St. Paul's Pancake Breakfast

The next UMM pancake breakfast is this Saturday, February 2nd. The net
proceeds will be given to the St. Paul's Educational Awards Fund. The
hours of the breakfast are from 8:00 until 10:30 A.M. As a special treat and in recognition of Black History Month, we'll be serving hoecakes (a traditional Southern cornmeal pancake that are supposed to have been so-named because they were originally cooked on the blade of a hoe over an open fire) in addition to our usual pancakes. Help is needed in the kitchen, the serving line and Heavener Hall. Thankfully, some extra helpers showed up for the December and January breakfasts which both had large
turnouts of customers. If you can help, we can use you anytime from around
7:00 AM (for setting up) until around 11:00 (for clean up). Don't feel that you have to stay for the entire period, although that's great if you can.
If you can only work for an hour or so, that's fine also.
As always, we love to see new faces both as workers and customers. If you've never attended one of these breakfasts, why not make this one? In addition to the delicious pancakes, we also serve scrambled eggs, sausage, apple sauce or peaches, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and milk. You definitely won't go away hungry!

KENSINGTON PARK MOMS CLUB

Kensington Park MOMS Club (a national support group for mothers who primarily stay at home with their children) invites moms and their children to attend the monthly meeting Wednesday, March 19 at 10:15am at the Kensington Park Library,4201 Knowles Ave, Kensington, MD 20895. Jabberu is the Washington D.C. area’s leading provider of early childhood foreign language education. Their Spanish instructor Soledad will lead moms and children in music and movement, a story and game in Spanish. This MOMS club is open to moms whose children are zoned to attend Kensington Parkwood ES and Garrett Park ES. The group's activities include trips to parks, lunch and coffee get-togethers, playgroups and more. More information is available at www.kensingtonparkmoms.com or you may email kpmomsclub@yahoo.com

OPEN ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 27, 2008 FROM 1:00 - 4:00

Two homes are open this weekend from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

CHEVY CHASE
8903 Kensington Parkway,Chevy Chase $ 779,000


BETHESDA
10115 Parkwood Terrace, Bethesda $ 640,000

TWO NEW LISTINGS THIS WEEK

TWO NEW LISTINGS FROM GARY H. DITTO, LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, INC.

8903 Kensington Parkway,Chevy Chase, $ 779,000 - open on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008 from 1-4

10115 Parkwood Terrace, Bethesda, $ 640,000 - open on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008 from 2-5

Be sure to visit my website, www.garyditto.com for up to date information on all of my current listings, sold reports, community calendar, online newsletters and more.

OPEN HOUSES FOR SUNDAY, JANUARY 20, 2008

Four opens in Kensington, Bethesda & Chevy Chase Maryland for Sunday, January 20, 2008:

8903 Kensington Parkway,Chevy Chase, $ 779,000 - 1st open! OPEN FROM 1-4

10115 Parkwood Terrace, Bethesda, $ 640,000 - 1st open! OPEN FROM 2-5

4300 Brookfield Drive, Kensington, $ 639,000 OPEN FROM 1-4

4217 Colchester Drive, Kensington, $ 489,900 OPEN FROM 1-4

Be sure to visit my website, http://www.garyditto.com/ for up to date information on all of my current listings, sold reports, community calendar, online newsletters and more.

ST PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - PANCAKE BREAKFAST - FEB 2 FROM 8-10:30

Saturday, February 2nd, St. Paul=s UMC will hold its= monthly all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast from 8:00 - 10:30 AM. Proceeds will be given to the St. Paul’s Educational Awards Fund. In observance of Black History Month, hoecakes as well as the usual pancakes will be served. Cost: $5 adults, $2 children under 12, $15 family maximum. Location: Heavener Hall, corner of Fawcett & Mitchell Streets, Old Town Kensington. For info call 301-933-7933.

COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR - JANUARY 17, 2008

Just a reminder that everyone is invited to bring their questions & suggestions (& compliments, too) this Thursday, January 17 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. in Town Hall.

VALENTINE'S WELLNESS CLINIG - FEB. 16-KENSINGTON TOWN HALL

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Valentine’s Wellness Clinic
Saturday, February 16th
Kensington Town Hall
9am—2pm
DID YOU KNOW THAT HEART DISEASE IS THE NUMBER ONE KILLER FOR MEN AND FOR WOMEN? WHAT BETTER TIME THAN VALENTINE TO GET YOUR HEART IN SHAPE?

Everyone is invited to get their blood cholesterol and other lipids tested, have an electrocardiogram (EKG), check your blood pressure, have your BMI’s calculated and complete a cardiac risk assessment tool. Come to learn what your risks really are and how to modify them. All for Free!

Learn about diet and MORE. While you’re there, get a jump start on cardiac fitness and learn from the experts. Take part in some exercise classes. Dr. Cindy Tracy (Director, Cardiac Services, George Washington University Hospital and Kensington Town Resident) said professionals will be available to answer questions and light refreshments and coffee will be available.

Thank you to Dr. Tracy and to the Sponsors:

Cheney Cardiovascular Institute
George Washington University-MFA
The Town of Kensington
Sweat Shop Fitness
Fit & Fun Fitness
Carlos Moss(Cert. Personal Trainer)
Samson Moy(Cert. Personal Trainer & Certified Massage Therapist)
Café 1894

Kensington Arts Theatre - Winter 2008 Production

A New Brain (March 2008)

Music/Lyrics by William Finn Book by William Finn and James Lapine Directed by Jeffrey R. Breslow Music Direction by David Rohde Produced by Malca Giblin

Performances:
Fridays and Saturdays -- March 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 (all at 8pm)
Sundays -- March 9, 16 (both at 7pm)
Thursday -- March 20 (8pm)

Location:
The Kensington Town Center 3710 Mitchell Street, Kensington, MD 20895

More Info:
Call us at 240.396.4307 or e-mail us at kat-information@katonline.org

Background:
A NEW BRAIN is the musical story of a composer who dreams of greatness, but finds himself stuck writing songs for the egomaniacal host of a children's television show. When it is discovered he has a brain tumor, the composer must cope with the possibility that his best work may remain unwritten while also dealing with his oppressive mother, his distant lover, his frustrated best friend, and a demanding 6-foot frog. A semi-autobiographical piece written by William Finn (FALSETTOS), and first produced at Lincoln Center in 1998, A NEW BRAIN showcases brilliant music, a witty book and expressive lyrics.

33RD ANNUAL COMMUNITY ART SHOW & SALE - THE WOMAN'S CLUB OF CHEVY CHASE

March 14-16, 2008

THE WOMAN’S CLUB OF CHEVY CHASE ANNOUNCES THEIR 33rd ANNUAL COMMUNITY ART SHOW AND SALE 7931 CONNECTICUT AVENUE CHEVY CHASE. THE HOURS ARE FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2-5 p.m., SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 11-5 p.m. AND 1-5 p.m. ON SUNDAY, MARCH 16. THE SHOW IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FREE OF CHARGE AND THERE IS PARKING AT THE REAR OF THE CLUBHOUSE.

FEBRUARY 29th, 2008, IS THE DEADLINE FOR ARTISTS’ ENTRIES. REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH VARIOUS ART LEAGUES OR WILL BE MAILED ON REQUEST BY CALLING 301/365-0511. ENTRY FEES ARE $7.00 FOR EACH SUBMITTAL.

THIS ANNUAL SHOW PROVIDES LOCAL ARTISTS AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXHIBIT THEIR WORK IN A JUDGED SHOW. IN THE YEAR 2007, OVER 168 LOCAL ARTISTS SUBMITTED 499 OF THEIR WORKS USING VARIOUS MEDIUMS INCLUDING: OILS/ACRYLICS, PHOTOGRAPHY, PASTELS, MIXED-MEDIA, PORTRAITS, WATERCOLORS, MINIATURES, DRAWINGS AND PRINTS.

THE 2008 SHOW JUDGE WILL BE ELLEN ZELANO. A PROFESSIONAL ARTIST, MS. ZELANO’S WORK HAS APPEARED IN JURIED SHOWS IN THE METROPOLITAN AREA, NEW YORK CITY AND NEW ENGLAND. HER ART WORK IS IN PRIVATE COLLECTIONS AROUND THE COUNTRY. SHE IS AN ADJUNCT PROFESSOR AT THE CORCORAN MUSEUM SCHOOL OF ART, AND IS A FORMER ART INSTRUCTOR FOR WCCC ART SECTION. EACH YEAR MS. ZELANO TAKES A GROUP OF ARTISTS FOR A TWO WEEK WORKSHOP TO TUSCANY. THE 2008 TRIP WILL BE HELD JUNE 1-14 – ALL ARTISTS ARE WELCOME. JUDGE ZELANO‘S AWARD CHOICES WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT A CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION ON FRIDAY EVENING, MARCH 14, FROM 8-10 p.m.

THIS ANNUAL COMMUNITY ART SHOW BENEFITS THE ART SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM OF THE WOMAN’S CLUB. THE 2007 SHOW PROCEEDS PROVIDED $2500 IN ART SCHOLARSHIPS AT MONTGOMERY COLLEGE AND $300 FOR LOCAL YOUTH ART PROGRAMS.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 301/652-8480.

ACADEMY OF THE HOLY CROSS ANNUAL BENEFIT DINNER

Saturday, March 8, 2008

THE ACADEMY OF THE HOLY CROSS ANNUAL BENEFIT DINNER - CELEBRATING 140 YEARS OF EDUCATING YOUNG WOMEN.

This ANNIVERSARY SALUTE will provide our current and past parents, alumnae, as well as our local community the opportunity to join in a social evening inspired by this tradition and scholarship.
Contact 301-942-2100 ext. 568; www.academyoftheholycross.org

KENSINGTON MOMS CLUB - JANUARY 30, 2008

Wednesday, January 30, 2008
10:15a
KENSINGTON MOMS CLUB
Kensington Park MOMS Club (a national support group for mothers who primarily stay at home with their children) invites moms and their children to attend the monthly meeting Wednesday, January 30 at 10:15am at the Kensington Park Library,4201 Knowles Ave, Kensington, MD 20895. The Little Gym of Silver Spring will be conducting a demonstration class. The professionally developed, non-competitive curriculum has been designed to build motor skills while having fun, and simultaneously fostering enhanced emotional, intellectual and social skills. The programs include movement, music, gymnastics, sports, exercise, games, listening and cooperation.

This MOMS club is open to moms whose children are zoned to attend Kensington Parkwood ES and Garrett Park ES. The group's activities include trips to parks, lunch and coffee get-togethers, playgroups and more. More information is available at www.kensingtonparkmoms.com or you may email kpmomsclub@yahoo.com

LCYC ANNUAL WINTERFEST CHILDREN'S CARNIVAL

Saturday, February 2, 2008
10:00a-1:30p

ANNUAL WINTERFEST CHILDREN’S CARNIVAL
“BANJO MAN” Frank Cassel Will Provide Entertainment
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Kensington, Maryland – The Learning Center for Young Children (LCYC) will host its 18th annual Winterfest Children’s Carnival on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008. Winterfest will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, located at 10123
Connecticut Avenue, in the heart of historic Kensington, Maryland.

This wonderful family event will feature acclaimed local entertainer Frank Cassel, who is known to Washington D.C. area kids as “The Banjo Man.” The Banjo Man will perform three strolling banjo shows during
the carnival (at 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.), featuring lively bluegrass, folk and children’s songs. Banjo Man tickets are $3.00 each, and his CD will be available for purchase after the show.

Winterfest offers families a fun-filled afternoon with all sorts of activities for children of all ages, including a MOON BOUNCE, CARNIVAL GAMES, FACE PAINTING and CRAFTS. Tickets for these activities are $.50 cents each. In addition, Winterfest’s annual SILENT AUCTION is a favorite of local parents. The auction offers a
unique opportunity to receive bargain prices on a wide range of items and events -- from dinners at local restaurants, golf lessons, vacations, sporting event tickets and much more. There will also be a 50/50 raffle.

Delicious home-made Valentine-themed desserts will be available for purchase at Winterfest’s BAKE SALE, and lunch will be provided by Armand’s Pizza.

*WINTERFEST’S SNOW DATE IS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9th*

OPEN SUNDAY JANUARY 13, 2008

OPEN SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 2008
From 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

3005 Blueford Road, Kensington, MD -- $ 419,000

B-CC High School - Used Book Sale - DONATE YOUR BOOKS!

Give Your Books a New Home!Donate Your Books to the B-CC High School Used Book Sale
April 5-6,2008
Fiction and Nonfiction: Children’s, Young Adult, Mystery, Art, Sci-Fi, Travel, Business/Economics, Cooking, Home and Garden, Politics, History, Test Prep, Foreign Language, Science, AND MORE!

Please NO encyclopedias, textbooks, or magazines.Drop Off Dates (Sundays 10 – 2):JAN 13 JAN 27FEB 10 FEB 24 MAR 02Directions to Drop-Off Point at B-CC High School (4301 East-West Hwy): From East-West Hwy, turn right at light at Chelton St. just BEFORE B-CC High School. Turn left into the 2nd driveway.Tax forms, curbside drop.Please NO magazines, encyclopedias, or outdated textbooks (more than 3 years old).

We need: children and adult fiction and nonfiction, hardcover and paperback, reference, test prep, foreign language. Over 40 different subject categories from cookbooks to philosoophy!Students -- SSL hoursDirections: From E-W Highway, right at light at Chelton just BEFORE the school; left at 2nd driveway.If you can spare an hour or two, please help us sort books.

Thanks for your support of this large fundraiser for the PTSA. We also work hard to place books in B-CC cluster school classrooms and homes as well as with local nonprofits.Peggy Hsieh McIntosh peggy_hsieh@yahoo.com

Kensington SAFEWAY STORE to open - February 8, 2008!

The new Safeway Store in Kensington is set to have its grand opening on February 8, 2008! I'll post more here as more information becomes available!

Kensington Park MOMS Club - February 27

Kensington Park MOMS Cluba national support group for mothers who primarily stay at home with their children) invites moms and their children to attend the monthly meeting Wednesday, February 27 at 10:15am at the Kensington Park Library,4201 Knowles Ave, Kensington, MD 20895. Corina DuBois will present a wellness program for being a fit mom, discuss stroller form and being active with children. She will lead moms in exercises during her presentation and sing to the children to keep it lively and upbeat. She is an ACE certified personal trainer and an official provider of Stroller Strides. This MOMS club is open to moms whose children are zoned to attend Kensington Parkwood ES and Garrett Park ES.

The group's activities include trips to parks, lunch and coffee get-togethers, playgroups and more. More information is available at www.kensingtonparkmoms.com or you may email kpmomsclub@yahoo.com

New Family Day Care- Garrett Park Area - Kensington, Maryland

HProgram's description:

1. After School Program for Children ages 6-10 .
The program will be from 3 to 6:30 and is designed specially for children in Garrett Park ES.
A maximum number of 7 children will be accepted and transportation could be provided.
The program will be bilingual (Spanish and English) and will include three extra-curricular
activities a week. The activities will include: basic and intermediate Spanish, arts and
crafting, drawing and painting, dancing, food preparation and soccer. For these activities
different instructors will be invited.
2. Half-Day Program for infants and children between 2 to 4.
The program will be open from 7:30 to 12:30.

For More Information - please contact:

Liliam Eguino
4914 Bangor Dr.
Kensington, MD 20895
liliameguino@aol.com
(301) 949-9125

Kensington Homes OPEN - Sunday, Jan. 6 from 1-4

4008 Cleveland Street, Kensington
$ 1,915,000
Open Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Please visit www.garyditto.com for more information on Kensington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase and more.

4300 Brookfield Drive, Kensington
$ 639,000
Open Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Please visit www.garyditto.com for more information on Kensington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase and more.

4217 Colchester Drive, Kensington
$ 489,900
Open Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Please visit www.garyditto.com for more information on Kensington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase and more.

Two New Kensington, MD Listings

Just Listed
3005 Blueford Road, Kensington, MD -- $ 419,000


4217 Colchester Drive, Kensington, MD -- $ 489,900






Please visit www.garyditto.com for more information on Kensington, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase and more.