Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Interior Home Design Trends for 2016: Colored Stainless Steel and more
Here are some things Houzz.com says you can expect to see in homes being renovated in 2016. Some of them are in use already. Big on the list is - colored stainless steel appliances. Colors vary but black is sure to be popular along with bronze, slate, and white. Or if you are tired of stainless steel altogether, scroll down for kitchens with color!
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Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Red Flags for Home Buyers

- Questionable renovations. A homeowner may attempt to boost the value of their properties, by adding on rooms or removing walls in order to create a more open floor plan. If the renovation is done without the proper expertise, structural issues could result. Check the permits in the public records.
- Strong fragrances. If overwhelming aromas of potpourri or air fresheners linger in a home, they may be looking to conceal odors.
- Water stains or peeling paint. Water stains on the walls or ceilings may indicate leaks or mildew, while paint that is fresh only in certain spots may signal that the homeowner is attempting to mask problems.
- Poorly maintained gutters. If gutters are clogged with debris, leaks will result and may cause a multitude of problems, including mold growth and damage to the home’s foundation or exterior walls.
- Roof problems. Roof repairs or replacements may be very expensive. Look for loose material and worn, damaged, or missing shingles.
- Aging appliances or HVAC systems. If a home’s major appliances show signs of age, they may soon require costly repairs or replacements.
- Damage to the foundation. If the walls of a home appear curved or uneven or there are noticeable cracks or bulges in the foundation, the home may be suffering from structural issues.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Friday, December 11, 2015
SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Frederick County

The Frederick County Division of Emergency Management would like to inform citizens that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the opening of the Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Frederick County. The center opened December 10, 2015, at The City of Frederick – Department of Public Works, 111 Airport Drive, Room 4, Frederick, Md., to issue loan applications and answer questions about the loan program. This is a temporary location, so residents are encouraged to visit the center by Thursday, Dec. 17. Loan applications can also be down loaded at www.sba.gov/disaster
For more information, please see the attached release and documents. Individuals and businesses may also obtain information and loan applications by calling the SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 (1-800-877-8339 for the deaf and hard-of-hearing), or by e-mailing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. If you have any questions, please contact the Frederick County Department of Emergency Preparedness at 301-600-1746.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Artist Christina Lund at The Artists Gallery December 2015
Artist Christina Lund has an exhibit at The Artists Gallery in downtown Frederick this month. The exhibit is entitled "In and Out" and she has kindly agreed to allow me to post a couple of photos of her work. There will be a talk on Dec 12th at 7 pm. Christine is a long time resident of Frederick (since 1977), a former public
school art teacher, now retired, and a member of The Artists' Gallery since 2007.
She has also shown her work at the Catepetl Gallery and had exhibits at the Delaplaine and Stone
Manor in Harper's Ferry.
The Artists Gallery is located at 216 N Market Street, Frederick MD 21701.
Phone: 301-696-8187. Hours Friday and Saturday Noon - 9 pm, and Sunday Noon - 5 pm. Locate the gallery. See more of Christina's work at christinalund.artspan.com To learn more about Christina, go to the Artists Gallery page: http://www.theartistsgalleryfrederick.com/
The Artists Gallery is located at 216 N Market Street, Frederick MD 21701.
Phone: 301-696-8187. Hours Friday and Saturday Noon - 9 pm, and Sunday Noon - 5 pm. Locate the gallery. See more of Christina's work at christinalund.artspan.com To learn more about Christina, go to the Artists Gallery page: http://www.theartistsgalleryfrederick.com/
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Rainy Morning on Fifth Street - Christina Lund |
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The Gap from Kiparoo - Christina Lund |
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Three Trees at Kiparoo - Christina Lund |
Sunday, December 6, 2015
The Mystical Face of Baker Park
Baker Park is a busy recreational area in Frederick MD once the day gets started, but it has other faces as well. The mornings allow for meditative walks that give you time for listening to the birds, getting a little exercise and getting ready to start the day. This morning, a delightful fog rolled in around town which made Baker Park seem almost mystical. It was easy to forget that the park is in the middle of a thriving town in the foggy landscape. Baker Park is not Yosemite, but when it comes to magnificent trees and beautiful views, Baker Park has enough to keep your interest.
Darcy Richards
Darcy Richards
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Upcoming Events Downtown Frederick December 2015
For more
details about these upcoming events, and others this month, go to the websites for the Downtown Frederick Partnership, Celebrate Frederick, or the Tourism calendar.
- Holiday Art Competition Dec 2 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM
- Scents & Sweets Competition and Auction – Dec 3 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM, William Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St
- First Saturday Holiday Open House Dec 5 • 3:00 – 9:00 PM
- Christkindlmarkt Dec 5 • 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Evangelical Lutheran Church 35 E Church St.
- Holiday Magic at Rose Hill Manor Park - Dec 5
- Candlelight House Tour Dec 5 • 5:00 – 9:00 PM; AND Dec 6 • 12:00 – 4:00 PM, Tickets required
- Kris Kringle Procession Dec 11 • 6:30 – 7:30 PM Downtown
- Museums By Candlelight Dec 12 • 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM Start at the Frederick Visitor Center 151 S East St.
- Festival of Lights Dec 18 • 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM City Hall
- Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Workshop, Dec 28, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- First Saturday – Wine Down, Jan 2, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
eNews from the City of Frederick December 2015: Regional Park Questionnaire, Newel Post, Bicycle Friendly Community, Weinberg, Tree Donors
Greetings. Here is the December 2015 eNews from the City of Frederick.
This newsletter is packed full of useful information! It is re-posted
here by permission. If you have any questions or suggestions, direct
them to Susan Harding, the city's 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
- Westside Regional Park Feasibility Questionnaire - We want to hear from you!
- Talk to the Mayor Tuesday - December 22nd from 2-6 pm
- Frederick Community Action Agency - Helping People - Changing Lives
- The Newel Post - Fall/Winter Edition
- Gold Leaf Award - Outstanding Landscape Beautification Project
- City Thanks Tree Donors - City Hall & 7th Street Fountain
- Re-Designated a Bronze Level - Bicycle Friendly Community
- Productions by The City of Frederick - Audio Visual Department
- Weinberg Center for the Arts - December Lineup
- The Frederick Police Department
- Solid Waste Management Forums - Looking for Citizen Input
- Alert Frederick County - Emergency Notification System
- Employment Opportunities
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