30 Year Fixed Rates 2/29/08

From Matthew Gilday (mgilday@firstsavings.com) @ First Savings Mortgage as of Feb. 29:

Conforming
5.250% 2+1
5.625% 1+0
5.875% 0+0

Jumbo
6.250% 1+1
6.500% 1+0
6.750% 0+0

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OPEN HOUSES ON SUNDAY MARCH 2

OPEN HOUSES FROM GARY H. DITTO FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 2, 2008

3414 Wake Drive,KensingtonActive$659,000
OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY

10115 Parkwood Terrace, BethesdaActive$ 640,000
OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY

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

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, April 30 at 10:15am at the Blue and Green Park on Summit Avenue (between Warner and Brookfield streets). This park is also next to K Town Skate Park and behind the HOC building in Kensington. We will be doing a park clean up as one of our service projects. 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

The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase 27th ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE

The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase 27th ANNUAL USED BOOK SALE

Monday, April 14 through Wednesday, April 16, 2008 to be held at 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. Hours: 10 am to 3 pm. The sale includes a wide variety of books, books-on-tape, DVD’s collectibles, priced from $0.50 up; Wednesday, April 16 at 1 pm BAG DAY -- $2.00 per bag. For information, call Tony Glaser, club manager, at 301-652-8480

COMMUNITY EVENT/ART SHOW AND SALE

FRIDAY, MARCH 14TH – SUNDAY, MARCH 16TH: The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase, 33rd Annual Community Art Show and Sale, to benefit the Club’s Art Scholarship Fund, to be held at the clubhouse, 7931 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD. Exhibits include oils, watercolors, acrylics, drawings, prints, pastels, miniatures and photographs; artists may sell their own work. The Show will be judged by Ellen Zelano, Adjunct Professor at the Corcoran School of Art and Design. Hours are March 14th, 2-5 pm; March 15th, 11-5; and March 16th, 1-5 pm. There will be a champagne reception March 14th from 8-10 pm when Ms. Zelano will critique her selection of show award winners. The Show is free; a donation of $5 is requested for the reception. Free parking behind the clubhouse. For information, please call 301-652-8480.

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OPEN HOUSES FOR SUNDAY, FEB. 24

OPEN HOUSES FROM GARY H. DITTO FOR SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2008

8903 Kensington Parkway,
Chevy Chase
Active
$ 759,000

OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY 2/24

4516 Everett Street, Kensington
Active
$ 589,000

OPEN FROM 2-5 SUNDAY 2/24

10115 Parkwood Terrace, Bethesda
Active
$ 640,000

OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY 2/24

4217 Colchester Drive, Kensington
Active
$ 489,900

OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY 2/24

11701 Charles Road, Silver Spring
Active
$ 397,500

OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY 2/24

Kensington Arts in the Greenhouse

Saturday, May 3, 2008 2 to 6 pm (Rain or shine!)

Residence at 3811 Calvert Place (off street parking available)

You are invited to a Spring shopping experience in a greenhouse. Browse through a collection of well-made, colorful items from local Kensington area artisans.

Artfully designed jewelry; colorful metal flowers by Petals of Metal; stylish and sturdy bags by Hope Totes; freeform oversized hand-painted canvas placemats by Susan Seabolt; fun, classic girl’s dresses by Mum & Yoey; inlayed boxes and other wood products; and much more!

Come visit with friends and neighbors. Choose something new for yourself, your home, or find a unique gift for Mother’s Day. Cash and checks accepted.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit House of Hope Maryland, a nonprofit organization which helps at-risk teens.

FREE INTRO TO "ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE"

Subject: Alexander classes at Cedar Lane

This Thursday, February 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m. I am giving a free

introduction at Cedar Lane, a great way to find out what the

Alexander Technique is about. Of course I am always happy to

answer any questions and am available for private lessons.

My spring Alexander Technique class at Cedar Lane UU Church in

Bethesda starts Thursday March 6, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Alexander Technique is such an effective way to deal

with strain, a way to be more comfortable, balanced and effective.

I hope to see you soon.

Warmly,

Antoinette

Dates: Thursday March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3 and 10

Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Fee: $85 (pledgers $75)

Free Intro: Thursday February 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Registration: (301) 493 8300 Cedar Lane UU Church

Questions: (301) 946 8170 or ak@KensingtonAlexander.com

Place: Cedar Lane UU Church 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814

“Alexander Technique has given me the freedom to experience a true

release of tension naturally. I played painfree for the first time

in years!” Giorgia Cavallaro, classical guitarist

ST PAUL'S ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Saturday, March 1st, 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 West River UM Center. There will also be a bake sale to benefit the Youth Educational Award Fund. 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.

Thank you for your continuing support.

OPEN HOUSES FROM GARY H. DITTO FOR SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2008

8903 Kensington Parkway,Chevy ChaseActive$ 759,000
OPEN FROM 2-5 SUNDAY 2/17

4217 Colchester Drive, KensingtonActive$ 489,900
OPEN FROM 1-4 SUNDAY 2/17

NEW LISTINGS FROM GARY H. DITTO

Two great houses new to the market this week. Both of these homes will be open this Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 1-4.

11701 Charles Road, Silver Spring $419,000 - OPEN FROM 1-4











4516 Everett Street, KensingtonPublish Post $589,000 - OPEN FROM 1-4

OPEN HOUSES IN KENSINGTON, BETHESDA, SILVER SPRING & CHEVY CHASE - SUNDAY FEB. 10

8903 Kensington Parkway, Chevy Chase $ 759,000 - OPEN FROM 1-4

10115 Parkwood Terrace, Bethesda $640,000 - OPEN FROM 2-4 - CANCELED!

11701 Charles Road, Silver Spring $419,000 - OPEN FROM 1-4

4516 Everett Street, Kensington $589,000 - OPEN FROM 1-4

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Announces: GROWING THE SEEDS OF PEACE

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Announces: GROWING THE SEEDS OF PEACE

Kensington, MD - February 13 - March 12, 2008

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, 10123 Connecticut Avenue in Kensington, will present its annual Lenten series Wednesday evenings from February 13th through March 12th. This year's series, "Growing The Seeds Of Peace", will focus on God's call for us to serve as peacemakers. Each evening begins with a meal of soup and bread at 6:30, continues with a prayer service at 7:00, and concludes with presentations and discussions from 7:30 - 8:15.

Seeds Already Sown, hosted by Christian Educator Jan Moody on February 13th, will explore theological and ethical bases for peacemaking. Seeds Of Renewal, will be hosted by Peace Corps volunteer, Shelley Swendiman and DC high school teacher, Paul Massey, both Warner Young Adults. They will share their experiences teaching young people. Seeds of Restoration, on February 27th, will be hosted by Dr. Mark Eakin, Coordinator of NOAA Coral Reef Watch, an effort focused on the monitoring of coral reef ecosystems through satellite observation. He will lead a discussion about ways we can serve as stewards of the earth. Barbara Jaquette, a Licensed Graduate Social Worker with Pastoral Counseling and Care Ministries, will host Seeds Of Reconciliation on March 5th. She will lead a discussion about ways to build better relationships within families. The series will conclude on March 12th with Seeds To Sow, a look at ways to revise our commitment to peacemaking in 2008 by Jan Moody.

Please contact June Eakin at 301-949-2900, or WarnerMemorial@comcast.net, with any questions. Please let her know if you plan to attend the bread and soup supper so the church can plan accordingly.

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, 10123 Connecticut Ave., Kensington, MD 20895

301-949-2900 - www.WarnerMemorial.org

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church

Serving members in Aspen Hill, Bethesda, Brookeville, Burtonsville, Chevy Chase, Colesville, Garrett Park, Hyattsville, Kensington, Olney, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring & Wheaton for 114 years.

Website: http://www.WarnerMemorial.org

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Contact: June Eakin email: warnermemorial@comcast.net phone: 301-949-2900

DONATE USED BOOKS! Walter Johnson High School Book Sale

DONATE USED BOOKS! Walter Johnson High School Book Sale

The Walter Johnson High School All-School Booster Club is seeking donations of gently used books for its 4th Annual Used Book Sale to be held on Saturday, March 8th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the school Cafeteria.

Donate your gently used books now through February 29th to support this popular fundraiser.

Hardbacks and paperbacks for all reading levels are welcome. Textbooks, encyclopedias, magazines, software and other media are not accepted.

Deposit boxed books in the WJHS Main Office at 6400 Rock Spring Drive in Bethesda, off Old Georgetown Road, weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; or leave them just outside the Main Office until 7 p.m.

Donations are tax deductible. Proceeds from the sale support all extracurricular activities at Walter Johnson High School. Unsold items are donated to George Washington University's Books For Africa project.

Email requests for tax receipts and other questions to booksale@walterjohnson.com.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

KENSINGTON -- Valentine’s Wellness Clinic

KENSINGTON -- Valentine’s Wellness Clinic Saturday,
February 16th Kensington Town Hall 9 am—2 pm

All are invited to come to learn what your risks really are and how to
modify them.

FREE blood cholesterol & other lipids tests FREE electrocardiogram (EKG)
FREE blood pressure check FREE BMI calculation FREE cardiac risk assessment
tool.
FREE diet consultations

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 other professionals will be available to
answer questions.

PARTICIPANTS ARE ASKED TO FAST BEFORE ATTENDING FOR MORE ACCURATE TEST
RESULTS. Light refreshments and coffee will be available.

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?

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Dr. Tracy at 202-741-2668 or
ctracy@mfa.gwu.edu

Sponsored by: 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

FOOD COLLECTION FOR RAINBOW PLACE

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Announces:

Food Collection for Rainbow Place

Kensington, MD - February Through March, 2008

During February and March, the Deacons of Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church will be receiving donations of juice boxes and prepackaged snacks to deliver to Rainbow Place, a women's shelter in Rockville. These items are used to prepare bag lunches that are distributed to the ladies staying at the shelter when they leave the shelter for the day. The lunches are often the only food they will have until returning to the shelter at night.

Warner has also contributed 200 cans of soup and $270 to Rainbow Place which the Warner Youth raised on Souper Bowl Sunday, January 27th. Warner also invites people to prepare and serve dinner at Rainbow Place on Saturday nights in March. Please Call June Eakin at 301-949-2900 for information.

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, 10123 Connecticut Ave., Kensington, MD 20895

301-949-2900 - www.WarnerMemori al.org

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church

Serving members in Aspen Hill, Bethesda, Brookeville, Burtonsville, Chevy Chase, Colesville, Garrett Park, Hyattsville, Kensington, Olney, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring & Wheaton for 114 years.

Website: http://www.warnermemorial.org/

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Contact: June Eakin email: warnermemorial@comcast.net phone: 301-949-2900

OPEN HOUSES IN KENSINGTON & BETHESDA - SUNDAY FEB 3

Open Houses this Sunday, February 3, 2008:

3817 Lawrence Avenue, Kensington $ 899,000 [new price!] FROM 1-4

10115 Parkwood Terrace, Bethesda $ 640,000 FROM 2-4

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

3005 Blueford Road, Kensington $ 399,000 FROM 1-4