I never realized that there were so many golf courses located in Southern Maryland and neighboring counties until I put together this list of links. Please let me know if I am missing any golf courses in SOMD, including PG County, AA County, Charles County, Saint Mary’s County and Calvert County, MD and I will add them. And, of course, if you are looking to purchase or sell real estate in Southern Maryland, including golf course homes, please give me a call at 301-748-8698 or visit my website at http://www.blogger.com/ . I am always happy to help!
Charles County:
Hawthorne Country Club
Potomac Ridge Golf
Swan Point Yacht & Country Club
White Plains Park & Golf Course
Saint Mary’s County:
Breton Bay Golf & Country Club
Cedar Point Golf Club
Wicomico Shores Golf Course
Calvert County:
Chesapeake Hills Golf Club
Mellomar Golf Park
Twin Shields Golf Club
Anne Arundel County:
Annapolis Golf Club (no link found)
Bay Hills Golf Club
Chartwell Golf & Country Club
Courses at Fort Meade
Crofton Country Club (no link found)
Eisenhower Golf Course
Heritage Harbor Golf Club
Night Hawk Golf Center
Old South Country Club
Severna Park Golf Center
Sherwood Forest Golf Course
South River
United States Naval Academy Golf Club
Walden Golf Club
Prince George’s County:
Bowie Golf & Country Club
Country Club at Woodmore
Courses at Andrews AFB (no link found)
Cross Creek Golf Club
Enterprise Golf Course
Glenn Dale Golf Club
Gunpowder Golf Course
Henson Creek Golf Course
Kentland Golf Training Center in Landover
Lake Arbor Golf Club
Lake Presidential
Marlboro Golf Club
Marlton Golf Club
National Golf Club – Tantallon
Oak Creek Club
Paint Branch Golf Complex
Patuxent Greens Country Club
Robin Dale Golf & Country Club (no link found)
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Saturday, September 12, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
A Basic Tool Kit for General Home Repairs, Improvements and Basic Decorating
After years of frustration of hammering nails in with the heel of my shoe and installing screws with a butter knife, I decided it was time to put together a basic tool kit to handle basic home repairs, to aid in installing curtain rods, hanging pictures, removing globes on light fixtures, general crafts, etc. Having the right tools makes basic repairs easy.
Here is what I have in my toolbox (actually in my recycled 5 gallon bucket):
Hammer – a medium weight hammer, with a claw end. This sure beats using the heal of a shoe! The claw end makes removing nails easy.
Screwdrivers – I have various sizes of screwdrivers, both flat end and Phillips-end. You can buy a kit from Sears with various sizes and types.
Cordless Drill – I never realized how much I needed this tool! This is a must-have for hanging mini-blinds, window shades and anything else that needs pre-drilling!
Measuring Tape – I have gone through several of these. Don’t waste your money on cheap measuring tapes. Better to go with a name brand like Stanley in atleast a 25’ length.
Pliers - I have a few different pliers but have found that the needle-nose pliers have been the most useful for my purposes. You can get a kit with different types of pliers, wrenches and gripping tools at Sears or your home improvement store.
Retractable Utility Knife – This is a cheap and great invention! From opening boxes cutting drywall, this is a must have item in your basic tool kit. And when the blade is dull, just replace it!
Level – I have a 4 foot level as well as a laser level. The laser level is among my favorite tools for hanging pictures!
Putty Knife – I use this for spackling nail holes in walls, repairing drywall where the door knob has hit the drywall, etc.
Sanding Block - I am partial to sanding blocks rather than sand paper…they are great for smoothing drywall repairs, sanding door edges if they are rubbing or getting stuck in the jamb, etc.
Hardware – it is a good idea to keep a variety of screws, nails, bolts, fasteners, picture hangers, etc on hand. These items are definitely the most difficult for me to keep organized...if you have any suggestions, please let me know!
Miscellaneous – Spackle, painters tape, Goof Off, white glue, electrical tape
Safety – Although I do not have these items currently, I will be adding them to my list...Safety glasses, dust masks, leather gloves and a first aid kit
Other Nice to Have Items: I purchased a few other items over the years that have served me well… I purchased a Dremel, a Mouse Sander, a Roto-Zip and an electic stapler. None of these are really necessary, but I have used them to aid in refinishing furniture, re-upholstering a chair, making a fabric covered cornice for a window, etc.
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O'Brien Realty
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Office: 301-884-7400
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Understanding Bats and Rabies...Bat-Proofing Your Home
One day last week when I went to the office, all the talk was about a little bat that somehow got in the office and was hanging from one of the ceiling tiles. One of our brave agents promptly scooped the bat up in a plastic container and put the container into the dumpster. Well, having not witnessed this capture, and being the animal lover that I am, I had to go look in the dumpster to make sure that the container was not sealed up, so that this little invader could find his/her way to safety outdoors. Sure enough, the little bat was free, inside the dumpster (it even posed for a nice photo (courtesy of my manager)). I had never seen a bat close up and was surprised about how tiny and cute it was. I believe, after looking on-line, that this variety is a "brown bat".
Later that day, I heard more talk about bats being in my daughter's friend's chimney! So, with that, I gathered some information to educate myself about bat-proofing, in case one of these cute, but dirty, little creatures might want to take up residency in my home. For more information, contact your county health department.
First, and most importantly, it is important to know that most of the recent human rabies cases in the US have been caused by rabies virus from bats. If you ever get bitten by a bat (even if it does not break the skin), you need to seek medical advice immediately. The bat should be captured and sent to a laboratory for rabies testing. The same holds true if your pet has come in contact with a bat, and it is important to keep pet vaccinations current.
Bat-Proofing:
Carefully examine your home for holes that might allow bats entry into your living quarters. Any openings larger than a quarter-inch by half-inch should be caulked. Use window screens, chimney caps and draft guards beneath doors to attics, fill electrical and plumbing holes with steel wool or caulking and ensure that all outside doors close tightly.
If you have bats roosting in your attic, observe where they exit at dusk and cover the exterior entry points by hanging clear plastic or bird netting loosely over these areas. Adult bats will be able to escape by crawling out from behind the loosely hung barrier and will not be able to re-enter. During summer months (May through August), however, young bats may not yet be able to fly, so if you exclude the adult bats, the young may be trapped inside and die or find their way into living quarters. This is why fall and winter are the best times to bat-proof your home.
Common bat entry points include the chimney, through vents, behind shutters, under eaves, under siding and under shingles.
If a bat makes it's way into your home, it is best to contact animal control for help in removal of the bat, just for safety's sake. If no professional help is available, and there is no other choice but to take matters into your own hands, be extremely careful. It is recommended that you wear leather gloves and you will also need a coffee can or other container, a piece of cardboard and tape. When the bat lands, approach it slowly. While wearing the gloves, place the coffee can over the bat. Slide the cardboard under the container to trap the bat inside. Tape the cardboard to the can securely and punch small holes in the cardboard so the bat can breath. It is recommended to contact your health department or animal control for rabies testing. Another option is to confine the bat to a room with a window...open the window and the bat will probably leave on its own.
Contrary to many people's thoughts about bats, they are not blind. They are not rodents and are not birds. They will not suck your blood and most do not have rabies. Although bats are not desirable in our homes, they are beneficial to our ecosystem. They are major predators of night flying insects. These insects are agricultural pests and cost farmers billions of dollars annually. Seed dispersal and pollination by bats are vital to rain forest survival. Studies of bats have contributed to medical advances, including development of navigational aids for the blind.
For more information about bats, rabies and other potential health hazards, contact your local health department or public health agency.
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Marie Lally
O'Brien Realty
Direct: 301-748-8698 (Best Number to Reach Me!)
Office: 301-884-7400
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ARTSFEST! September 19th & 20th - Annemarie Garden in Solomons, Maryland
Mark your calendar for the 2009 Artsfest at Annmarie Garden in Solomons, Maryland!
Saturday & Sunday
September 19th & 20th
10am to 5pm
This is an event that I look forward to every year! Local artists as well as others from across the United States come to display and sell their beautiful art. From hand-forged ironwork to elegant fine paintings or unreal photography, and hand-crafted jewelry to gorgeous pottery or woodworking, you will find something that peaks your interest! There is also music and dance performances, local food and drink, and a just a unique and wonderful atmosphere that you are sure to enjoy.
You will either leave the artsfest with beautiful, unique, items in hand, or completely inspired to go home and create something of your own….don’t miss this great art show!
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Just When You Thought You Have Seen It All...Here is an iPod Stereo Dock and TP Holder
I have to share this because it struck me as very funny...
My daughter's birthday is coming up and I have been searching for the perfect gift. Since she is into her music and always listening to her iPod, I thought that she could possibly use a new set of speakers for her iPod or some other related accessories. I searched amazon.com for speaker systems and there are tons to choose from! But, just when I thought I had seen it all, there was an iPod stereo dock and speaker system built into a TP holder... I just wonder what they will think of next! I am not so sure that I will be buying this interesting home accessory, however, the product has good consumer ratings - if you need a little laugh, read the reviews...hilarious!
Plush, Saxony, Berber, Loop, Frieze? Selecting Carpet To Fit Your Lifestyle
When I purchased my home it had 1970s carpeting throughout...I had harvest gold sculptured carpet on my stairs, living room and dining room...and black, red and burnt orange shag in my family room. The carpeting, along with my gold flocked wallpaper and styro-wood looking beams, were the first tear-outs in my house. Deciding on what to replace the carpet with was a tough decision - I wanted something that would stand the test of time a little better than the stuff I was ripping out.... so, like so many homeowners, I had to decide on flooring that best suited my lifestyle, style and budget. Here is a very basic run-down on carpet:
Cut Pile: This is the most commonly used carpet - the durability is considered average. Cut pile comes in a variety of styles like saxony, plush, texture and frieze - the differences in creating these carpets are in the way the pile is twisted, sheared and heat set. The more dense and twisted the pile is, the more durable the carpet will be. Saxony has tightly twisted cut piles that stands straight up... saxony carpet shows footprints and vacuum marks. Plush carpeting is lightly twisted and is very soft - it also shows every footprint and vacuum mark Textured carpets disguise footprints and do not show distinctive vacuum marks - it has tightly twisted and crimped cut pile but is softer to the touch than saxony - it tends to look two-toned. Frieze is a highly twisted cut pile carpet - the short fibers curl in different directions and the carpet virtually shows no footprints or vacuum marks...I like frieze, but a lot of people think it is nothing more than shag...
Cut and Loop Pile: Again, this is a medium durability carpet. It combines loops and cut pile, all in one carpet. Often, it appears like there is a carved difinition, since the layout of the cut pile and loops creates a pattern, variety of textures & sculpted effects.. This carpet is great for hiding a little bit of dirt... it shows no footprints or vacuum marks, and tends to come in multicolors rather than solid.
Level Loop Pile: Stong, level and even loops make this a great choice for high traffic areas - commercial loop carpet has short, densely packed loops and is more durable and easy to clean. Footprints or vacuum marks are not visible. Berber has a loop pile and is very durable - berber's pile tends to have thicker yarns...you must be careful, however, about snags - you can easily pull out the carpet strands by catching a snag in the vacuum. Berber carpet comes in wool, olefin and nylon fibers, or even a blend of these fibers.
Multi-Level Loop Pile: These are the new style rugs that seem to be very trendy with all-over patterns. The multi-level loop creates the carpet patterns - some random, other very intentional geometric patterns. It is recommended for higher traffic areas, just like level loop pile, however, multi-level loop pile can hold more dirt than level loop pile carpets. Just like level loop pile, it can come in solids and multicolors.
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Before You Paint That Room, Consider the Psychology of Color...
There are tons of studies out there on how color affects your moods…I am only thinking of this now since I have just bought paint for my master bedroom and master bath – I probably should have considered the “psychology of color” first, as I think I chose incorrectly for what is supposed to be a restful space… So, before you pick up the paint brush and start painting the house, consider the following...
According to the experts…
RED (my personal favorite): This is the strongest of all colors and is a stimulating color. It expresses feelings of excitement, high energy, vibrancy and warmth. Apparently it can increase your blood pressure, the rate of your pulse and your breathing. Red encourages action and confidence and increases enthusiasm.
GREEN: Natures neutral and considered to be a soothing color. …represents nature, relaxation and growth. Green is the most popular decorating color, is easiest on the eyes and can, apparently, improve vision. Green alleviates depression, nervousness and anxiety and offers a sense of renewal, self-control and harmony.
PINK: Pink is more tranquilizing of a color. It points to trustworthiness, sweetness, happiness and youth.
BLUE: Blue creates the opposite reaction as red. Blue is peaceful, tranquil, calming and restful. Some shades of blue can also be cold and depressing. They say that blue aids intuition.
YELLOW: Yellow represents happiness and optimism. It enhances concentration and even speeds your metabolism. They say that babies cry more in yellow rooms and people, in general, lose their tempers most often in a yellow room. Yellow supposedly encourages communication and activates memory.
BROWN: I find conflicting thoughts about the color brown…One source says that it denotes contentment and comfort…another says it is sad and wistful. Brown is the color of the earth and represents a connection with the earth. Supposedly, brown brings feelings of wholesomeness and offers a sense of orderliness.
PURPLE: Purple implies nobility, dignity, luxury and royalty…purple is a color that conveys wealth and sophistication. Purple also, supposedly, encourages creativity, offers a sense of spirituality and is uplifting, yet calming to the mind and nerves.
ORANGE: Orange gives the feelings of spirit, warmth, comfort and action. It stimulates the appetite and encourages socialization.
BLACK: Black depicts boldness, authority, strength and power…yet it also implies elegance, sophistication and timelessness. Black may evoke feelings of restful emptiness or feeling inconspicuous.
WHITE: White symbolizes innocence and purity. It also implies cleanliness, spaciousness and can create a feeling of quiet luxury. White aids mental clarity, encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles, and enables fresh beginnings.
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