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4th of July Weekend 2010 in Silver Spring and Takoma Park, Maryland
July 2nd, 2010 Categories: Silver Spring Neighborhoods, Takoma Park Real Estate, silver spring real estate
Friday
Kick off the weekend tonight by attending a good “old fashioned” amateur wooden-bat summer baseball game. It’s a home game for the T-Bolts ( Silver Spring – Takoma Thunderbolts) vs the Southern Maryland Nationals.
Tonight is Hawaiian Shirt Night.
Gates and Concession open at 6:00 pm. The game starts at 7 pm at the Montgomery Blair Baseball Stadium, Silver Spring, MD. The Stadium is located at Montgomery Blair High School, 51 East University Blvd., in the Four Corners area.
Admission is only $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for kids under 18.
Youth baseball and softball players in uniform and children under 5 get in FREE
Saturday
On Saturday don’t miss the now very popular Fenton Street Market as the place to be on Saturdays. From 9am to 3 pm on Saturdays a vacant parking lot at the corner of Fenton Street and Silver Spring Avenue at the edge of Downtown Silver Spring transforms into a small business festival. Local artists, craftspeople, entrepreneurs and collectors exhibit their wares. There are different special events and a scavenger hunt every weekend, each weekend gets more interesting than the last at the Fenton Street Market.
Sunday July 4th
On Sunday enjoy what people living in Silver Spring and Takoma Park have have been enjoying for the past 120 years, the 121st annual Takoma Park 4th of July Celebration.
Parade
The parade starts at 10:00 am at Carroll & Ethan Allen Avenues, follows Carroll Avenue towards DC, crosses over to Maple Avenue along Carroll Street, then returns along Maple Avenue.
Evening Program and Fireworks
Takoma Park Middle School – 7611 Piney Branch Road, Takoma Park, Md 20912
Starts at 7:00pm
Concerts with Rizzy “King of Harmony”, Acro-Airs and Takoma Park Community Bands
Announement of Parade Winners
Patriotic Songs and the National Anthem
Drawing for Raffle Prizes
Fireworks at 9:30 pm by Bay fireworks!
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Kids Cranky? You Frazzled? Join a Silver Spring Neighborhood Swim Club
June 15th, 2010 Categories: Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
With school out and the mercury rising, a neighborhood swimming pool is the perfect place to while away the hot, humid summer days in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Community spirit, the roar of the crowd and the excitement of youthful competition all combine at a neighborhood swim meet. What better way to spend a summer evening than gathering around your local pool in a group effort to be part of an event that promotes fellowship and fun. Swim Teams in Community Pools of Silver Spring , compete as division members of the Montgomery County Swim League (MCSL). 
Being a member of a swim team in Silver Spring is a great way for kids to make friends at the pool, share a teambuilding experience, and compete in a healthy, active sport over the summer. Some of the pools also have Dive Teams that compete in the Montgomery County Diving League.
Most of the Pools in Silver Spring offer great Family Oriented Social Events such as Pool Camp Out night, Ice cream socials, pizza night, teen night, family movie night, float night, talent shows and more.
Check out this list of links to some of the best Silver Spring Neighborhood Pools and Swim Clubs:
Northwest Branch Pool – Home of the Northwest Branch Dolphins Swim Team
Glenwood Recreation Club – Home of the Glenwood Tigers Swim Team and Dive
Team
Calverton Swim Club – Home of the Calverton Chargers – Also has a Dive Team,
Volleyball League, Horseshoes and Basketball Court
Forest Knolls Pool – Home of the Seahawks Swim Team
Daleview Pool – Home of the Daleview Swim Team
Franklin Knolls Pool – Home of the Gators Swim Team
Hillandale Swim and Tennis Association – Home of the Hillandale Hellcats Swim Team - Also offers 2 Lighted Tennis Courts, a practice wall and Tennis Camp
Oakview Pool - Home of the Oakview Octopi Swim Team – The Oakview Pool was the
first community pool in Montgomery County and celebrated its 50th year in 2007
West Hillandale Swim Club – Home of the Dolphins Swim Team
Twin Farms Swim & Tennis Club – Home of the Twin Farms Tigers Swim Team,
Dive Team, Tennis Team and Tennis Camp
Robin Hood Swim Club - Home of the Robin Hood Swim Team – Also has a Dive
Team and Tennis Team
Kemp Mill Swim Club – Home of the Kemp Mill Kangaroos
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DC Candy Icon Sets Up Shop in Downtown Silver Spring!
January 13th, 2010 Categories: Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
The 2010 Resolution Breaking, Ultimate Sugar High (Coma Inducing) Candy Store has opened in the Old Building that I last remember as being an Army Recruiting Station:
8408 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Downtown 20910
The smell inside the shop is intoxicating. They make the candy in the building, fresh, no preservatives. You can watch it being made. If you are old enough to remember the candy sold exclusively at Woodward and Lothrup “Woodies” stores in Wheaton Plaza, Montgomery Mall, Chevy Chase and the original Downtown Woodies you are probably going to be in nostalgia heaven when you taste it. The caramels are out of this world, even if you are not a “candy person”. Velatis has a history of candy making that goes back over 150 years starting in Richmond, Va during the civil war and in Washington, DC from a shop opened in 1866. Their history is so interesting it is worth the read, as are the testimonials from people all over the DC area. They plan to add ice cream to the menu at the shop and are having a Grand Opening in March. Stop by and buy some caramels, you will not be disappointed! Happy Sugar High!
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Can’t wait for the Silver Spring parade? A preview and Fall Fest Event at Northwood HS this weekend
November 12th, 2009 Categories: Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
If you love the drums and a marching band, (like this man) come see a local competition of high school drum lines! Held at the football stadium at Northwood High School - 919 University Blvd W, Silver Spring, Maryland, 20902 (near the intersection with Arcola Ave.) this Saturday, November 14th, 2009
The 3rd Annual Drumline Competition with 9 Competing Drumlines including drumlines from Kennedy HS, Wooton, Springbrook, Whitman, Annapolis Area Christian and Northwood High School
Also 2 featured performances by The Washington Redskins Marching Band and Montgomery County Firefighters Bugle and Drum Corps
The Competition begins at 4:30 pm!
BBQ, Hot Dogs, Pizza, and Popcorn will be sold.
Cost of Admittance: $10 for Adults, $6 for Students, Kids 5 and under are admitted FREE.
IF IT RAINS the event MOVES INSIDE the Northwood High School AUDITORIUM.
At 6:30 pm you can move freely back and forth from the competition to the Silent Auction to support After Prom and indulge in a plateful of Italian cuisine provided by the original “Mama” Lucia!
Last and most fun for students is Game Night featuring card games aimed at high school students to benefit the Class of 2010. Come to the Cafeteria at 6 to enjoy the whole scene and one or all of these happenings. It’s a great community event, especially fun for parents of middle-schoolers who are curious about what Northwood has to offer.
Northwood is one of the 5 High Schools serving the Silver Spring area through the Downcounty consortium giving students a choice regarding their academic area of study.
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The Silver Spring Real Estate Market’s Crystal Ball
June 17th, 2009 Categories: Home Sellers, Homebuyer, Silver Spring Neighborhoods, Takoma Park Real Estate, silver spring real estate
The Real Estate Market in Silver Spring and Takoma Park continues to pick up momentum. The question is, have we hit bottom and are we heading out of this or is this just a short upswing before the bottom really falls out?
I wish I had a Crystal Ball but . . . . . “Those that live by the Crystal Ball eat glass”!
My suggestion right now would be that if you are wanting to buy, jump in now. You can’t go wrong. If you are selling or need to sell, sell now and price your home to move fast. If this is a short upswing then you don’t want to miss your chance to sell now during an upswing. How long of a window might we have? This is another question that is begging for a Crystal Ball. I would guess that we might see a better market for at least the next 60 days. The problem longer term could be interest rate increases or the increase in inventory of foreclosed homes. Either of these could have a negative impact. My suggestion is NOT to watch national trends, but focus mostly on what you see taking place in our community. This will certainly give you the best perspective on our market.
To get your own “Real Time” Market Trend Statistics for any zip code or property type in Silver Spring and or Takoma Park Check out: www.SilverSpringStats.com
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South Silver Spring – Cool, Hip, Urban and Green
March 30th, 2009 Categories: Homebuyer, Silver Spring Condos, Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
South Silver Spring is triangular shaped and is bounded by Newell Street and Blair Mill Road on the northwest, the B&O Railroad right-of-way on the east and the District of Columbia line on the southwest. The South Silver Spring area is a part of the Silver Spring Central Business District (CBD). It is a combination of small scale commercial buildings and a scattering of high rise office buildings. After years of decay, South Silver Spring is being transformed into an exciting mixed use neighborhood with high tech businesses, arts oriented enterprises, new restaurants and over 1,000 new housing units. The new housing is the result of several large, adaptive re-use projects and several new residential development.
South Silver Spring is the Ultimate Walkable Neighborhood - You can live practically car-free!
Run errands in no time, including a Giant, CVS, dry cleaners. Shop Organic at nearby Whole Foods Market and a weekly Farmer’s Market (May to October). Explore more than 100 restaurants, from fine dining to cheap eats – including highly rated favorites Ray’s the Classics, Jackie’s Restaurant, and Ceviche. Take in a movie at the American Film Institute’s Silver Theatre and cultural center.
Bike and hike on the Capital Crescent Trail, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, and the Silver Spring Green Trail. Work out at Gold’s Gym, Washington Sports Club, LA Fitness, or Curves.
Condominums in South Silver Spring are prized for there accessibility to Metro and their lower price tag as compared to DC.
Check out real estate market reports for condominiums in South Silver Spring:
The Aurora 8045 at Silver Spring Metro
The Silverton The Mica
Search all Condos for Sale in Silver Spring zip code 20910
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New Pharmacy Opens next to Whole Foods in Downtown
March 10th, 2009 Categories: Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
There is a “new” pharmacy in the old Moto Photo storefront (next to Next Day Blinds) in the Whole Foods/Strosniders Shopping Center. Upscale Care Rx has moved here from the Crescent Condos Location on the ”crazy busy” part of Wayne Avenue. It’s way easier to get to now. There is more merchandise in this new location, such as greeting cards, hosiery, hair brushes, chapstick and other items you would normally find at a small mom and pop corner drugstore. This Pharmacy carries conventional as well as homeopathic medications. They will flavor medications for your children or you, if needed, at no extra charge. They have FREE delivery. What other Drugstore or Pharmacy in Silver Spring has this type of unique, friendly personalized service?
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South Silver Spring – The Silverton Real Estate Market Report
July 14th, 2008 Categories: Home Sellers, Homebuyer, Silver Spring Condos, Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
The Silverton Condos (by JBG Group) on East West Highway was built around the vintage art deco facade of the former Canada Dry bottling plant and has 210 dwelling units.
The units were finished in 2006 – 2007
The Silverton has Beautifully Appointed Floor Plans, Glass Doors Leading to Private Balconies, Chef-Caliber Kitchens with Maple Cabinets and Granite Countertops, Granite Vanities in Bathrooms and Full-Size Washers and Dryers in the units!
There is a High-Tech Resident E-Lounge, Swimming Pool, Expansive Sundeck and a Cutting-Edge Fitness Center.
The Building is within Walking Distance to Metro and has Easy Access to Washington, DC & I-495 Close to Excellent Shopping, Fine Dining & Entertainment.
This market report encompasses All Sales Activity at the Silverton
Last 6 months ( Jan – July 2008)
3 Active (For Sale) Listings
1) 2 Bedroom 2 Bath – 3rd Floor Unit (1,307 sq ft)
Asking Price – $499,900 Days on Market – 117
2) 2 Bedroom 2 Bath – 2nd Floor Corner Unit
(1,084 sq ft) Asking Price – $395,000
Days on Market – 62
3) 1 Bedroom 1 Bath – 2nd Floor Unit (718 sq ft)
Asking Price – $290,000 Days on Market – 232
1 Listing Under Contract
1) 1 Bedroom 1 Bath – 1st Floor Unit (792 sq ft)
Asking Price – $290,000 Days on Market – 65
3 Sold Listings
1) 1 Bedroom 2 Bath Special Unit (955 sq ft)
Asking Price – $324,900 Sold Price – $324,900
Days on Market - 25
2) 1 Bedroom 2 Bath Special Unit (955 sq ft)
Asking Price – $324,900 Sold price - $324,900
Days on Market – 25
3) 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 2nd Floor Unit (776 sq ft)
Asking Price – $295,000 Sold Price – $290,000
Seller Subsidy $7,700 – Days on Market – 58
Thinking about Selling or Buying a South Silver Spring Condominium? -
Contact Debbie Cook (301) 587-3528 for your current, No Obligation Market Report on the Silver Spring Condominium Market.
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South Silver Spring – Newell Street Condos Market Report
July 11th, 2008 Categories: Home Sellers, Homebuyer, New Construction, Silver Spring Condos, Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
8045 Newell Street (by Patriot Group) is a five story, 120 unit condominium building. This building was completed and already Sold out in 2006.
This Building offers a Fun, Funky, Hip and Laid Back Urban Lifestyle, in a Small Intimate “Pet Friendly” Building. Located by Historic Acorn Park in the South Silver Spring neighborhood, the Units have Open Floor Plans with High Ceilings, Washers and Dryers in the Units and either a balcony or sunroom.
SAVE your GAS! and Walk everywhere from this building that has a very high Walkabilty Score. Walking Distance to Silver Spring Metro/Red Line, Rock Creek Park hiking biking trails and all the ammenities of Downtown Silver Spring.
This market report is for the last 6 month period begining January 1, through July 6th 2008. All units are resales reported in the Metropolitan Regional Information Service (MRIS)
4 Active For Sale Listings
1) 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 2nd Floor
(820 sq ft) Asking -$285,000
Days on Market – 57
2) 1 Bedroom – 1 Bath 5th Floor
(820 sq ft) Asking – $315,000
Days on Market – 267
3) 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 2nd Floor
(900 sq ft)
Asking $347,500
Days on Market - 6
1 Listing Under Contract
1) 2 Bedroom – 2 Bath 3rd Floor (1,255 Sq ft) – Asking $410,000 Days on Market – 7
4 Sold Listings
1) 0 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency Unit 2nd Floor Unit (569 sq ft)
Asking Price – $108,746 Sold Price - $108,746 Seller Subsidy -$3,469
Days on Market – 5
2) 0 Bedroom 1 Bath Efficiency Unit (569 sq ft) 4th Floor
Asking Price – $109,658 Sold Price – $109,658 Seller Subsidy $3,498
Days on Market – 3
3) 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath 5th Floor (820 sq ft)
Asking Price – $285,000 Sold Price – $285,000 Days on Market – 21
4) 1 Bedroom – 1 Bath and Den (935 sq ft) 3rd Floor Unit
Asking – $320,000 Sold – $320,00 Seller Subsidy – $10,000 Days on Market – 85
Thinking about Selling or Buying a Silver Spring Condominium? – Contact Debbie Cook (301) 587-3528 for your current, No Obligation Market Report on the Silver Spring Condominium Market.
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North Woodside Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report
June 21st, 2008 Categories: Silver Spring Neighborhoods, silver spring real estate
North Woodside is a true Bungalow Lovers Heaven! Many of the homes in North Woodside are SEARS HOMES, Built between 1927 and 1940. In North Woodside, you can find examples of almost every Sears Home built in this era. This Subdivision in Close-In Silver Spring has a fantastic collection of 350 houses within walking distance of two Metrorail stations, a neighborhood public school, parks, Snider’s Supermarket, two dry cleaners, Staples, CVS, Kirsten’s Cafe, Tropical Ice Cream, Armand’s, the Woodside Deli and a host of other attractions on nearby Georgia Avenue
Real Estate Activity Report for the 
( January – May 2008)
Currently 3 Homes for Sale – Active Listings
1. $499,500 - 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Bungalow
2. $555,000 – 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Bungalow
3. $733,000 – 3 Bedroom 2 Bath
Colonial Farmhouse (Sears)
Days on the Market Active Listings - 60 Days
2 Listings have Sold and Closed
1. 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Bungalow
Listed $679,000 Sold – $667,000
Days on Market – 214
2. 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Colonial Farmhouse - List Price $733,000 Sold Price – $730,000
Days on Market – 60
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