This guy didn't move when I got within 5 feet. He even turned around the other way so I could get his best side! |
Friday, May 29, 2015
Frederick in Spring - Baker Park
I know it's time to write something about how the housing market it doing in Frederick County, and I will soon. But in the meanwhile, the weather is fantastic, and taking breaks from the delightfully hectic spring real estate market takes me directly to Baker Park. These photos show you what a great place it is to wander around!
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Flower Compositions
On a walk downtown in Frederick recently I saw a number of really nice flower compositions. I will add more as I come across them.
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Got Yoga!
Someone recently asked me if we have Yoga in Frederick. YES. Here are a few of the places where you can take yoga classes.
The Center of the Four Winds Studio http://www.theunschoolofyoga.org/
http://www.theunschoolofyoga.org/#!class-schedule/cln2
The Center of the Four Winds Studio http://www.theunschoolofyoga.org/
http://www.theunschoolofyoga.org/#!class-schedule/cln2
Sol Yoga
Om Chakra
http://www.omchakra.com/
http://www.omchakra.com/media/workshops
Frederick Memorial Hospital
http://www.fmh.org/exercise
Yoga in the Library
http://www.fcpl.org/programs/programs-events/yoga-library
http://www.omchakra.com/
http://www.omchakra.com/media/workshops
Frederick Memorial Hospital
http://www.fmh.org/exercise
Yoga in the Library
http://www.fcpl.org/programs/programs-events/yoga-library
There are other places as well - just Google: Frederick MD Yoga.
Friday, May 22, 2015
Downtown Frederick FAQ: Can I Restore A Fireplace in a Historic Home in Frederick?
Question:
Can I restore the fireplace in a historic home in Frederick City?

Answer by Todd Himes, Building Department Manager for the City of Frederick. “Wood burning as well as gas fireplaces are allowed in the downtown area. The installation of any new wood burning or gas fireplace would require a building permit. Most renovations / restoration work would require a building permit (depending on the actual work being performed) as well. If the property is located in the Historic District, HPC approval would be required for any work being performed on the exterior, such as but not limited to new/renovation to chimneys, flue pipes, spark arrestors, re-pointing, etc. If the structural integrity of the existing structure (floor) that is supporting the fireplace and/or chimney is of concern, it is recommended that the structure be inspected by a licensed professional engineer or a licensed and qualified contractor. As with any fireplace and especially one that has been setting dormant for a number of years, they should always be inspected by a licensed and qualified chimney sweep, before using the fireplace.”

Answer by Todd Himes, Building Department Manager for the City of Frederick. “Wood burning as well as gas fireplaces are allowed in the downtown area. The installation of any new wood burning or gas fireplace would require a building permit. Most renovations / restoration work would require a building permit (depending on the actual work being performed) as well. If the property is located in the Historic District, HPC approval would be required for any work being performed on the exterior, such as but not limited to new/renovation to chimneys, flue pipes, spark arrestors, re-pointing, etc. If the structural integrity of the existing structure (floor) that is supporting the fireplace and/or chimney is of concern, it is recommended that the structure be inspected by a licensed professional engineer or a licensed and qualified contractor. As with any fireplace and especially one that has been setting dormant for a number of years, they should always be inspected by a licensed and qualified chimney sweep, before using the fireplace.”
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Saturday, May 9, 2015
E-News from City of Frederick - May 2015: Carmack Jays, Fly In, Earth Month, Bells Across the Nation, Gangs, Arbor Day
Don't miss the great information
found in City of Frederick's May 2015 e-Newsletter, which is re-posted
here. If you have any questions or
suggestions, direct them to
Susan Harding, the Public Information Coordinator, and author of the
newsletter: susan@cityoffrederick.com. The topics for this month's
newsletter are shown below and the articles follow. See the e-Newsletter archives for
other issues. ~ Darcy Richards
Contents:
Contents:
- Talk to the Mayor Tuesdays
- Community Meeting Scheduled to Discuss Vacant Carmack Jays Property
- Bike to Work Day 2015 Freedom Summer Pass from TransIT
- 2015 Beyond the Garden Gates Garden Tour
- 2015 AOPA Fly In Saturday, June 6th
- Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Now Available
- Department of Parks & Recreation Summer Camps, Farmers' Markets & More
- Weinberg Center for the Arts Upcoming Events May Highlights
- Earth Month 2015 Watershed Cleanup
- Arbor Day 2015 City Named Tree City USA for 35th Year
- Bells Across the Nation & Illuminating Frederick 1865 - From Celebration to Grief - A look back at the celebrations
- News from the Frederick Police Department
- Neighborhood Advisory Council Presentation on "Gangs in Frederick"
- Residential Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event
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