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February 2023 ISSUE

February, the month of LOVE. Also our BIRTHDAY month! We are 6 years old! We celebrate our Birthday with all of you, it’s because of you we are here. We love and appreciate all of our clients, friends and family for your tremendous amount of support over the years. We recognize Valentine’s Day also, we hope this February brings you all the things you love, and to be surrounded by LOVE and loved ones. Thank you for being on our journey with us!

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Is your home feeling drafty?

10 Signs Your Home Has an Insulation Problem-and What You Can Do About It

Back to basics and quality time for Valentine’s Day!

30 Romantic Things to Do on Valentine’s Day That You’ll Never Forget

All Holidays and Observances in February 2023

Are you ready for the big game?

20 Easy Super Bowl Charcuterie Board Ideas

48 Homemade Valentine’s Day Treat Recipes That Celebrate Love

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more.

Designer Bag Bingo—February 4th 6pm-10pm Century High School $$

Date Night Charcuterie Art Class–February 10th at 6:30pm Serpent Ridge Vineyard $$

SAL Hosts a Super Bowl Party– February 12th 5:30pm American Legion Sykesville $$

Pastries Cooking Class– February 18th 11am-ONLINE $$

2023 Cocoa Crawl– February 25th noon-4pm Downtown Sykesville $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2023. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Irish Festival in Downtown Westminster– March 11th 8am-Noon-Pub crawl afterwards $$

80’s Dance Party –March 31st 10pm-Woodstock Inn $$

1920’s Speak Easy Murder Mystery– March 31st 7pm @ 1623 Brewing Company $$

49th Annual Hampstead Day-May 20th 8am-1pm Downtown Hampstead

Social Drinking at the Jetty-July 28th 8:30pm Jetty Dock Bar Grasonville $$

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The Front Porch View January 2023

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The Front Porch View

January 2023 ISSUE

Happy New Year!

New year, New beginnings! The new year gives us time to reflect on the past year. Hoping you will make 2023 YOUR year! Resolutions, no resolutions. You decide how and if you want to change. We plan on making 2023 our BEST YEAR YET, we hope you do the same.

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Start the New Year with a deep clean

7 Places You’re Forgetting to Clean

Check out some of the fun activities MD offers!

15 of Maryland’s Best Winter Activities

All Holidays and Observances in January 2023

It’s SOUP season!

22 Soothing Soup Recipes that are Incredibly Easy to Make

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Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more.

Carroll County Ag Center Indoor Flea Market–January 7th 8am-2pm Free parking and admittance

Food Truck and Music Weekend–January 13th 5pm-8pm (other weekends as well) Linganore Winecellars $$

Interior Design and Staging For Beginners– January 18th 1pm-3:30pm Picker’s Station Thomasville PA $$

100 Proof at Floodzone– January 20th 5:30pm-9:30pm Floodzone Union Bridge$$

Elmo Meet and Greet at Bubala Eldersburg– January 29th 4pm-6pm-Bubala Indoor Playground $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2023. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Designer Bag Bingo–February 4th 6pm-10pm Century High School $$

Irish Festival in Downtown Westminster– March 11th 8am-Noon-Pub crawl afterwards $$

80’s Dance Party –March 31st 10pm-Woodstock Inn $$

1920’s Speak Easy Murder Mystery– March 31st 7pm @ 1623 Brewing Company $$

49th Annual Hampstead Day-May 20th 8am-1pm Downtown Hampstead

Social Drinking at the Jetty-July 28th 8:30pm Jetty Dock Bar Grasonville $$

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The Front Porch View December 2022

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The Front Porch View

December 2022 ISSUE

December, the holidays are upon us. With all of the craziness the holidays bring, we hope you get a chance to slow down a bit, enjoy all the season has to offer. Our wish is you get to spend time with friends and family doing fun things. Take a ride and look at all of the pretty lights. Make a fire and have some cocoa and cookies . Sing some holiday songs and watch all of your favorite holiday movies. We hope you enjoy your favorite holiday traditions with your loved ones this year!

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Make room for all of your Holiday Decorations

7 Things to Get Rid of Now-So You’ll Have More Storage Space for the Holidays

7 Christmas Color Trends That Will Be Huge in 2022

Embrace the season and reconnect with Family.

25 FUN Holiday Activities

All Holidays and Observances in December 2022

Easy, breezy Christmas morning with some make ahead meals.

21 Easy Christmas Breakfast Casseroles to Make Ahead

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Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more.

Carroll County Farmer’s Market and Craft Show/Fresh Greens Sale—December 10th 8am-2pmCarroll County Ag Center $$

Santa Pub Crawl–December 10th at 5pm ends December 11th at 1am Downtown Westminster $$

Cookie Walk– December 17th 10am-1pm-Church of the Ascension Westminster $

Menorah Lighting– December 18th 4pm-Town of Mt Airy

Christmas in the Corn&Holiday Light Trail– December 29th 5pm-9pm and December 30th 5pm-9pm-Local Homestead Products, LLC $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

First Day Hike 2023–January 1, 2023 11am Charlotte’s Quest Nature Center $$

Chalk Couture VIP Open Chalk and Chat– January 5th online 9pm-10pm

Dragonfly or Butterfly –February 5th 1pm-3:30 pm Stained glass suncathcher Gamber Fire Hall $$

Irish Festival in Downtown Westminster– March 11th 8am-noon-Pub crawl noon-4pm $$

Adult Prom-May 26th 6pm-10pm Seasons at Magnolias $$

Tyler Childers: Send in the Hounds Tour with Drive-by Truckers-August 11th 6:30pm-Merriweather Post Pavillon $$

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The Front Porch View November 2022

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The Front Porch View

November 2022 ISSUE

November is the month of THANKS!! We are thankful for our Veterans. We are thankful for our family and friends, who always help us through our good and bad times. We are very thankful for all of you, our clients, most who have become friends.

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Dread cleaning, check out these helpful tips!

A Whole-House Cleaning Schedule You’ll Actually Stick to

This Thanksgiving show some Gratitude!

Gratitude Activities For Kids with Free Printable Cards

All Holidays and Observances in November 2022

Start prepping for Thanksgiving, starting today.

How to Prep for Thanksgiving , a Day by Day Guide

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more.

Holiday Fest– November 12th 8am-4pm Marketplace @ Gettysburg $$

Gamber & Community Fire Company Tumbled Sea Glass Lighted Tree–November 13th 1pm-4pm- Gamber Fire Hall $$

A Drag Queen Christmas– November 22nd 8pm Hippodrome Baltimore $$

Frosty Friday– November 25th 9am-9pm-Downtown Frederick

Miracle on Main Street Downtown Event– November 26th 4:55pm-9pm-Jingle Bell Run, Holiday Electric Parade, Tree Lighting-Downtown Westminster

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

It’s A Wonderful Life–December 3rd 1pm-(ONE Showing Only) Carroll Arts Center $

Christkindlmarkt– December 9th-10th-Dec 9th 4pm-9pm Dec 10th 9am-4pm Dill’s Tavern Dillsburg, PA $$

Lit at the Lights: Walk Through w/Drinks –December 8th 6pm-10pm Merriweather Symphony of Lights Columbia $$

December’s Four Course Holiday Dinner– December 22nd 6:30pm-8:30pm Over Hills Mansion-Catonsville $$

Sportsman’s Bingo-January 7th 4pm-10pm Doors Open 4pm, buffet at 5pm, Bingo at 7pm Manchester VFC Activities Bldg-$$

Winter Lantern Festival-February 5th 5pm-10pm Lerner Town Square-Tysons VA $$

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The Front Porch View October 2022

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The Front Porch View

October 2022 ISSUE

It is officially FALL! The leaves are changing, there is crispness in the air. Time to pull out the flannels and the sweaters. Crank up the heat, cozy up to the fire with a good book and cup of something hot! Tricks and treats are sure to be abound along with mums, pumpkins and all of the Fall colors. October is also breast Cancer awareness month. Ladies please make sure to get yourselves checked, as we all have been affected by this personally or know someone that has been affected. May you find some time to take a drive and enjoy the colors of the season.

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Get the inside of your home ready for cooler weather

The 12 Best Ways to Prepare Your Home for Fall

Check out when the first frost will come!

What Are First and Last Frost Dates? Here’s How to Find Yours and why They Impact Your Garden’s Timeline

All Holidays and Observances in October 2022

You’ll be the hit of the party when you show up with one of these desserts!

30 Classic Fall Dessert recipes Starring Apple, Pears, Pumpkins and More!

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more.

Oyster Stroll–October 8th 11am-4pm Downtown Westminster $$

Glass Blowing Ornaments@Refabuluz Vintiques Farm Fest Westminster, MD–October 15th 10am-5pm Refabuluz Antiques $$

Main Street Fall Fun Festival– October 22nd Noon-4pm Downtown Sykesville $$

Frey’s, Flannels and Firepits– October 22nd 4:30pm Frey’s Brewing Company $$

Charcuterie Art Class-October 28th 6pm-8pm Serpent Ridge Vineyard $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Vintage & Thrifted DIY Marathon-Christmas Special–November 5th 8am-9pm ONLINE $$

Holiday Fest– November 12th 8am-4pm The Marketplace at Gettysburg $$

A Drag Queen Christmas –November 22nd 8pm Hippodrome Baltimore $$$

Twelve Hours of Christmas by the Main Street Merchants– December 2nd 10am-10pm Downtown Sykesville $$

Christkindlmarkt-December 9th 4pm-9pm December 10th 9am-4pm Dill’s Tavern Dillsburg, PA $$

Santa’s Virtual Sleigh Ride-December 23rd 7pm online

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The Front Porch View September 2022

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The Front Porch View

September 2022 ISSUE

Hello September

September brings us the end of Summer, the start of Fall, Labor day and cooler weekends! The kids and grandkids are back to school. Hoping you are finding some time to sit and relax and reflect on the time you had with loved ones. We are so busy we forget to take breaks for ourselves, just a little time out. We will start to see and taste all of our fall favorite eats and drinks with pumpkin and apple!

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Fresh leftovers for lunch!

The 10 Best Food Storage Containers for Keeping Your Lunch and Leftovers Fresh

See when all of the leaves will change colors!

This Fall Foliage Map Shows When Leaves Will Peak in Your State in 2022

All Holidays and Observances in September 2022

Sit around a bonfire and offer up some fun desserts!

Next Up in the Massive Food Board Trends: Dessert Boards!

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more.

COMEDY NIGHT Featuring National Act Neil Rubenstein–September 15th 7pm Frey’s Brewing Company $$

Westminster Fallfest 2022–September 22nd-25th Downtown Westminster 22nd 6pm-10pm, 23rd 6pm-10pm,24th 10am-10pm, 25th noon to 6pm $$

MAMA Prom A– September 24th 7:30pm-10:30pm Mt Airy Volunteer Fire Company $$

Wine Tasting on the Hill– August 27th 11:30am-6:30pm Carroll County Farm Museum $$

2022 Maryland Wine Festival– September 17th-18th 11am- 5pm Carroll County Farm Museum $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Oyster Stroll–October 8th 11am-4pm Downtown Westminster $$

Glass Blowing Ornaments@Refabuluz Vintiques Farm Fest Westminster, MD– October 15th 10am-5pm Refabuluz Vintiques $$

Main Street Fall Fun Festival –October 22nd Noon-4pm Downtown Sykesville $$

Vintage & Thrifted DIY Marathon-Christmas Special– November 5th 8am-9pm online

Gamber & Community Fire Company Tumbled Sea Glass Lighted Tree-November 13th 1pm-4pm Gamber Fire Hall $$

Carroll County Farmer’s Market and Craft Show/Fresh Greens Sale-December 10th 8am-2pmCarroll County Ag Center $$

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The Front Porch View August 2022

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August 2022 ISSUE

Hello August!

Slowly summer is winding down. We are getting back to our routines, getting the kiddos ready for school. Hopefully getting some last minute vacations in or just a few day trips before the cool air and Fall are here. We hope you will get some down time and relax with friends and family. Sit by the fire pit and make s’mores, laugh, enjoy each others company, maybe play a game or two. As Summer is coming to an end, we hope you are enjoying every second.

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Baskets can be useful, creative and look nice!

20 Smart Ways to Use Storage Baskets to Boost Organization

Enjoy some last minute get- a-ways before Summer ends!

23 Best Day Trips in Maryland

All Holidays and Observances in August 2022

Make and take recipe ideas!

These Summer Potluck Recipes Are Made for Sharing

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more. Due to COVID-19 please check the venue before heading out.

Hampstead VFD Carnival–August 8th-13th 6pm-midnight $$

Best of Baltimore Party!–August 18th 6pm-10pm American Visionary Art Museum $$

August Drag Brunch– August 21st 11am-2pm Serra Brothers Sports Pub $$

Maryland Summer Fest– August 27th 11:30am-6:30pm Carroll County Farm Museum $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

COMEDY NIGHT Featuring National Act Neil Rubenstein–September 15th 7pm Frey’s Brewing Company $$

MAMA Prom A– September 24th 7:30pm-10:30pm Mt.Airy Volunteer Fire Company $$

Wine Tasting on the Hill –September 24th and 25th noon-5pm Hanover, PA $$

Westminster Fallfest 2022– September 22nd-25th Westminster 22nd-6pm-10pm, 23rd 6pm-10pm, 24th 10am-10pm, 25th noon-6pm $$

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The Front Porch View July 2022

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The Front Porch View

July 2022 ISSUE

Welcome July

Summer is in full swing! Hope you have a wonderful 4th of July, celebrating with good food, good friends, family and fun times! We are gearing up with some fun days ahead to celebrate our new home. We will send out the days/times of all of the events . We can’t wait for you to check out our new digs , hang out and have fun with us!

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Get your garage organized

27 Genius Garage Storage Ideas to Get Your Gear in Order

Check out the link for some fun observances in July, not only Independence Day.

Easy DIY Fourth of July Tabletop Decorations

All Holidays and Observances in July 2022

Summertime dinners

52 Summer Dinner Ideas For the Best in Seasonal Eating

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more. Due to COVID-19 please check the venue before heading out.

Summer Luau Backyard Bash–July 8th 8pm-11pm Stratosphere Social $$

Watermelon Festival–Braglio Farms-July 9th and 10th noon-5pm

Dirty Dancing-Movie– July 15th 1:15 pm $$

Annual Sunflower Festival– July 23rd and 24th 10am-4pm Valley View Acres

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Hampstead VFD Carnival–August 8th-13th 6pm-midnight $$

Best of Baltimore Party!– August 18th 6pm-10pm American Visionary Art Museum $$

Maryland Summer Fest –Carroll County Farm Museum Aug 27th 11:30am-6:30 pm $$

Wine Tasting on the Hill– September 24th and 25th noon-5pm Hanover, PA $$

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The Front Porch View June 2022

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June 2022 ISSUE

Welcome June

We want to wish you all a happy summer and hope it is filled with tons of fun, family, friends and laughter. We have the first of many of our events happening Saturday in our new space! Come join us for Pet Adoption Day on June 11th from 11am to 2pm. We will make sure you know about all of the fun events we have planned, stay tuned!!!!

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Can you afford to renovate your outdoor living area?

Here’s How much it Costs to Renovated Your Outdoor Space in 2022

Check out the link for some fun observances in May, not only Memorial Day.

9 Sentimental Father’s Day Gifts That Will Help You Say I Love You

All Holidays and Observances in June 2022

Grilling time is upon us!

You’ll Want to Make Our Best Grill Recipes All Summer (and year) Long

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more. Due to COVID-19 please check the venue before heading out.

Westminster Beer and BBQ Stroll–June 18th noon-4pm $$

30th Annual Strawberry Festival–June 11th 9am-4pm Gamber Fire Hall

Paint Your Pet– June 26th 1pm-3pm 1623 Brewing $$

Pick Your Own Lavender Weekend– June 25th-26th 10am-4pm -Irwin Farm

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Summer Luau Backyard Bash–July 8th 8pm-11pm Stratosphere Social $$

Dirty Dancing-Movie– Carroll Arts Center July 15th 1:15 pm $$

Maryland Summer Fest –Carroll County Farm Museum Aug 27th 11:30am-6:30 pm $$

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The Front Porch View May 2022

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The Front Porch View

May 2022 ISSUE

Welcome May

We DID it!!!! We are officially in our new building, we honestly practice what we preach and bought a building!!! Working on some finishing touches, but we are OPEN and ready for all of your real estate needs. If you are in the area please stop by to say hello!! Without the support of our clients, friends and family this move would not have been possible and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Please be on the lookout for “Grand Opening” events , they will take place in June. Can’t wait to share our new space with all of you.

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Make your home and exterior look new again!

The 8 Best Electric Pressure Washers to Make Your Home Look Brand New

Check out the link for some fun observances in May, not only Memorial Day.

12 Ways to Enjoy Memorial Day with Your Family

All Holidays and Observances in May 2022

Strawberry season and much more is upon us!

May 2022 Better Homes & Gardens Recipes

Smart Charts Update

Great events happening around the area. Click on the event below to learn more. Due to COVID-19 please check the venue before heading out.

Girl’s Night Out–Downtown Ellicott City May 19th 5:15pm

The Reagan Years Outdoor 80’s Event–Island Green-May 21 6pm-10pm $$

Tie Dye Party–1623 Brewing May 22 @ 2:15pm $$

Annual Fireman’s Carniva–Gamber Fire Hall May 27th-June 4th 5:15pm-11pm $$

Don’t miss these exciting events coming up in 2022. Save the posted dates now and check back with us for specifics as the other events draw closer!

Westminster Beer and BBQ Stroll–June 18th 1222pm-4pm $$

Dirty Dancing-Movie– Carroll Arts Center July 15th 1:15 pm $$

Maryland Summer Fest –Carroll County Farm Museum Aug 27th 11:30am-6:30 pm $$

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