for the whole family
returns, check out page 9 for dates and
times.
Proactive Off Patrol
Security patrol's days are limited, see page
9 for the scoop.
Published and Proud
One Lakelands mom
shares her "real" advice
in a recent best seller,
page 16.
Happy Hour was a Hoot!
See photos of the toga party/Halloween
adult happy hour on page 14.
Lakelands Living
Photos of all the
Halloween
happenings in
Lakelands,
see page 24.
By Andrea Escher
T
he votes were cast, the ballots were tallied and after a few hours the names of
the five members of the Lakelands
Community Association Board of Directors
were announced. Congratulations to Lake
Coulson, Mark Ezrin, Pat McCalley, Jed
Tonelson and Jim Wakefield; the newly
elected Lakelands Board of Directors.
More then three hundred residents
took
the time to vote either by proxy
Photo Courtesy: Andrea Escher
ballot or in person at the community
annual meeting on November 18, 2004.
More then seventy residents gathered at
the Lakelands Clubhouse to hear an
update on the state of the community
and meet the eleven candidates who
were vying for one of the five coveted
seats on the Board.
It took almost two hours for the inspectors of elections to count all of the ballots
and determine the winners, but that didn't
stop anxious and interested neighbors
Congratulations to the newly elected Lakelands Board of Directors! (l-r) Mark Ezrin, Pat McCalley,
Lake Coulson, Jim Wakefield and Jed Tonelson.
from gathering to wait for the results. In a
surprising turn of events, an entirely new
Board of Directors was elected, with not
one of the three incumbents being voted
back to the Board.
During the course of the annual meeting, residents approved the staggering of
Board members terms in office. The length
of terms was determined based upon the
total number of votes for each candidate.
The candidate with the most number of
votes will serve a three year term while the
Santa To Arrive
In Lakelands
Return Address:
The Lakelands Leader
960 Main Street
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Community
Kicks Off Annual
Toys for Tots Drive
two candidates with the least number of
votes will serve a one year term.
The terms of the Lakelands Board of
Directors has been set forth as follows:
Jim Wakefield - 3 year term
Mark Ezrin - 2 year term
Lake Coulson - 2 year term
Pat McCalley - 1 year term
Jed Tonelson - 1 year term
See ELECTTION continued on page 4
CPI Fitness
To Bring New
Exercise Programs
To Lakelands
By Andrea Escher
T
he holiday spirit is in the air and
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the Lakelands Social Committee is
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excited
to announce that Santa Claus
Santa Claus will be making
himself will be taking time out of his busy
a stop in Lakelands on
schedule for a visit to the Lakelands
December 11.
Clubhouse and you won't want to miss out
on the fun.
So mark your calendars and join Santa on
Saturday, December 11, 2004 from 10:00 a.m. to
11:30 a.m. as we celebrate the start of the holiday season
and kick off the annual community Toys for Tots Drive.
The Lakelands Community Association in conjunction with the United States
Marine Corps is seeking your help and generosity by asking you to donate a new,
unwrapped toy during the month of December to the Toys for Tots campaign. All
toys collected will be distributed to children in need throughout the area. So while
you out shopping and stocking up on those holiday gifts don't forget there are children in the area whose holiday will be a little brighter by your simple donation.
The Toys for Tots donation box will be stationed in the lobby of the Lakelands
Clubhouse and donations will be accepted until the middle of December. We
encourage all residents to plan to bring their Toys for Tots donation on the morning of December 11th and enjoy a quick photo opportunity and visit with the big
man in red, Santa Claus. We hope to see you there! L
New fitness and exercise classes will soon
be offered at the Lakelands Clubhouse.
By Andrea Escher
T
he Lakelands Community Association is excited to welcome
Complete Physique, Inc (CPI) to the
Lakelands Clubhouse fitness center.
Complete Physique has been offering
quality fitness and exercise programs in
local communities for the past several
See FITTNESSS continued on page 5
Calling All Lakelands Residents!
It’s Holiday
House Decorating
Time!
Join Us for the 4th Annual
Lakelands Holiday Decorating Contest
Wednesday, December 15, 2004
At 5:00 p.m.
The Lakelands community is
once again sponsoring this
fun event and each and
every Lakelands resident is
encouraged to participate.
So let's get festive with those
holiday decorations, lights
and displays! The holiday's
are almost here!!
If you would like the judges
to see your holiday creation,
please turn your lights on by
5:00 p.m. on Wednesday,
December 15, 2004.
Prizes will be awarded to the
1st, 2nd and 3rd place
winners, so be sure to stay
tuned to the January issue of
the Lakelands Leader to see
photos of the winning homes.
Good luck and
happy holidays to all!
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December 2004
lakelandsinbrief
By Andrea Escher
Purchasing A Live Christmas
Tree or Wreath?
As we approach the
first week of the
"December
Holiday
Season," you probably
have not yet ventured
out in the cool winter
weather to pick out your
live Christmas tree or
wreath. If you do, the
City of Gaithersburg
would like to remind
you of the annual holiday tree-recycling program. Beginning Thursday, January 6th
Lakelands residents should place their trees
out with their regular recyclables. Tree collection will take place every Thursday in
Lakelands during the entire month of
January. We ask that you remove all ornaments, lights and tree stands from your tree.
Should you have any questions please contact the City of Gaithersburg's Public Works
Department at 301-258-6370.
Thank You Board of Directors
As the Lakelands says hello to a brand
new Board of Directors, we would like to
take the opportunity to say THANK YOU
to former Board members Joe Coratola,
Burton Goldstein, Matt Moore, Leslie
Weightman and Verna Van Wert, for all of
their hard work and dedication over the past
few years in helping to make the Lakelands
such a great place to live. We appreciate all
of the time and effort that you have volunteered and wish you all the best. We couldn't have done it without you!
crime in the community and during this
snowy season, it enables the snow crews to
plow your alleyway during the evening hours.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Winter's Coming!
And the Survey Says…
Have you…
• Turned off and drained your outside
hose bibs?
• Sealed your asphalt driveway?
• Drained and stored your garden hoses
until spring?
• Sealed any pressure treated wood
(decks, porches, etc.) exposed to the
elements?
• Checked the weather stripping around
your outside doors for gaps?
• Change your furnace filters?
• Cleaned and turned on your humidifier?
• Prepared your lawn mower and other
power equipment for winter?
• Stored or covered your patio furniture?
• Checked your smoke and Carbon
Dioxide alarms?
• If you have a masonry fireplace have you
checked and/or cleaned your chimney?
The Communications Committee is in
the process of developing a community survey to get your opinion on the many issues
that involve life in Lakelands. We hope every
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resident will take the time to complete the
survey so that your newly elected Board will
know what is important to you. Look for the
survey to be distributed soon!
Thanks to the donation of a wireless
router from Chestnut Hill Street resident
Burton Goldstein, the Lakelands Clubhouse
now offers a wireless internet connection for
your convenience. So residents with laptops
and wireless pda's will now be able to access
the internet while visiting the Clubhouse.
Are You New to Lakelands?
Holiday Hiatus
Welcome! Please take a moment to stop
by the Lakelands Clubhouse on Main Street
to pick up your copy of the Lakelands
Leader, phone directory, Clubhouse access
card and obtain any additional information
you may need to help you easily transition to
The Lakelands Community Association
Board of Directors will not be conducting
their regularly scheduled Board meeting
during the month of December. The members have decided to take a hiatus to enjoy
the holidays and will return in January.
Since the weather has gotten colder, many
residents have not ventured out to change
their burned out light bulbs on garages in the
alleys. We remind all neighbors to please take
a moment and change these bulbs. Lighting
in the alleys will help to deter any possible
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your new home in Lakelands. Just a quick
FYI, trash is removed on Monday and
Thursday and recycling is collected on
Thursday. To obtain a recycling bin, please
contact the City of Gaithersburg at 301-2586370. For more information about life in
Lakelands, please contact the on-site management team at 240-631-8338.
Restaurant Not Under
Construction
The community developer is in the
process of finishing the footbridges around
Lake Varuna and Three Sisters Lake. The
construction equipment, which has been
parked at the entrance of Lakelands Drive
and the "Future Restaurant" Site, is being
used to complete the project. Many residents
wondered if construction was being to take
place on a future restaurant, but an FYI to
all, a restaurant is not on its way yet.
Clubhouse Goes Wireless
Community Relations Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2rd floor
of the Clubhouse. Contact Jose Ponton at 240-631-8338 or
via e-mail at Jose@lakelands.org for more information.
Lakelands Playgroup, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Green Room
at the Lakelands Clubhouse. For more information, please
contact Irene Sayegh at isayegh@verizon.net.
* Meets every Thursday.
Design Review Committee Meeting, 7:15 p.m. 2nd floor of the
Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact Eric Kessler at emkessler@
comcast.net for more information.
Lakelands Networking Club, 8:30 a.m. 2nd floor of the
Lakelands Clubhouse. Contact Wayne Zussman at zussman@erols.com for more information.
Communications Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of
the Clubhouse. Contact Kerri Donnelly for more information at
kerridonnelly@hotmail.com.
Deadline for contributions & advertisements for the Lakelands
Leader.
DECEMBER 23RD Deadline for Design Review Applications. Please contact
Jose Ponton at 240-631-8338 or Jose@lakelands.org for
more information.
DECEMBER 28TH
December 2004
Social Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. 2nd floor of the Lakelands
Clubhouse. Contact Jim Wakefield at social@lakelands.org .
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The
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L AKELANDS
eader
The Official Newspaper of Lakelands
LCA
Board of Directors
Lake Coulson
lake@lakelands.org
Mark Ezrin
mark@lakelands.org
Pat McCalley
pat@lakelands.org
Jed Tonelson
jed@lakelands.org
Jim Wakefield
jim@lakelands.org
MANAGEMENT
CMI
Jose Ponton
240-631-8338
jose@lakelands.org
EDITOR & ADVERTISING
MANAGER
Andrea Escher
301-519-1678
news@thelakelandsleader.com
CONTRIBUTORS/WRITERS
Tim Clarke
Gina Dropik
Bev Frey
Flora Kessler
Ben Laimon
Prigal Brothers
Genie Tillisch
Jim Wakefield
managementmentions
Welcome Board Members!
Congratulations to the new Board of
Directors, as these unpaid volunteers,
elected by a majority vote of the association members, will donate their time for
service to this community over the next
few years!
The Board is given the responsibility of
setting the association's policies, standards,
programs, and annual budget. At the
Lakelands, the Board is specifically empowered and directed to: Prepare the annual
budget for the association; Establish the
rate of the assessments; Collect all assessments due the association; Provide for necessary operational personnel; Make and
amend the community rules; Enforce all
provisions of the governing documents;
Provide for insurance for the common
areas; Keep detailed association financial
and accounting records; Provide for care
and upkeep of the common areas; Perform
all acts necessary for the association's
administration; and Oversee the maintenance of all common areas and any amenities located within the community.
While these duties provide the board
significant authority, members have the
opportunity of participating in the "decision-making" process through voting in
board elections, serving on any of the
established committees and/or by providing input at association meetings. After
all, the best way to stay involved with your
association is by taking a leadership role.
Many associations have difficulty-finding owners willing to serve on their board,
that is why the Lakelands is fortunate for
these members who really care about their
community; and I'm looking forward in
working with the new Board - as together
we'll strive for the continued success of our
Association!
Handling the Cold Weather!
We must not forget what is lurking
behind those crisp fall days - old man winter! It is hard to determine what type of
winter will be in store for our region this
year. The wooly worms may know more
than the meteorologists, and I know that
both know a lot more about predicting the
By Jose Ponton, Jr.
Manager,
Lakelands Community
Association
type of winter we are to be blessed with
then me; but regardless of what Mother
Nature brings our way, it is best to prepare
for the worst.
As fall advances, you should inspect the
exterior of your home for openings that
could let in cold wind and repair, fill
and/or caulk as needed (condo owners
contact your association for them to make
these repairs). Hoses should be removed
from outside faucets and their shut off values should be closed before the temperatures drop below freezing. Checking and
replacing seals around your windows,
garage, and exterior doors will also help
keep the cold out!
Your fall pruning should be completed
by winter if possible and sensitive perennials and roses should be cut back and covered. Fall is also a great time for you to fertilize your lawn and plantings because your
plants are actively storing up nutrients
through their roots in anticipation of the
spring growth surge.
Those homes with wood burning fireplaces need clean chimneys. An unclean
flue is a dangerous situation; which if left
alone could easily start a fire, burning your
house down and/or may even take a life!
Speaking of life, homes sealed up during
the heating season are much more accessible to carbon monoxide build up which
can be lethal. Installing a carbon monoxide detector may save your own and your
loved ones life.
During those really cold days and
nights keep those interior faucets (especially exterior wall sinks) running at a pencil
lead thin stream along with keeping the
vanity doors open for heat access around
the pipes. Insulating the incoming water
lines before they get to the water heater, if
they are in a cold area such as a crawl
space, basement, unheated garage, or by an
exterior wall, is a sound preventive measure. Keep emergency supplies (ready to eat
foods, water, battery operated radio, candles, blankets, cards, etc.) as well as emergency phone numbers on hand for power
loss and/or when weather conditions may
find you trapped in your home for longer
then you anticipated.
I hope you have found the above suggestions helpful. There are many other
steps that can be taken to conserve utility
usage, make your home more comfortable,
minimize freeze damages and make the
winter season not just bearable but hopefully enjoyable as well! Your power company, local hardware stores and insurance
agent are good sources for additional information regarding preparing for winter.
When the snow flies and the winds howl,
with just a little planning, you will be as
snug as a wooly worm at the tropics in your
winter ready haven you call home! L
Lakelands Hosts Election
ELECTIION Continued from page 1
The determination of officers will be decided at the next Board meeting.
So stay tuned to the Lakelands Leader to learn who will serve what position
on the Board.
A special thank you to each and every resident who took the time to vote in the
community election. Whether your vote was for continued continuity or a complete
change, Lakelands residents have spoken and new leadership is on the horizon. We
thank you for taking an interest and getting involved.
Congratulations again to Lake, Mark, Pat, Jed and Jim! We wish them all the
best in their new positions and welcome them to the Lakelands Board of
Directors. Good luck! L
The Lakelands Leader is the monthly, published means of communicating information of itnerest to Lakelands residents. It
does not espouse any political belief or
endorse any product or service. Articles and
letters submitted for publication must be
signed and may be edited for length and content. CMI and the 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.
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December 2004
2005 Community Phone Directory
Deadline Is Nearing
Submit Your Information Today
By Andrea Escher
T
he Lakelands Communications Committee is in the process of developing
the 3rd volume of the Lakelands
Community Phone Directory. A special
THANK YOU to the numerous homeowners who have submitted their information already!
All residents who are interested in having their information printed in the 2005
issue of the directory should fill out the
form below and submit it before the
January 15, 2005 deadline.
Residents who DO NOT wish to be
included in the directory SHOULD NOT
submit a form; this will ensure that you
will not be included.
You WILL ONLY be included if you
submit your information to the commit-
tee. Since it has been over a year since
the prior directory was published, we
realize that phone numbers, email
addresses, etc., may have changed, therefore the committee will not be reprinting
the previously submitted information by
residents.
It is anticipated that the 2005 directory
will be delivered with the February 15, 2005
flyer distribution! This is a great opportunity
for new residents to the community to get
their information printed. The directory will
be paid for by the sale of advertising space, so
if you are a resident or business interested in
placing an advertisement in the 2005 issue
space is still available, please contact us today
at 301-519-1678.
For more information about the
Lakelands 2005 Phone Directory, please contact Andrea Escher at 301-519-1678 or via
email at leader@lakelands.org. L
CPI Fitness To Bring New Exercise
Programs To Lakelands
FITNEESS Continued from page 1
years, including the neighboring Kentlands community for the past seven years.
CPI President Jeff Parker says he and his team of fitness instructors and trainers
are looking forward to providing fitness programs that are challenging, innovative
and exciting for residents of all fitness levels. Parker says CPI will need the community's help in identifying programs of interest and together work to promote a health
conscious neighborhood.
CPI hosted a Fitness Open house on November 13; however, not enough residents attended to let CPI know what types of fitness and exercise programs
Lakelands residents want to see offered at the Clubhouse. Please take a moment to
stop by the Lakelands Clubhouse to fill out a questionnaire and submit your preferences and/or ideas for the various programs you would like to see.
Stay tuned to next month's Lakelands Leader to learn more about what CPI
plans to offer you and your fitness needs in the New Year! L
December 2004
L A K E L A N D S C O M M U N I T Y 2005 P H O N E D I R E C T O R Y
You must complete and return this form in order to be included in the
2005 Lakelands Community Phone Directory. All information is proprietary between the
Lakelands Community and the Lakelands Community Association. The phone directory
is intended for community use only and not to be used by anyone or
distributed outside the community.
Please complete this form and return it by January 15th.
(Please Print)
LAST NAME: __________________________FIRST : __________________________________
SPOUSE LAST NAME: ___________________FIRST: __________________________________
ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________
HOME PHONE: ______________________________
WORK PHONE: ______________________________
SPOUSE WORK PHONE: _______________________
CHILD NAME: ___________________________DOB: _________________________________
CHILD NAME: ___________________________DOB: _________________________________
CHILD NAME: ___________________________DOB: __________________________________
EMAIL: _______________________________________________________________________
EMAIL SPOUSE: ________________________________________________________________
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM BY MAIL TO:
The Lakelands Phone Directory
P.O. Box 83130
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20883-3130
BY EMAIL:
Leader@lakelands.org
BY FAX:
240-631-8331
DROP OFF:
CMI On-Site Management Office
2nd Floor of the Lakelands Clubhouse
Thanks for you cooperation!
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assignmenteducation
Rachel Carson Update
SECRET SANTAS, WE NEED YOU!
PIANO 4 KIDS…
Rachel Carson will once again be participating in the City of Gaithersburg's Secret
Santa program. We will be making the holidays a little brighter for several children, at
Rachel Carson, who are in need this holiday season. Members of the Rachel Carson
community will have the opportunity to buy a holiday present for these children. If you
would like to help, please look for the Secret Santa table. If you have any questions,
please contact Gina Dropik.
Piano lessons are being offered for students currently registered in Kindergarten
and Grade 1 through a partnership between Montgomery College and MCPS
Workforce Development & Continuing Education. Classes are scheduled to begin at
the Rockville Campus of Montgomery College on January 22, 2005. For more information and/or registration forms, please visit their website, www.montgomerycollege.edu/wdce/youth.html. There are three convenient registration options, but
whichever you choose, register early to avoid disappointment. Students will be
enrolled in the order that registrations and payments are received. Payment is
required at the time of registration. Mailed acknowledgement of registration will be
sent if registration is sent one week prior to course date. All students must register
prior to attending the first class.
BOX TOPS CLASSROOM CONTEST WINNER
Congratulations to Mrs. Burdette's kindergarten class for winning the Box Tops class
contest with 634 coupons! The students have chosen to celebrate with a McDonald's
party, to be arranged soon. Several other homerooms had impressive totals as well: Mrs.
Monroe-Bishop's class turned in 388 Box Tops; Mrs. Lee's class submitted 355; and Mrs.
Whitman's homeroom brought in 290. Students in Mrs. Himes', Mr. Ash's, Ms.
Ruprecht's and Ms. Petropouleas' classes all submitted over 200 Box Tops. Thanks to parents, students and teachers for your participation. The next classroom contest will be in
January -- so keep clipping and saving!
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WINTER CONCERT
Mark your calendars for our Wonderful, Winter Concert scheduled for Monday,
December 20 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Our chorus and advanced band will be performing for the entire community. Please make plans to join us.
December 2004
Board of Education Approves Option #4
Boundary Decisions Finalized
for QOMS #2
T
he Board of Education unanimously
approved Superintendent Dr. Jerry
Weast recommendation for the implementation of Boundary Option #4 during
a hearing on November 18, 2004.
The Board complimented the enthusiasm
and support demonstrated by both the communities and parents. After listening to further testimony from parents and neighbors
in support of other boundary options, the
Board reminded the audience that everyone
is looking out for what is in the best interest
of the children and noted that all the children will benefit from the soon to be
reduced overcrowding at all local schools.
Quince Orchard Cluster Coordinator
Jim Keenan says the next step will be the
selection process for the new principal at
QOMS#2, which is already underway. "In a
few weeks community meetings will take
place at the schools feeding QOMS#2 to
identify characteristics the communities
would like to see in the new principal, says
Keenan, this feedback will be consolidated
to develop a profile used during the interview process." The selection process for the
hiring of a new principal will be fairly swift,
due to the need for attention to facility
details and staffing issues throughout next
year. Keenan says when parents and neighbors are notified of these upcoming meetings, they will be encouraged to take advantage of participating in the selection process.
Finalizing the boundaries, interviewing
potential principals, what could be left? How
about an official name for the school?
Keenan says the next point of community
and parent involvement will be the naming
of the new school. "While this will primarily
involve the schools attending QOMS#2, the
December 2004
Board will need all of our support to hopefully get what they would like," says Keenan.
How Will the School
Be Named?
While it has been called the Quince
Orchard Middle School since its inception, it is not the official name for the
newly constructed middle school situated
on Main Street in the community. What
most residents don't know is that all
Montgomery County Public owned
schools are identified by names that represent a person or location within
Montgomery County. The following
MCPS regulation sets forth the guidelines
for identifying and deciding the name for
an MCPS school, including the middle
school in Lakelands.
A. New/Reopened Schools
1. Names of Distinguished Persons
It is preferred that schools be named for
distinguished persons, no longer active in
their careers, who have made an outstanding
contribution to the community, county, state,
or nation. The Board of Education will give
strong consideration to names of women and
minorities so that these are equitably represented among county school names.
2. Geographic Names
Geographic names may also be considered for new schools. These names should
be clearly identifying, widely known, and
recognized.
3. The Office of the Board of Education will
maintain a list of distinguished persons,
no longer active in their careers, who have
made an outstanding contribution to the
community, county, state, or nation. Staff
of the Board of Education will research
and develop background information on
the distinguished person's accomplishments and contributions to the community, county, state, or nation.
4. As a new school nears completion, the
superintendent will assign the new
school's principal or another administrator to chair a name recommendation committee. The superintendent
will notify Board of Education members that a school naming committee is
being formed, and request that up to
four names be identified for the committee to consider.
a) The committee will be comprised of
PTA representatives from the attendance area that the new school will
serve.
b) The committee will solicit input
from neighborhood associations
and relevant county agencies and
organizations.
c) After careful deliberation, the com-
Boundary Options Finalized
The following elementary schools will attend
Ridgeview Middle School in 2005-2
2006
Thurgood Marshall
Fields Road
Jones Lane
Diamond (South)
Below are the elementary schools that will
attend QOMS in 2005-2
2006
Rachel Carson
Brown Station
Diamond (North)
Darnestown
mittee will recommend, in priority
order, its preference from among the
listing of names provided by the
Board of Education and up to two
additional names recommended by
the committee.
d) The superintendent will forward the
committee's recommendation to the
Board of Education.
5. The Board will make the final decision
on naming the new school.
Stay tuned to future issues of the
Lakelands Leader for more information
and details as the middle school process
nears completion. L
Lakelands T o O ffer C PR & F irst A id C ourse
By Andrea Escher
T
he Lakelands Social Committee will be offering life saving training
for Lakelands residents this month. The American Heart
Association in conjunction with the Social Committee has scheduled a
CPR & First Aid certification course for Saturday, December 11, 2004
from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Lakelands Clubhouse.
Certified American Heart Association instructors will be providing CPR certification for
infant, child and adult CPR as well as basic first aid training. The cost for the class is $50.00
per person and you will be required to pay the fee at the start of the class. If you are interested in signing up for these essential life saving skills, please contact Michele Lightburn at
michele.lightburn@longandfoster.com or call 301-519-0035. L
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citynews&events
Gaithersburg Area Newcomers Club
WELCOME COFFEE - December 10, 2004
The Gaithersburg Area Newcomers Club will hold a Welcome Coffee for prospective
new members on Friday, December 10, 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in a private
home in the Gaithersburg area. For information and directions; Call 301 528-5139 or 301
924-3737.
The Gaithersburg Area Newcomers Club is a non profit social organization established to promote friendship and help new residents become familiar with the community. It offers a variety of interest groups and monthly socials.
Bring in 2005 with the grandeur and style of the
Kentlands Mansion!
Imagine having an opportunity to ring in the New Year in the style of the Tschiffely family in their beautiful mansion in Gaithersburg. Well, you can! December 31, 2004 will be the
New Years' Eve party at the Kentlands Mansion.
The Mansion was the home of Frederick Tschiffely, a Washington pharmacist, who rebuilt
the Mansion in 1900. It remained in the family as a working farm raising crops and serving as pasture land for farm
animals and race horses. Otis Beall Kent purchased the
property in the early 1940's and operated the property and
expanded it to include all of the numerous buildings that
surround the Mansion. The property became Kentlands in
the late 1980's.
The dining room of the Mansion will be the location
of the New Years' Eve buffet catered by several local
restaurants. The adjacent library will be converted to an
open bar, where libations will be poured throughout the
evening and champagne at midnight. The music room
will be the center for the music and floor show.
The entertainment for the evening will be provided
by the famous Brian Clark, an entertainer from
Delaware, currently performing at the Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City. Brian provides an
evening of entertainment reliving the music of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., and
Tony Bennett as well as the stirring Motown sounds of Stevie Wonder, Jr. and Otis
Redding. The evening will be filled with entertainment and dancing.
Tickets for this evening of entertainment, unlimited food and beverage, including
a champagne toast and post-midnight breakfast, are $105.00 per person. Tickets can
be purchased by contacting the producer of the event, Michelle Clarke, of Kentlands
Public Relations, at (301) 926-5917.
Winter Lights Festival Returns
The event that's designed to put a twinkle in your eyes just in time for the holidays is
back, the 9th Annual Winter Lights Festival, from Nov. 26, 2004, through Jan. 1, 2005
(excluding Dec. 25), at Seneca Creek State Park, 11950 Clopper Road.
Winter Lights is a unique spectacle of lights that's sure to capture the imagination and
create lifelong memories. Winter Lights 2003 included more than 350 illuminated displays, and 60 animated displays along a 3.5-mile drive in an enchanted forest setting. A
drive through the park is like a drive through a holiday fantasy as festivalgoers will experience an array of characters and displays that will truly light up the night. Special themed
areas include Winter Woods, Teddy Bear Land, Victorian Village, the North Pole and
much more!
This brilliant light display has become a tradition for thousands of people in the metropolitan area who visit each year. Those who have never been to the display will be in
awe of the experience. Return visitors will be thrilled to find new displays and arrangements to keep you coming back for years to come.
New to the Festival in 2004 is the addition of Open Air Trolley Rides. Trolley rides will be
held on Mondays, Nov. 29, Dec. 6 and Dec. 13 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at a cost of $5 per person ages two and older. Bring a blanket and enjoy a fairytale carriage ride through Winter
Lights! Reservations required by calling 301-258-6350.
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December 2004
Calling All Interior Designers
Winter Lights Festival
November 26 - January 1, 2005
at Seneca Creek State Park
$10 per car Sun.-Thurs. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
$12 per car Fri.- Sat. 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
$2 off coupons available
at Lakeforest Shopping Center.
Coupons are valid Sun. - Thurs. only.
Proceeds benefit local charities.
While driving through, take note of a
special code word and enter to win a
$1,000 shopping spree as part of the
Bright Lights, Big Money promotion sponsored by Lakeforest Shopping Center.
Sponsors of the festival include: Comcast,
The Gazette, Giant Food, Inc., Hughes
Network Systems, Lakeforest, MedImmune,
Mix 107.3, OBA Bank, Pepco, Sandy Spring
Bank, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital and
The Washington Post.
Winter Lights will be open Sunday
through Thursday, from 6 to 9 p.m., and
Friday and Saturday, from 6 to 10 p.m.
The Festival will be closed on Dec. 25.
Admission is only $10 per car on
Sunday through Thursday and $12 per
car on Friday and Saturday. As always,
proceeds from the Festival benefit local
charities.
For more information contact 301-2586350 or check back to this page for updates
at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/winterlights.
If you are an interior design specialist
and offer services locally, the Kentlands
Community Foundation would like to
invite you to register your name and business information with the Foundation's
Artists Database. Listing your design services in the KCF Database will bring attention from Kentlands and Lakelands residents who will be able to access the information on the Kentlands Community
Foundation website at www.kentlands.org
and in a printed registry. For more information call the KCF Office at 301-9266636 or visit the website and go to
"Programs" and then "Calling all Artists".
Young Musicians Sought for
2nd Young Artist Awards
The City of Gaithersburg and
Kentlands Community Foundation are
pleased to announce the Second Annual
Young Artist Award, a juried competition
designed to provide young musicians (ages
12-18) with an enriching artistic and
resume-building experience. This year's
competition has been broadened to
include vocal as well as instrumental performances. The first place and grand prize
winners receive invitations to perform in
the Young Artist Award Concert, a public
concert to be held on March 18 and 19,
2005, at 7:30 p.m. at the Gaithersburg
Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road.
Prizes for instrumental performances will
be awarded in each of three categories: contemporary, traditional and classical music
styles. Prizes for vocal performances will be
awarded in two categories: contemporary
and classical. Young musicians, both soloists
and small ensembles, are welcome to audition for this exciting and prestigious opportunity. The student musician will submit an
audition tape and, if selected, will perform in
a live audition before a qualified panel of
jurors. Audition tapes must be received no
later than Dec. 1, 2004, at the Arts Barn.
Applications and general guidelines for
the Young Artist Award Vocal and
Instrumental Competition and Concert are
available online by logging on to
www.gaithersburgmd.gov. For more information call Dorthy Winder at 301-258-6350 or
email dwinder@gaithersburgmd.gov.
Help Us Decorate
The "Tree of Warmth"
November 16th - December 8th
This year, the Kentlands Community
Foundation is partnering with the City of
Gaithersburg and the KCA to create the
"Tree of Warmth".
Please decorate the Tree with new hats,
scarves, mittens, socks and even winter
coats, or jackets, which will be distributed
to hundreds of Gaithersburg residents in
need this holiday season.
The "Tree of Warmth" will also be
decorated with (20) stocking ornaments, each one representing a localchild in need of new boots and\or
shoes for the winter. If you would like
to buy a pair of shoes or boots for a
child, please sign up on the Secret
Stockings Sign Up sheet at the reception desk at the Kentlands Clubhouse,
and follow the directions as stated.
When you return with a wrapped box
of shoes or boots, you will be asked to put
your name on a stocking ornament, and
place the ornament on the Tree.
Volunteers from the Kentlands
Community Foundation will collect all the
Warm clothing and shoes, and deliver them
to the City of Gaithersburg for distribution to
over (300) people in need in the Greater
Gaithersburg area.
For more ideas on how to help others
during the holiday season, pleasecontact
the Foundation at www.kentlands.org or
(301) 926.6636.
Proactive S ecurity T o P atrol T hrough 2 004
Security Contract Not Renewed for New Year
By Andrea Escher
P
lease be advised that Proactive Security has switched to the Fall/Winter
schedule, which means they will only be providing security patrolling services in the community on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings between 9:00
p.m. and 5:00 a.m. If you have any concerns or issues during these weekend
hours, please contact Proactive dispatch at 301-674-1309. Security services have
only been contracted through the end of December.
The Leader has learned the Lakelands Community Association has not contracted for security services in 2005. According to Katherine Gilbert of the
Lakelands Community Relations Committee, the $35,000 budgeted line item for
security services was cut to $5,000 for 2005. Gilbert says the committee is not sure
what type, if any, security services can be obtained for $5,000, but they will be looking into any ideas and alternatives. We'll be sure to keep you posted! L
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socialcommitteeupdate
By Jim Wakefield
W
ow! It's been a very busy year! As we wrap-up 2004 I'd like to take a minute and
thank everyone who helped out on the Social Committee. From coming up with
great (and sometimes crazy ideas), making popcorn, serving burgers, running to pick-up
food, laundering and ironing table clothes, dishing out ice cream, and the ever present
cleaning-up after every event, these folks have done it all! I am extremely proud to have
spent the past year working with this team!
2004 Social Committee
Mike Ciatto
Corynne Levy
Kim McDanald
Peggy Quinn
Emily Steinberg
Stephanie Stewart
Lori Wakefield
Meg Haynes
Joe Levy
Judy Mills
Diane Sandy
Steve Steinberg
Karrie Strohman
We also have two honorary members by virtue of the fact that they come with their
spouse to most events and end-up staying to help clean-up; Joe Mills and Jon Sandy thanks guys!.
I'd also like to recognize our sponsors for their support throughout the year. Without
their generosity, we would not have been able to do all that we did and for that I am very
grateful. In fact, I noticed early on that every sponsor we called upon said the exact same
thing, "Let me know what I can do to help." -It doesn't get any better than that!
2004 Sponsors
American TKD Academy
Caruso Family Homes*
Doughboys Pizza and Subs
Floor Rio - Abbey Carpet
Inner Reaches Yoga
Mary Charters
Pepernota Pasta
Potomac Pizza
Jayme Schneider/Premier Financial*
Village Settlements
Baja Fresh
Cosi Restaurant
Erie Financial
Glory Days Restaurant
Invitations Ink
My Thyme Catering
Potomac Garden Center
Prigal Realty
Quiznos Subs
* Sponsored multiple events
If you've been following this column or better yet, if you have been getting out to our
events, you know that we tried a lot of new ideas in 2004. Although 2004 was a great
year for us, we're busy getting ready for an even more exciting 2005! We hope you have
a happy holiday season and we'll see you next year! L
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December 2004
environmental &beautification
committee update
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By Bev Frey, Chairperson
s the growing season winds down for
the year, so does the EBC! Thank
you to all the members and volunteers who worked so hard to make this year
a success. All who enjoy the beauty of our
community appreciates the commitment,
dedication, and creativity of the committee
members. A special thanks to Marcia
Robins, co-chairperson, whose contribution to the EBC is immeasurable. Thank
you for your time, efforts, and opinions.
It has been a very busy year for the EBC.
Committee members
recently walked the
nature trail with the
developer to determine
the placement of the
path markers throughout
the community. Also,
work has begun on the
footbridges around Lake
Varuna, which will complete the trail through
this wooded area. We
hope that as work is completed, residents will take
advantage of the beauty
of the area by walking the path and spotting
the deer and fox that have become residents
of the woods.
Also, a special thanks to Carrie Halpert,
Kathleen Aller, and the City of
Gaithersburg for all their hard work in landscaping the area at Nirvana woods. In
October, the wooded area was cleared, and
new trees and shrubs were added to the natural wood setting. The new plantings are a
wonderful addition to the neighborhood.
During the past months, Potomac
Gardens has worked diligently on land-
scaping Sheila Street Commons, Phelps
Tot Lot, and Market Street Commons.
Benches and pathways have recently been
installed, completing these three areas for
all to enjoy. In the spring, work will begin
on Main Street Commons, Kersten Street
Tot Lot, and some areas of Chestnut Hill
Park. Plans are available for review on the
2nd floor of the clubhouse. Please contact
the EBC if you have questions or concerns.
In 2005, the committee will focus on
Phase III of the Landscape Architect Plan,
will design a landscape
plan for Lane in the
Woods, and arrange a
community cleanup for
the Stone Mason wooded area.
The EBC, in conjunction with the Design
Review Committee, is
also developing guidelines to allow certain
types of stonework to be
used in the mews to alleviate muddy areas caused
by car and truck traffic.
Details will follow in the spring. As with any
improvement to a residence, an approval
must be received from the DRC before any
work begins.
The Environmental and Beautification
Committee meets the third Wednesday of
the month. As always, the committee is
open to suggestions, new members, and
volunteers. Please join us at the next meeting in January 2005. There will be no
EBC meeting in December.
Have a warm and wonderful holiday
season! L
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By Andrea Escher
Kentlands I ce R ink O pen
For B usiness
T
he Kentlands Outdoor Ice Rink located next to the Star Diner is
back in action!. The rink opened during Thanksgiving and will
stay open until the beginning of March although Mother Nature will
be the determining factor. The rink will continue to offer discounts
for special events, school groups, community groups and birthday parties. Their hours of
operation are as follows:
Fridays 12 noon to 10:00 PM • Saturdays 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Sundays 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
If you would like to contact the Kentlands Ice Rink to find out more information call:
240-631-9100. If you would like to leave a message and make a reservation for an event
please call: 240-631-6669.
The staff at the Kentlands Ice Rink looks forward to seeing everyone on the ice this season.
Office B uilding O pening S oon
T
he progress is nearing completion on the Lakelands office building on Main Stret
and the Leader has learned several leases have been signed and the following tenants
are expected to move in the before the holidays!
Clover Clothing Boutique
Coratola Architecture Firm
Office of Natelli Communities
Crepes A Go Go
Gifford's Ice Cream & Candy
In addition, no names have been given, but a high-end Washington D.C. Italian restaurant as well as a coffee shop is also rumored to set up shop soon. We'll keep you posted!
Steak a nd S oul O pens o n M ain S treet
A
new restaurant has opened at 348 Main
Street and promises to be a unique dining experience. Lakelands extends a warm
welcome to Steak and Soul and its owner
Olga Deneau upon their recent grand opening in early November. Steak and Soul offers
a menu of high quality healthy food, including a variety of Angus steaks, chicken and
seafood dishes as well as side dishes of fresh vegetables, salads and more. A children's menu
is also available. Steak and Soul is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. We wish Olga
and Steak and Soul all the best!
Fine J ewelry a t
Four S easons
T
he holidays are here and if you are
still searching for that perfect gift
for him or her, the gift of jewelry is
always a winner. In fact, your jewelry
shopping has gotten easier thanks to
the grand opening of Four Seasons
Jewelry and Gifts at 324 Main Street.
Photo Courtesy:Tom Marchessault
Four Seasons offers a variety of jewelry
from rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets, to gifts and more. Take a moment to stop
in and see what shiny new gifts are waiting for you!
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Bon A ppetite!
F
rench cuisine is on the way! Restaurant Le Palais will soon be opening at 304 Main
Street in the coming weeks. The lunch menu will offer specialties from all around
France including crepes and Chef Joe and his 18 years of chef talents in two restaurants
in France will be dishing up a delicious dining experience. Wait till you taste the
desserts! Stay tuned for more details!
Lakelands R esident D ebuts
Clin-SS pa
By Gina Dropik
C
lin-Spa, the clinical aesthetic spa, has opened its doors
on Main Street in the
Kentlands, making it the only
business of its kind in the D.C.
metropolitan area. The spa is
entirely devoted to skin care
where owner and Lakelands resident Lori Kushner's motto is
"Clinical treatment meets the
spa". With that in mind she has
created a space of quiet elegance
where patrons can experience
clinical treatments and products
for the face and body close to
home.
Lori attended Yvonne de
Vilar, a skin care school in
Lori Kushner of Lakelands,
Virginia, which is the first scienowner and operator of
tific school of European aesthetClin-SSpa on Main Street.
ics. There she became licensed
in make-up artistry, facial treatments, body spa treatments, and
Photo Courtesy: Gina Dropik
waxing. She started her business
in her home a year ago and
through word of mouth and direct mailings she acquired a loyal following. Recently Lori
decided to take her previous Bachelor of Business Administration, her training from
Yvonne de Vilar, and her loyal following and open her business in one of the live-work
units, which was a dream come true for her. "I actually get to do what I love," Lori said.
The salon is decorated in beautiful earthy tones which provide a relaxing atmosphere.
All first-time clients take a skin survey on their first visit. With that information Lori is
able to educate them on the best treatment for their individual skin. She guides her
clients through proper home care techniques and makes recommendations about which
products would work best for their particular skin type. If necessary they will be referred
to a medical doctor.
Services at the spa are limited to facials, peels, waxing and make-up application. ClinSpa carries 22 different lines of skin care products. "Many of these are exclusive to ClinSpa in this area," Kushner said. "These are products that are usually only available
through doctor's offices or destination spas." Products are available for all skin types and
skin conditions such as teenage and adult acne, rosacea, photo damaged skin, ethnic
skin, sensitive skin, age related skin changes, skin discolorations and more.
Lori lives on Cross Green Street with her five-year-old son Ryan who attends the
Butler School. The spa is located at 332 Main Street and currently has a staff of
four. Hours of operation are: Mondays: 9:30a.m. - 4:30p.m., Tuesdays and
Thursdays: 9:30a.m.-9:30p.m., Wednesdays: 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m., and Fridays and
Saturdays: 9:30a.m.-7:30p.m. Appointments are recommended for services, but
walk-ins are welcome and will be accommodated whenever possible. The phone
number is 301-990-1991.
December 2004
who’snews
HAPPY
BIRTHDAY!
H
appy 8th birthday to Jaymie Krems of Lakelands Drive.
Jaymie, who will celebrate her birthday on December 17, is a
third grader at Rachel Carson who loves art, swimming, tumbling,
bike and scooter riding, macaroni and cheese, playdates with her
friends, and especially reading. Jaymie is also proud that all her
hard work paid off and she made the honor roll at school. Special
birthday wishes are coming your way, Jaymie, from your parents,
your big brother Bryan, and from all your friends!
H
appy belated birthday to Sarah Bess Friedlander of
Rockborn Street. Sarah celebrated her 2nd birthday on
November 6 with a party with her playgroup friends. She
enjoyed being with her friends and family. We hope you had a
great day!
Kentlands & Lakelands Brownies
Decorate “Tree of Warmth”
(left to right) back to front are:
4th Row: Mary Stuart Elder, Hannah Messer,
Hannah Dietz, Emily Baumgartner, Emily Benedict,
Megan McDanald, Katie Coulson,
Victoria Rodriguez
Each child receives a very special keepsake Santa bag
filled with goodies including a FREE Holiday theatre
ticket compliments of Kentlands Stadium 10 & Drafthouse.
Breakfast tickets must be purchased by December 8th
to reserve your space. Limited number of tickets on
sale now at Star Diner and Potomac Pizza.
3rd Row: Joey Kole, Whitney Souery,
Katie Palmiere, Emma Topercer
2nd Row: Jenna Wilson, Emma Levrio,
Dara Sypes, Katherine Ryder
1st Row: Ashley McDanald, Danielle Friedman-H
Hill,
Cassidy Solomon
B
rownie Troop 5511 of Gaithersburg Maryland standing in front of the "Tree of
Warmth" at the Kentlands Clubhouse, learned about the rights and responsibilities
of American citizenship. The troop created homemade gift tags and tree ornaments for
twenty area children who will, in addition to receiving hats, mittens and scarves, be given
shoes as part of the Secret Santa program going on through December 8th. A special
thank you to Lowes in Kentlands for donating the tree!
Carlee & Mackenzie’s Canned Food Drive Success Story
R
idgeview students Carlee Giddens and
Mackenzie Papoi want to thank the Lakelands
community for contributing to Ridgeview Middle
Schools Annual Canned Food Drive for St. Martin's
Soup Kitchen. Carlee and MacKenzie set out with a
red wagon on a beautiful Sunday in November and
collected 250 cans of food!!! Ridgeview collected
5000 cans last year and plan to beat their goal for
this year! Go Bobcats!! Thanks again to our community for supporting others during the holiday season.
Lakelands Youngster Attends Football Camp
With Washington Redskins
L
akelands resident Mac Greaney attended the Art
Monk football camp along with 15 of the
Washington Redskins and Baltimore Ravens. The
summer the camps were held at George Mason
University in Fairfax, Virginia and McDaniel College
in Westminser, Maryland. Mac's mother Jennifer said,
"I'm thoroughly impressed with Art Monk's commitment to shaping the future of these boy's. It is a once
in lifetime opportunity to met some great former and Photo (l-rr) Mac Greaney, Charles Mann and
pro football players and learn first hand from their expeGreg Loeb had a blast this at the
rience and Mac had a fantastic time."
football camp.
December 2004
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Forgive me father for we are about to sin! This
priest and nun, Steve and Carol Ward, decided
to step out and be naughty at the Lakelands
happy hour.
Photos Courtesy: Jim Wakefield
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Market Street East resident
Bev Frey shows off her
happy hour themed
ensemble.
Always the life of the party, toga man Jim Wakefield stops for a
freaky photo with these unknown masked Lakelands residents.
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T
hey said toga optional and costumes required, so you had to know that the October
happy hour themed Halloween/toga party bash was going to get wild! The
Lakelands Social Committee threw a Halloween happy hour gathering on October
29 and the residents came dressed in their wildest and wackiest costumes. A special
thanks to everyone who attended and came in costume, it just goes to show you that
Lakelands adults know how to party, especially on Halloween. L
December 2004
December 2004
Coming Attractions!
Upcoming Events
Produced by the
Lakelands
Social Committee
December 2004
"
BUS TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY:
Saturday, December 4th
We'll depart Lakelands at 6:00 AM on
December 4th in two motor coaches
and arrive mid-town at Rockefeller Center around 10:30 - 11:00
AM. Once in New York, the day is yours to do as you wish (check
out www.nyctourist.com for ideas). We'll return from the same
location at 6:00 PM that evening and arrive back at Lakelands by
11:00PM. Both buses are sold-out.
"
TOYS FOR TOTS:
Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 AM
Santa appears at the Clubhouse during the
US Marine Corps annual Toys for Tots
Campaign. Your child can sit on Santa's lap.
We ask that you please bring a new
unwrapped gift for a needy child.
"
FAMILY NIGHT: With December being such a busy month with
various holidays and corporate and private holiday parties,
we've decided to postpone Family Night until January when
things return to normal.
"
HAPPY HOUR: With December being such a busy month with
various holidays and corporate and private holiday parties,
we've decided to postpone Happy Hour until January when
things return to normal.
"
BRIDGE LESSONS:
Tuesdays December 14th, 21st and 28th 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
in the Clubhouse Red Room.
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neighbortoneighbor
Still Creek Lane resident
Stephanie Gallagher gives you
real mom advice in her guide
to surviving the baby years.
By Andrea Escher
Lakelands Resident's Best Seller Hits the Shelves
L
akelands residents who reside in Lane
in the Woods know Still Creek Lane
neighbor Stephanie Gallagher as
wife, mother of two daughters and a great
neighbor. What most residents don't know
is that Gallagher is all that and more. An
award-winning journalist, Gallagher's articles have appeared in such well known
magazines as Redbook, McCall's,
Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine and
Woman's World. She is the publisher of
Sound Bite Press and author of Money
Secrets the Pros Don't Want You to Know,
Fabulous Bargains, and The Everything
Baby Resource Guide.
As if that isn't enough, Gallagher's
latest literary masterpiece has hit book
stores nationwide, as she celebrates the
debut of her new best selling book, The
Gallagher Guide to the Baby Years: The
Real Moms' Survey of Top-Rated
Products and Advice.
Long & Foster Potomac Village
The #1 Sales Office in Potomac
301-983-0060
PROUDLY ANNOUNCES
JENNY SLATER, Lakelands Resident
ONCE AGAIN...A TOP PRODUCING
AGENT FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER
CALL JENNY AT 240-505-3565.
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Just what exactly is the Gallagher
Guide? Gallagher says her book will give
you the straight skinny on everything
from coping with morning sickness to
making potty training a breeze. "It's a
handy reference of indispensable product
ratings, brand recommendations, and
advice that's been tested in the trenches,
from real moms," says Gallagher.
The only book to offer practical solutions, The Gallagher Guide is ranked and
rated by the true experts: other moms
who've been where you are now. "You can
count on finding answers that will work
for you, says Gallagher, because every solution, every recommendation, and every
suggestion has been tried, tested and
proven to work in the most rigorous testing
labs around: the homes, cars, parks and
playgrounds of moms all over the world."
Publishing the Gallagher Guide was
not an easy task, as Gallagher says she
spent a busy six months surveying 194
moms, including 25 doctor moms from
all over the world. "I surveyed moms
from Hawaii to England and 10 of our
very own Lakelands moms, said
Gallagher. I survey them on everything
from coping with colic to losing the pregnancy weight. I asked them how to prepare for labor and where to get baby
announcements. What they do when
their babies won't nap and where they
shop for cool maternity clothes."
After surveying mom after mom,
Gallagher says she and her staff put
everything they learned into a large database, ranked, rated the answers and
organized it all. Within a few months,
presto… The Gallagher Guide to the
Baby Years: The Real Moms' Survey of
Top-Rated Products and Advice.
Gallagher says they tested strollers for
durability and sound-tested children's
music for listenability. With no stone
unturned and no topic left untouched,
Gallagher laughs as she admits they even
taste-tested baby food and shrink-tested
maternity clothes.
With more then 467 tips and tricks
to get through the baby years, Gallagher
Photo Courtesy: Sound Bite Pres
A Real Mom's Advice in “The Gallagher Guide to the Baby Years”
says her book is for every mom who
wishes she had a trusted and experienced friend to lean on, to give her a
helping hand. " It's for every mom who
wants to do the right thing for her baby,
but doesn't want to have to get a Ph.D in
child development in order to do so,
says Gallagher. It's for every mom who
could use a little extra time to herself, a
little extra money in her wallet, and a
huge helping of secrets and shortcuts to
make life easier. In short, it's for YOU!"
Gallagher says moms who purchase The
Gallagher Guide to the Baby Years, will
never feel lost and alone again. "You won't
have to wonder whether what you're going
through is normal says Gallagher, or
whether you're prepared to deal with what
comes next. You'll have your own personal
cheerleading squad of experienced mommies in your corner."
Since the book hit stores last month, readers are raving about Gallagher and her real
mom advice. Alice Whitman of Baltimore
says she purchased the book at a local book
store and states it is THE top notch reference
book for moms! "This book has loads of helpful advice from real moms. It is so easy to
access just what you need in minutes, says
Whitman. This isn't just for moms of babiesit's for moms (and even dads) of older kids
too. I gave a copy to a friend who said-"The
author's a genius!"
When not busy publishing best sellers or contributing articles to popular
magazines, Gallagher enjoys spending
time with her husband Mark and their
two daughters, seven year old Sloane
and three year old Clare. She is an active
participant in her children's schools and
recently co-organized the end of the
school year ice cream social for all
Lakelands children.
The Gallagher Guide to the Baby
Years is available for purchase on amazon.com or in local book stores. We congratulate Gallagher on most recent publication and wish her all the best. We
hope to see you on the New York Times
Best Seller list! L
December 2004
lakelandslistings
Complied by Prigal Brothers, Re/Max Realty
FOR SALE
Address
626 Gatestone Street
204B Heathwalk Street
522 Helene Street
1370 Main Mews
631A Main Street
406 Phelps Street
441 Phelps Street
Housing Type
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Model
Georgetown
Mt. Vernon
Turnbury
Georgetown
Georgetown
Fairgate
Turnbury
Builder
Miller & Smith
Ryland
Classic
Miller & Smith
Ryland
Ryan Homes
Classic
List Price
$594,000
$415,000
$539,000
$526,000
$370,000
$534,888
$529,900
UNDER CONTRACT
Address
417 Clayhall Street
310A Cross Green Street
744 Gatestone Street
517 Helen Street
529 Kersten Street
712 Lake Varuna Mews
625A Main Street
657B Main Street
803 Main Street
805 Main Street
252B Market Street East
825 Market Street East
730 Still Creek Lane
Housing Type
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Single Family
Townhouse
Townhouse
Cottage
Condo-Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Townhouse
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Townhouse
Single Family
Model
Turnbury
Georgetown
Builder
Classic
Ryland
Ryan Homes
Miller & Smith
NV Homes
Main Street
Ryland
Ryland
Miller & Smith
Miller & Smith
Ryland
Michael Harris
NV Homes
List Price
$539,000
$375,000
$766,000
$549,000
$589,000
$479,900
$370,000
$415,000
$539,900
$538,500
$415,000
$575,000
$899,000
Builder
Main Street
Classic
Miller & Smith
Ryland
Ryland
NV Homes
NV Homes
Michael Harris
Michael Harris
Parkwood
NV Homes
Classic
Main Street
Sold Price
$480,450
$645,000
$514,300
$371,000
$375,000
$759,000
$700,000
$585,000
$838,000
$612,000
$840,000
$499,900
$448,250
SOLD
Address
628 Bright Meadow Drive
713 Bright Meadow Drive
457 Clayhall Street
308A Cross Green Street
31A Golden Ash Way
535 Helene Street
543 Helene Street
441 Lakelands Drive
640 Lake Varuna Drive
705 Linslade Street
1373 Main Street
718 Market Street East
535 Sheila Mews
Housing Type
Cottage
Single Family
Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Condo-Townhouse
Single Family
Single Family
Townhouse
Single Family
Single Family
Townhouse
Cottage
Vanderbilt
Georgetown
Mt. Vernon
Georgetown
Georgetown
Mt. Vernon
Dartmouth
Model
Medinah
Georgetown
Georgetown
Bartholomew
Bartholomew
Savannah 2
Chesterfield
Turnbury
Alcott
Listings as of 11/16/04
The information above was obtained from MRIS. Information is believed to be accurate, but should not be relied
upon without verification. These were not listing/sold exclusively by Prigal Brothers, Re/Max Realty.
December 2004
17
Playgroup O ff t o a S uccessful S tart
T
he Lakelands Playgroup has returned
to the Clubhouse and coordinator
Irene Sayegh says the turn-out so far
has been great. "We have children ranging
in ages from four months to four years, we
are hopeful more Lakelands toddlers will
join us for the fun," says Sayegh.
In case you haven't heard the playgroup
meets every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to
12:00 p.m. in the Green Room, 2nd floor
of the Lakelands Clubhouse.
The playgroup is open to all Lakelands
residents with small children (there is no
set age limit but Sayegh says they are mostly pre-schoolers). Non-residents are welcome as long as he/she is a guest of a
Lakelands resident. Parents are encouraged to bring toys, blankets, snacks, lunch,
etc… whatever they and their children may
need. This is a great experience for the kids
Photo Credit: Irene Sayegh
By Andrea Escher
atthemovies
Lakelands playgroup
tots enjoy playing with
their friends and
even reading the
recent issue of the
Lakelands Leader.
and it will give parents an opportunity to
get to know each other - not to mention,
help each other out with stories, advice,
tears, etc.
Sayegh tells the Leader that the playgroup will be hosting upcoming events for
the children and recently hosted a
Halloween party for the kids. For more
information or questions, please contact
Irene Sayegh at isayegh@verizon.net. L
By Ben Laimon
I
SAW
f you are interested in a scary movie,
SAW should definitely make your list.
This movie exudes the dirty, gritty feel
of a dark and dangerous world akin to
the movie SEVEN. As comparisons go,
SAW does not approach the caliber of
SEVEN, but it will make its mark in the
world of the macabre.
The movie begins with two captive
men waking in a run-down abandoned
industrial bathroom. They quickly realize
they are each chained to a separate corner and the panic sets in. In order to
escape, they must figure out what is going
on through hidden clues surrounding
them. This scenario is an example of
what the story's evil mastermind does to
his victims. The villain, referred to as
Jigsaw, forces his victims into terrible lifethreatening situations in order to teach
them a life lesson. Each of scenarios is set
up to be an elaborate and torturous
ordeal for each victim. In each scenario,
the victim is given a set of nearly impossible clues that, if followed, would supposedly lead to freedom. Like many similar movies of this genre, the villain is
being pursued by two doggedly determined workaholic detectives.
SAW is unique as it focuses heavily on
the relationship between the two main
characters that are trapped in the abandoned bathroom. We get a glimpse into a
multifaceted dynamic of panic, fear, trust,
mistrust, and frantic desperation that such
victims may go through. This essential part
of the story could be very extraordinary in
the
hands
of
capable
actors.
Unfortunately, the relatively unknown
main characters feel very "wooden" in their
performances and even drew inappropriate laughter from the audience.
I bet you will quickly see what I mean as
the movie begins. If you can get past that
hiccup, the story is pretty creative. I liked
the twists that SAW incorporated. It really
bucked many of the traditional story formulas of its genre with just enough quirks
to doubt the motivations of otherwise obvious characters. That, combined with an
ending that is truly a zinger, really helped
the movie redeem itself. Don't get me
wrong, the clever twists and the unique
story approach worked together to barely
trump the bad acting. If you are looking for
a thriller and have the stomach for gruesome situations, you'll get your money's
worth from SAW.
Overall Rating:
2.5/5 stars
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R E P R O D U C T I V E
S C I E N C E
C E N T E R
December 2004
Holiday
Jokes
FREE PIZZA…..!
The Lakelands
Leader and
Potomac Pizza in
Market Square are
teaming up to offer
a free pizza deal for
another lucky
Lakelands kid. All you
have to do is provide a
joke, Doodle Bug drawing, short story, poem or any
creative writing piece, for next
month's Leader and not only will we feature
your child's submission, but Potomac Pizza will post the
your child's creative piece in their store. The winner will be
awarded with a special "pizza pass" and will be able to enjoy
a free piece of pizza every day during the month of January
at Potomac Pizza. What a deal!
Here’s some holiday pictures
that could use some color!
Q:
What do elves
learn in school?
A:
The elf-abet!
Q:
What do snowmen
eat for breakfast?
A:
Frosted flakes!
Q:
Who delivers
Christmas presents
to pets?
A:
Santa Paws!
Send the Kids Zone your jokes, puzzles, Doodle Bug drawings,
poems or short stories and we'll feature them in the next issue.
Submissions are welcome from any Lakelands child of any age.
To submit, please contact Andrea at leader@lakelands.org or call
301-519-1678. We can't wait to see you in the Kids Zone!
December 2004
19
gardengate
By Genie Tillisch
T
he holidays are a busy time for everyone, and my family is no exception.
We start off in early November with
my husband's birthday, a week later it's our
anniversary, and then Thanksgiving is hot
on our heels. Two weeks later we rev the
party engine even higher to celebrate my
daughter's birthday, followed by Christmas
and New Year's. By the time my birthday
rolls around in mid-January, we're just
about plum tuckered out and can barely
manage dinner and a movie.
But, early in December we're peaking
and never fail to make the annual pilgrimage to one of Maryland's Christmas
tree farms. It's become a tradition and
infinitely more satisfying than buying a
tree that was cut in October and
shipped from Canada. After all, we
sometimes ride out to the trees in some
far meadow, bumping along on a hay
wagon behind a tractor. And, my
daughter and I get to watch my husband
lie on the frozen ground and work up a
sweat sawing through 6-8 inches of
green wood with a borrowed saw, complaining all the while that his arm is
about to fall off. We always get a really
great tree, one that we tromped about
after, discussed and disputed, selected
through heated debate, dragged through
the mire, and tied to the top of our car
for a slow and cozy ride home. (Men
somehow manage to keep the speedometer under 65 when something is messing
with their aerodynamics.)
The only slightly sad part is the
moment the tree is actually cut and you get
that weird feeling that you, personally, just
killed a living thing. It is a little sad for me,
but only just a little, and I'll tell you why. I
buy into that whole Christmas tree industry environmental spin thing, lock, stock,
and barrel. They'll tell
you that the trees are a
crop just like corn,
wheat, or hay. None of
us cry when we see the
farmer cutting the corn
at summer's end, and
so should fall the
Christmas tree, without remorse. As most
Christmas tree fields
were once used for
annual crops, soil erosion has lessened with
Finding the perfect
the trees' long 8-15 year
Christmas tree is a
maturation rate. In
family affair.
addition, habitat for
wildlife has been created, and one acre of
trees produces enough oxygen every year
for 16 people to breathe. (This is really
great stuff!) Finally, natural trees require
no factories (that consume fossil fuels) to
produce a plastic (fossil fuel byproduct)
tree that needs to be packaged (raw materials), transported (more fossil fuel), displayed in the store (you got it, fossil fuel),
sold to the consumer, and finally discarded
(land fill or incinerator). Natural trees are
created with solar energy and are 100%
biodegradable.
So, if it's a Christmas tree you must
have, I highly recommend the "choose and
cut" method. Below are a few notable central Maryland farms, but you will
undoubtedly stumble across a number of
smaller operations as you drive along any
country road between Thanksgiving and
Christmas. Happy Hunting!
Sewell's Farm in Taneytown, Md. offers
Concolor Fir, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir,
White Pine, and Blue Spruce. All choose
and cut trees are $38.00. Sewell's offers 90
acres of trees, some up to 12' tall, free hot
Photo Courtesy: Genie Tillisch
Hunting the
Perfect Tree
cider on weekends, and a country gift
shop.
Fresh cut trees, balled and
burlapped live trees, wreaths, and roping
also available. Open starting November
28th, 9-5 daily. Directions: 410-756-4397
or www.sewellsfarm.com/.
Good Spirits Christmas Tree Forest in
Hagerstown grows Concolor Fir, Douglas
Fir, Fraser Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine, Blue
Spruce, and Norway Spruce. Thousands of
trees are available up to 12' in size. Hay rides,
hiking trails, hot chocolate and cider featured. Freshly dug live trees, wreaths, etc.
available. Open Thanksgiving through
Christmas Eve, 1-5 Mon.-Fri. and 9-5 on
weekends. Directions: (301) 797-5695 or
www.goodspiritstree.com/.
Pine Valley Farms in Sykesville produces
Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Douglas Fir,
Fraser Fir, White Pine, and Blue Spruce.
More than 15,000 trees are waiting for you
to choose. Prices begin at $29.00 for white
pine; firs are $41 and up. Fresh-cut trees,
wreaths, greens, roping, tree stands, and decorations available every day; hot dogs, barbeque, hot chocolate, cider, and crafts on
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9-5 every day. Directions: 410-795-8314 or
www.pinevalleyfarms.com.
For more Maryland Christmas tree
farms visit the 2004 Maryland Choose and
Cut Directory at www.marylandchristmas
trees.org/. L
Poinsettia
Pointers from
Potomac
Garden
Center
P
oinsettias are
a popular holiday decoration! Here
are a few pointers from
Potomac Garden Center to help you
keep your poinsettia looking perfect.
Light: Poinsettias prefers 6 or more
hours of direct sun per day. Poinsettias
will do well in consistently very bright
light as indirect light may not allow
them to bloom well.
Watering: Keep your poinsettia on
the dry side. Water it when the topsoil
has dried about ½ the depth of the pot.
Poinsettias like moderate to high
humidity.
Feeding: Feed your poinsettia with
complete fertilizer every two weeks during the spring and summer but not the
rest of the year. To hold plants over for
the following year, in spring, after flowers and bracts have died, cut back and
repot in fresh soil. Set your poinsettia
on a warm, sunny window or outdoors
during the warm season and keep in
shape with periodic pruning. When
the weather becomes cool in the fall,
bring in and set in a warm sunny spot.
Beginning in late September, plants
must have a long night - 14 hours of
uninterrupted darkness each night.
Place in a closet or cover with a heavy
paper bag or opaque cloth so that no
light reaches the plant during the
night, until the buds have set, usually
around the end of October.
By following these pointers, your
poinsettia is sure to be perfect! L
December 2004
cook’scorner
By Flora Kessler, M.S., R.D., L.D.
Fighting t he H oliday W eight W oes
N
early everyone has a food that they associate with a holiday; turkey at
Thanksgiving, latkes at Chanukah, pumpkin pie at Christmas. For those on a
weight reduction plan, watching their fat, sugar or salt intake, it can be a difficult
task to find items to meet their needs but enjoy the spirit of the season.
Here are some tips to help avoid putting on the pounds during this holiday season
when attending parties:
• Offer to bring a food item that is low in fat, sugar or salt.
• Head for the vegetables and fruit. Try to avoid the heavy dip and cocktail franks!
• Opt for ½ a glass of wine mixed with sparkling water, or sparkling water with lemon
or lime. Alcohol is high in calories, but low in nutrition.
• Make sure you eat a meal before attending a party. It is easier to resist the temptation
when you are full.
Menu plans for your family holiday meals can help to control calories, sugar, fat
and salt for healthy meals for the entire family. Many of your favorite recipes can
be modified easily to meet dietary needs. There are many new products on the market to use in cooking that lowers fat and sugar. Herbs and spices are a wonderful
way to avoid the use of salt. For some people, just decreasing the portion size can
satisfy that need to try some of your favorite food items while avoiding the full
impact of the calories, salt and sugar. Lots of great recipes are in cookbooks and
the Web that will help you in planning your holiday meal to meet your healthy
lifestyle.
Just in case you do feel that you have overindulged in too much holiday cheer, go out
and take a long walk with a loved one to enjoy the crisp air and the company.
Here is wishing you a healthy and happy holiday season! L
Flora Kessler is a Lakelands resident and a Registered Dietitian.
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SPOTLIGHT ON COMMUNITY BUSINESS
legallyspeaking
A R efresher
Course i n t he L aw
T
here are two themes for this article.
One is that as we head into the
Christmas-New Year season, it is a
good time to take a refresher course in traffic law. The other is that sometimes small
things can lead to much larger problems.
There is a seat belt law. All drivers must
be restrained by a seat belt. All occupants
under 16 years of age must be restrained by a
seat belt unless they are in an approved child
safety seat. An occupant of the front passenger seat must be restrained by a seat belt.
The fine for a set belt violation is only $25.00
for a violation, but the police may stop a car
for this apparent violation.
There is a law prohibiting the consumption of alcohol beverages in a motor vehicle.
Obviously, it applies to the driver; however, it
also applies to the other occupants of the
vehicle. The police may stop a vehicle for
this violation, and the occupant with the beverage, and possibly the driver as well, may be
charged. This also carries a $25.00 fine. The
only exception to this provision of possession
of an open alcoholic beverage container
applies to passengers in a taxi, limousine, or
similar vehicle.
There is even a law prohibiting littering
on a highway, parking lot, playground, or
similar public or private property. Litter is
broadly defined as trash, debris, rubbish,
and other discarded materials of every
kind. The operator of a motor vehicle can
be stopped if litter is disposed of in an
improper manner, such as throwing a cigarette out the window of a car. This crime
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By Tim Clarke
Kentlands Law Center
219 Firehouse Lane
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
301-217-9379
clarkelaw@aol.com
carries a maximum penalty of 30 days and
a $1,000.00 fine as well as a requirement
that the Court can order for the offender
to clean up the mess.
A police officer may properly stop a vehicle if he sees a violation regarding the seat
belt open container, or littering law. Then
the officer may make any other observations
which are permissible, such as determining if
the driver is operating under the influence of
alcohol. As the party season approaches, it is
a good idea to remember that a 140-pound
person would be considered at the legal limit
for driving under the influence after three
regular drinks. The standard for a 180pound person may be four drinks to reach
that level. A drink in this example is a 12ounce beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine, or a 11/2 ounce glass of spirits because all contain
the same amount of alcohol. Many area
places serve much larger beverages which
would cause someone to reach a limit far
sooner than this standard. The alcohol level
in Maryland is established at this level to try
to bring about highway safety. The police are
rightfully vigilant in going after those who
violate these laws.
These are but a few of the laws that are
designed to encourage proper care and attention as well as courtesy on the road. If you
wish to discuss any of these or other matters
of interest, please feel free to contact me. L
communityclassifieds
FOR SALE:
Motorcycle for Sale: 1999 Honda VT750
Shadow ACE Deluxe 750cc. Only 1,835 gentle miles. Original adult owner. Absolutely
perfect condition. Garage kept. Never saw
rain. Two-tone (Black and maroon) with full
windshield. First $3,500 gets it (Paid
$6,700). You finish "breaking it in". Call John
at (240) 632-2589; leave message.
Free Piano: Antique Weber, You Pick Up,
Email me at hctop@comcast.net.
Dutailier Glider Rocker: Dark cherry Dutailier
glider rocker, sleigh model, with light beige
chenille fabric. Excellent condition. $150.
Call 301-208-9032.
Pilates Reformer Machine: bought from QVC,
hardly used, why go out in the cold when you can
do a workout at home, $110, call 301-908-4571
Serta: King size double pillow-top mattress
and box spring, very comfortable, only $150.
Call 301-908-4571.
Pottery Barn: King Size Mesa Everyday Suede
Duvet Cover and 2 Shams in Camel color and also
2 Plush Fur Shams in two-tone brown. Hardly used.
Paid $500, Asking $200. Call 301-908-4571.
Entertainment Center: Oak veneer, honey
stain, dimensions 49"x44"x17", fits 27-in TV,
shelving in cabinet with glass door, one drawer and space for VCR/DVD below TV slot.
$100 obo. Call 301-330-8089.
Baby Stuff For Sale: Pali sleigh crib (drawer
underneath) in natural wood, white changing
table, Evenflo exersaucer and Peg Perego
high chair (teddy bear pattern). Please call
Stephanie Gallagher at 301-926-9469 or
email at stephanie@gallagherguide.com.
Services Needed/Available:
Hit & Run by Direct TV Van: Car parked on
Lakelands Drive on Thursday, November 18,
2004 at 3:30 p.m. was struck by a dark
green, older model caravan with Direct TV
signs, New York license plates. Driver was a
Hispanic male in his early/mid twenties. If
you had a Direct TV contractor driving a vehicle of this description at your home on this
date, please contact Ming at 301-537-6809.
Thanks in advance for your assistance.
Help Wanted: The Yellow Balloon Children's Hair
Salon is looking for a part time receptionist to
work 3 days a week from 9:30-3:00 starting in
either December or January. Perfect job for a
mom who lives in the neighborhood and wants
to be home with their kids after school. Please
call Sara at 240-243-0573 or stop by the salon
if you are interested.
Help Wanted in Kentlands: Full-time, Customer
Representative: Neighborhood State Farm
agent seeks a highly motivated team member.
Job entails servicing customers and marketing
our full range of products and services. No
experience necessary. Banking, retail, insurance exp. is a plus. Call 301 330-6612 or fax
resume to 301 330-5968.
Personal Assistant Needed: Disabled individual
needs assistance with activities of daily living
(i.e., dressing, showering, cooking, cleaning, etc.)
in early mornings, evenings and weekends. Close
to Montgomery College. No experience needed;
1-2/hr. shifts. Looking for 2-3 people. $10.50/hr.
Contact Nadia at (301) 977-8530 or
nibrahim@gmail.com.
Lakelands Roommate Wanted ASAP: To share
large three bedroom townhouse/condo ('B'
unit) with one female. Can't pass up the features and location; must see for yourself!! Male
preferred, Smoking and pets not allowed,
Unfurnished bedroom with private bath, Rent:
$750/month, Deposit: negotiable, Lease: Six
months, Kitchen: full privileges, Laundry: washer and dryer on bedroom (3rd) level, Utilities
(gas/electric) / cable: shared, Telephone: can
establish separate line. Contact Karrie at 301208-9521 or karries@flash.net.
Sell It, Find It, Rent It in the
Lakelands Classifieds.
To submit your FREE Lakelands classified,
email leader@lakelands.org
or call Andrea at 301-5
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1678.
December 2004
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December 2004
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The Halloween
Spirit Hits High
in Lakelands
Parents and children lined the streets
near the Clubhouse in celebration of
the community costume parade.
By Andrea Escher
More then two hundred neighbors gathered on the afternoon
of Halloween at the Lakelands basketball court to kick off the
annual community costume parade. As far as the eye could see
children dressed in their Halloween costumes arrived for an
afternoon of spooks, spirit and fun!
The event kicked off with a costume parade around the
perimeter of the Clubhouse and finished at the basketball court,
where members of the Lakelands Social Committee were gathered to get the party started.
The ever popular "Pumpkin Pass" (played like hot potato) and
the "Mummy-Wrap" contest had the children shouting and
laughing throughout the afternoon. At the end of the party the
children headed home for an evening of trick or treating in the
neighborhood.
A special THANK YOU to the Social Committee and everyone
who attended the bash. We can't wait to do it again next year.
Photos Courtesy: Andrea Escher
Snow White and two pretty in pink
princesses arrived for the parade.
With a little help from dad,
even the smallest Lakelands
tot took a shot of winning the
mummy-w
wrap contest.
Linslade Street's Campbell girls posed for a quick
pumpkin picture for mom.
The Ezrin and Coulson kids had
a blast at the Halloween bash.
Hey, JoJo what do you say?
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And the winner is… Snow White, the
winner of the Pumpkin Pass contest.
December 2004