Potomac News Brief: Potomac Community Village to Host Get-Together
Potomac Community Village (PCV), with a mission of empowering older Potomac residents to age in place in their existing homes, strengthen existing social connections and build new ones, is hosting a New and Prospective Member Get-Together on Monday, May 9, at 3 p.m., at a private home on Chapel Road, Potomac.
Montgomery Council Introduces Bill That Could Help Seniors Stay in Their Homes
Legislation that could enable many seniors 65 and older to defer increases on property taxes was presented in Montgomery County Council this week.
Potomac Snapshot: St. Francis Thrift Sale
At the April 2 St. Francis Thrift Sale were (from left) Matilda Koroma, Helen Stupar, Mardy O'Neil, Chuck Byrd, Mary Ashworth, Barbara Cantey, Carol Jarvis, Andy Jordan, and Lynne Astrich.
Potomac Health & Fitness: Launching Springtime Routine
10 tips for exercising after a winter’s delay.
The minute the weather edges up over the 60s and sunshine abounds, streets and sidewalks are crammed with bikers, joggers, walkers, strollers — everyone thinking about fitness and squeezing into spring clothes and swimsuits after a winter of sitting on the couch. However, to launch a springtime exercise routine, one needs to consider a number of factors.
Local Author To Discuss His Novel at Potomac Library
Neil Currie crafts “The Stanstead Incident.”
“I hated to see my words just disappear into thin air.” Neil Currie, longtime news anchor for the Voice of America, Congressional correspondent for Westinghouse Broadcasting and writer for ABC News spent his career writing for media presentations – and listening to the words he had written evaporate as soon as they were spoken.
Potomac Snapshot: Holi Festival of Colors
Holi DC offers participants the chance to douse friends, family and strangers alike with powdered rainbow colors — and to feast on vegetarian food, dance to the music of kirtan, and welcome the arrival of spring. It will be held on Saturday, April 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the ISKCON Temple at 10310 Oaklyn Drive, Potomac. Admission is free and open to the public.
Potomac Obituary: L. Manning Muntzing
L. Manning Muntzing, 81, of Potomac, died Monday, March 28, 2016, while in Hospice Care, from complications related to Alzheimer’s disease.
Potomac: Troop Honors New Eagle Scout Ian B. Granthon
Ian B. Granthon from Troop 944 recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He is the troop’s 126th Eagle Scout since the troop’s founding in 1968. Troop 944 is sponsored by St. Raphael Catholic Church in Rockville.
Potomac: Meet Maryland's Invasive Plant Species
This spring, you may have noticed many beautiful white flowering trees dotting the Maryland landscape. Rising up from the banks of the highway or clustered in large masses on the fringes of forests, they appear to be the essence of springtime. These are no friendly trees, however. These are non-native species that have become invasive. And, they are steadily contributing to the demise of many of our local flora and fauna.
Potomac Brief: Early Voting
Early voting starts April 14. For those registered to vote, the Montgomery County Board of Elections is mailing a personalized sample ballot, along with all of the information needed to vote in the 2016 Presidential Election, depending on which political party one is registered with and where one lives.
Potomac: Tiny Horse Challenge for Tiny House Nation
Filming for the TV series Tiny House Nation came to Potomac this week in search of tiny horses.
Potomac Snapshot: FIRST LEGO State Champions
"Organized Kaos," a team of nine students, aged 10 to 13, won the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Maryland State Championships held at the UMBC campus on March 5.
Potomac: In the Kitchen with Terri
Local cooking school offers classes in preparing elegant and seasonal meals.
Creamy gruyere cheese flows through a box grater followed by long shards of russet potatoes. Both are piled on a platter. The potatoes gain a deep crunch after sizzling in hot oil, the cheese melts on top of the potato crust and the concoction is topped with grassy, deeply green asparagus. Such is the beginning of an asparagus frittata at Terri's Table.
Potomac Artist’s Work on Display in Alexandria
Cowles work selected for City Hall.
Potomac artist Tory Cowles is one of three artists to have her work selected to be exhibited in the office of newly-elected City of Alexandria (Va.) Mayor Allison Silberberg.
Potomac: Local DAR Chapter Provides Patriotic Service
Hungerford’s Tavern chapter encourages new members.
On June 7, 1974, the Hungerford’s Tavern Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) was founded in Potomac. Ever since the organization was begun, they have provided patriotic service to the nation, the state and community. Their motto, “God, Home and Country” serves to define their mission: dedication to promoting patriotism, preserving American history and securing America’s future through better education.