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DESIGN | BUILD
Takes Time To Care For Homeowners
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Tips For Keeping
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Clean & Sparkling
Backstage Pass Derric Thomas of
Half Note Restaurant & Lounge
Shares His Vision For the Future
Twelve Apostles
HOTEL & SPA
Is The Perfect Wedding Destination
FLU SEASON
What You Should
Do To Stay Well
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Contents
Publisher & President Veronica Fountain Veronica@simplymagazines.net Editor In Chief Alyson Turner Alyson@simplymagazines.net Contributing Writers Alyson Turner Contributing Photographers Timberlake Design Build Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa Simone Forgione Layout & Ad Design Natthaphon Foithong Advertising Director Veronica Fountain Veronica@simplymagazines.net
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Publisher’s Corner
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Eco Friendly
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Fresh Look
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Wanderlust
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Spotlight
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Here’s To Health
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Spring Fun
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Simply Home
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Simply Delicious
Letter from the Editor Be Kind Here’s To Sustainable Fashion & Beauty Items Timberlake Design | Build Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa Wedding Destination Local Photographer Shares Favorite Pictures What’s Happening? Backstage Pass Derric Thomas & the Half Note Restaurant & Lounge What To Do In Flu Season Top Golf Courses in the Bowie area 6 Great Tips For A Clean Home Triple Berry Kiwi Smoothie 3
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Spring Has Sprung! April is a busy month for folks at Simply Bowie Magazine. We’re entering the season for graduations, proms, and baseball. Make sure that you check out our “What’s Happening” section so that you are aware of the events that our area has to offer. This month’s featured Cover Story focuses on Timberlake Design | Build, the best builders in the Bowie area. Our Travel Destination choice and a great wedding venue is The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, located in Capetown, Africa. Our clocks have sprung forward and we have weathered the month of March, now let’s get ready for sunnier skies. Happy spring, Bowie!
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Letter from The Editor
Be Kind Right now around the world things can seem very frightening and overwhelming. With so many uncertainties about current events and the future we can often be left wondering where to turn or what is next? While I don’t know the answers to any of these questions, I do know one thing. Dear Readers of Simply Bowie. We will all get through this together. We have the power of kindness. Although we may be apart, now is the perfect time to pick up the phone and call a friend. Sit down at your computer and send an email to a relative you haven’t had the chance to catch up with in a while. When we are frightened or confused, we can become angry and upset. To counter this, tell your family that you love them and how proud you are of them. Putting kindness out into the world can make all the difference. Let your light shine.
Sending light and love, Bowie.
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Saving The Planet Calling All Eco-Friendly Fashionistas You can save the environment, and look amazing while doing it with these eco-friendly companies.
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thredUP Based in California, thredUP has local operations, responsible recycling, and inclusive sizing for women and children with vintage and secondhand apparel. thredUP, the world’s largest online thrift store, is on a mission to combat textile waste and carbon emissions through secondhand shopping. Carrying more than 35,000 name brands, the USbased marketplace boasts an impressive and rotating collection of preloved treasures and unique vintage finds. Clothes not accepted for resale are responsibly recycled or repurposed, and the app has easy browsing and buying. ThredUP.com
and recycled polyester made from water bottles. Outdoor Voices takes great care in the selection of their stateside and overseas factory partners, keeping working conditions and ethical practices a forefront priority. OutdoorVoices.com
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Outdoor voices This company uses recycled materials and has ethical production coming out of Texas. They offer sustainable athletic wear for both men and women. Outdoor Voices make clothes for sweating in— interchangeable layers that play nice in any season or activity. From dog jogs to dodgeball, their pieces span gymlife and life-life without sweating the small stuff. The brand sources textiles with sustainability top-of-mind, including their sustainably-sourced merino wool
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forms. Their line of body positive women’s apparel uses flexible sizing so that your body can look relaxed and confident in any outfit, any day. All apparel is made in-house in their Los Angeles studio, utilizing eco-friendly fabrics whenever they can, and shipped out to you in recycled packaging. Made by women, for women, you’ll feel your best no matter the day. These ethically-made items, have eco-friendly fabrics, recyled packaging, and inclusive sizing. The products range from women’s tops, bottoms, dresses, jumpsuits, and outerwear. Sotela.co
Alternative Apparel It’s rare to find fashion brands that are both ethical and sustainable, but Alternative Apparel ranks well for both these categories. They are right here in the United States based out of Georgia. They offer ethical production, Fair Labor Association Alternative respects and values the rights of workers in all countries and believe in the right to fair and safe workplace conditions. Their factories operate in accordance with the Fair Labor Association Workplace Code of Conduct and they make over 70% of their garments with sustainable materials and processes. Alternative is a certified Green Business in LA. Their activewear & loungewear is modern and casual for both men and women. AlternativeApparel.com
Sotela The team behind Sotela wants you to celebrate your body in any and all
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Jenni Kayne This California apparel and lifestyle giant crafts stunning silhouettes, timeless classics, and cozy layers for a neutral, effortless wardrobe. Ethically made (and locally sourced whenever possible), the Jenni Kayne team is also working towards becoming more sustainable and ecofriendly over the next two years. Plus, they give back to organizations like HEART, Girl Up, and the NRDC—so you’re investing in both high-quality and impact. We love their take on merino wool, cotton, linen, and cashmere for the luxury fashionista. There is women’s apparel, outerwear, sleepwear, and underwear. JenniKayne.com
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Angyono Custom Cakes Create the Wedding Cake of Your Dreams Angyono Custom Cakes creates sweet memories for your special event. We are a wedding, celebration, and sculpted cake studio serving Maryland, D.C. and Northern Virginia
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DESIGN | BUILD Taking Time To Care For Homeowners President Dave Lunden shares his expertise on picking the right lot for the home you want as well as options for whole home renovations.
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hen it comes to building your own home or fully renovating your current home, the decisions can seem daunting. This is why you need to contact Timberlake Design | Build first to guide you through the process.
It is important to note that when building a home, you need to have the right lot for what you need. With the On Your Lot Program, Timberlake Design | Build will help you find it. “Prince George’s County has a great supply of available land unlike other areas that are strained with development or have astronomical fees.” Dave says, “[Clients] just need someone to help them find it. Not every lot is a buildable lot, but if you are interested in building a new house one of the things that we can help you with is finding that land and a place to build.”
Timberlake Design | Build has been operating in Prince George’s County for over 55 years. It is a family-owned business under its parent company, Timberlake Homes. “We understand the market, the approval process, and we have connections with the county. We are always going to do the right thing,” Dave says.
This starts with contacting the company and telling them what you need. Dave Lunden tells us, “There are a variety of ways to go. We are going to try and find a lot that is suitable for the client. No two pieces of land are the same. When someone comes to us, we begin identifying a piece of land whether it is through
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a realtor, a developer or a contact who is trying to sell land. Part of this process is that we are going to walk the lot with the client and point out any challenges the land may have. Then, we will work up a budget for that client.” Not only does Timberlake Design | Build walk with you every step of the way, they have the resources and equipment to get the jobs done. “We have a deep bench to draw from. We do subdivision work, we have experts who have the skills and knowledge to build roads, put in utilities, and get the land approved. Our in-house people are looking at it as we go through this process in order to save the homeowner money and to give us a better product.” From finding the right lot to choosing your home, they have your best interests in mind. “Now once we identify the type of land,
people will choose from one of our house designs. We will connect with our engineers and we get our homeowners set up with a lender that will approve a construction loan or any other type of loan that is needed,” Dave says, “If you have land that you are looking to sell you can approach Timberlake Design | Build to get a buyer lined up to place a house on the land. “We work with realtors and/or property owners who have a land piece they want to sell. We try to help them market it with a house package. If we sell it this way, we can give them pricing for the house and all of the options. Buyers and potential homeowners can see one of the spec homes or model homes and walk through it to see if they actually like it rather than just looking online.” If you are not looking to build a new home or you want to stay close to Bowie, but do not have the right lot
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Timberlake Design | Build also offers whole house renovations. Dave says, “One of the challenges for people is to find the land exactly where they want to live. If they love the neighborhood they currently own a home in, we can do a whole house renovation to customize it the way they want it.”
The goal for Timberlake Design | Build is to take care of its customers and to truly give them what they need. ”People come to us with a budget, and a lot of the work is spending the time with them to find out what is just a wish-list and what is a must have. You have to investigate to discover true must haves, then prioritize
the wants and needs in a home. It is part of the process to spend a lot of time with people to deliver as best as we can. We are a family-owned business with everyone living in Maryland. We care about integrity, taking care our customers, our veterans, and our county. Prince George’s County is our heritage.”
To find your perfect lot or customize your ideal home, visit TimberlakeDB.com.
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Wedding Destination Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa – Capetown, Africa
This exquisite location is the perfect destination for romance, relaxation and your happily ever after.
Text By Alyson Turner Photography by Twelve Apostles Hotel
Your Wedding Day should be the most memorable day of your life. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is the place to make all of your wedding dreams come true. Located in Cape Town, South Africa in between the Twelve Apostles mountain range and the serene Atlantic Ocean, the views are picture perfect. This awardwinning hotel offers luxurious rooms with a complimentary stay in the Honeymoon Suite for the newlywed couple. You will also enjoy fresh seafood and a fine dining experience in the Azure restaurant. The hotel is able to accommodate up to 80 guests for the wedding festivities. Guests are able hold their wedding in one of many venues including under the gazebo in the Fynbos garden overlooking the sea. Afterwards, a gorgeous reception will be held on the magnificent Atlantic Terrace. The staff of the hotel offers world-class customer service and every need and desire is fulfilled on your special day. Your guests will enjoy a culinary delight created by the Executive Chef and professional team. For extended celebrations, there is a private fourth floor venue called The Lion’s Head function room with its own bar. The hotel’s dedicated wedding team, headed by Stephanie Hall-Tarling, will help you navigate the world of pre-wedding planning. Thanks to modern technology, planning a wedding from abroad has never been easier. Together with her experienced team, Stephanie is on hand for the bridal couple to plan every tiny detail - from the site inspection and choosing the flowers, to the entertainment, the cake and customized menus. Whether you are on vacation or an extended honeymoon, you can choose to enjoy the easy relaxation at the spa or visit one of the two swimming pools with mountain views, you will feel at home and stress-free without ever leaving the property.
For more information or to book your luxury stay, visit 12ApostlesHotel.com.
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Awards Accolades The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is internationally recognized and wins several awards every single year. Here are just a small number of awards from the past two years. Condé Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards - Voted No. 13 in the Top 30 Hotels in Africa - 2019 Travel + Leisure ‘World’s Best’ Awards - Voted No. 3 in Top 10 City Hotels in Africa - 2019 World Travel Awards - Africa’s Leading Luxury Hotel - 2019 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards - Voted No. 15 Top Hotel in South Africa - 2019
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Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards - Voted Number 3 in the Top 20 Hotels in Africa - 2018
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Local Bowie Photographer Shares His Favorite Photos
SPOTLIGHT Richard Chomitz and son, Wayne
Lighthouse in Grand Manan
Puffins In Grand Manan
Photography By Richard Chomitz Yosemite
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Richard Chomitz and wife, Leigh Penfield
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s ’ t a h W National Cherry Blossom Festival
DC’s Taste of the Nation Chaired by Mike Friedman – Executive Chef & Owner of The Red Hen and All Purpose Pizzeria, the 33rd DC’s Taste of the Nation will unite the region’s best chefs and mixologists. You can look forward to bite-size fare, craft cocktails, and delectable desserts while mingling with DC’s top tastemakers – all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America. DC’s Taste of the Nation is a 21+ event. 100% of event proceeds support No Kid Hungry’s work in Washington, DC. NoKidHungry.org
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Visit the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. through Sunday, April 12. The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo to the city of Washington, DC, and celebrates the enduring friendship between the people of the United States and Japan. Today’s Festival now spans four weeks and welcomes more than 1.5 million people to enjoy diverse and creative programming promoting traditional and contemporary arts and culture, natural beauty, and community spirit. Events are primarily free and open to the public. NationalCherryBlossomFest.org
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National Cannabis Festival in Washington D.C. Savor Bowie 2020: Food, Wine & Music Festival The Savor Bowie Food, Wine & Music Festival is fun for all ages. On April 18 & 19, patrons can enjoy two days of complimentary wine tastings, along with great food vendors, exhibitors, and artisans. There will also be a huge classic car show. Check out many areas of music and other entertainment! Admission for this festival is free, but all proceeds will benefit Concerts For Causes, Inc. a nonprofit organization that raises funds to give musical instruments to students in underserved communities. ConcertsForCausesInc.org
Attend the 5th Annual NATIONAL CANNABIS FESTIVAL on Saturday, April 18 in Washington DC. featuring METHOD MAN & REDMAN and YOUNG M.A, with BACKYARD BAND, ANTIBALAS, THE ARCHIVES and more! Gates open 12 Noon with a strict curfew of 8 p.m. You must be 21+ with valid government issued identification to attend National Cannabis Festival. General Admission Tickets can be bought in advance and will be available on the day of the festival while supplies last. ATMs will be on-site for cash purchases and can be found at the box office, bar, and exhibitor areas. Ticket purchases are non-refundable. NationalCannibasFestival.com
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Bowie Health Fair
2020 Bowie Green Expo
The Bowie Health Fair will be held this year on April 25. The Bowie Health Fair is committed to offering the community access to health screenings, services and education so that we can all plant the seeds of good health and this health fair will provide the attendees with the opportunity to come and take advantage of the many free health screenings such as Blood pressure, cholesterol screenings, Hearing, vision and balance tests, Pulmonary function tests, Mental health screening, Skin cancer screening, HIV testing, and many more. EventBrite.com
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The Bowie Green Expo is a free family-fun event open to the public. Activities include Kids Zone with make and take activities, puppet show, live entertainment, electric car display, over 50 vendors showcasing their environmentally-friendly products and services. This event will be held on April 18 at the Kenhill Center and is hosted by the Bowie Lions Club & the City of Bowie. EventBrite.com
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The 2020 Prince George’s Youth Poet Laureate Named The Prince George’s County’s Youth Poet Laureate for 2020 wants to raise awareness among other young writers in the county that there are opportunities available to publish their work in magazines, to apply to contests and to win scholarship money. Marissa Michel of Bowie, a 15-year-old sophomore at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., also wants to host a poetry in the park event at Allen Pond to bring the community together to experience poetry socially, and wants to use her oneyear term to encourage female empowerment. Dialect-USA.com.
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Fences is a drama by August Wilson, produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. and directed by Frank B. Moorman. This sensational drama centers around Troy Maxson, a former star of the Negro baseball leagues who now works as a garbage man in 1957 Pittsburgh. Excluded as a black man from the major leagues during his prime, Troy’s bitterness takes its toll on his relationships with his wife and his son, who now wants his own chance to play ball. Performances will run through April 19. Tickets may be purchased in advance. BCTheatre.com
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BACKSTAGE PASS Derric Thomas, founder of the Half Note Restaurant & Lounge Shares What Is Next For The Iconic Community Venue
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erric Thomas is an entrepreneur and an advocate in his community. Through his career as a Maryland attorney practicing business and corporate law; and through his time as the founder and owner of the beloved Half Note Restaurant & Lounge. Born and raised in Washington D.C., he moved to Tacoma Park, Maryland when he was a teenager. “I have been living in Prince George’s County for the last 30 + years. I am much like the entrepreneurs that I represent. My first foray into the restaurant, lounge, and club business was opening Bay Street in 1992 In Prince George’s County. That gave me the initial exposure into the business. Then, I went on to law school,” Derric said, “I graduated from Howard University Law School. I decided in 2007 that I wanted to build a restaurant and lounge in the community that I live in, to serve customers like me.” The Half Note Restaurant & Lounge came to fruition in 2008 because Derric wanted to open a venue for the community to enjoy. “I wanted to build a place that I would love to come into – a safe environment, good food, good parking, and entertainment. I wanted to build a place that the community needed,” he said. Recently, the decision has been made to close the original Half Note Lounge location and move to a
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different area. Many loyal customers and patrons are concerned that Derric was forced to move, but this was a decision he made on his own. Derric says, “The Half Note brand will live on. I am taking on a partner to successfully run the brand in a new location. Although, the shopping center was purchased with the intentions of creating a megachurch, I decided with a year remaining on my lease that it was time for me to move on to something different. I don’t want people to be mad at this church. It really was my decision to move on to a new chapter.” A new location for the Half Note Lounge has been identified and all of Half Notes’ employees will be guaranteed a position at the new location. This is a very positive move and everyone will have job security even though they are moving. The new venue will host the same type of food and entertainment while carrying on the Half Note Lounge name. Throughout this transition, Derric will have a background role to guarantee that everything runs smoothly so the community can have the venue that it knows and loves. “One of my goals for 2020 is to follow through and make this a successful transition in a new location. I want to ensure that the vision remains as it is.”
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What’s Next For Derric Thomas in 2020? “I will be practicing law and helping people fulfill their dreams of becoming entrepreneurs. I will also be focusing on my foundation called The Talented Tenth Foundation helping young black men get into colleges and universities through SAT Prep. I believe that everyone who wants to go to college should be able to. I am interested in affecting positive change in this community. I believe it is truly important to be an involved member of your community and we have a responsibility to give back.”
For updates on the new location, visit HalfNoteLounge.com.
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Simply Bowie Magazine and Holland Custom Designs has partnered to bring you our first Bowie Business Roundtable Discussion. The Topic Is: Challenges. What have been some of your challenges while running your business? There will be Keynote Speakers and time for us to do a Q&A with Business Owners. This will be a Virtual Meeting and all is invited to join!
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Here’s To Health What Should You Be Doing During Flu Season? It can often feel like we are under the weather for months during cold and flu season. Here are some ways to stop the spread and stay well.
Back to back illnesses can be physically and mentally draining. It may feel like you are sick from November to May. Why is that? Cold weather does not make you sick, but flourishing germs do. In fact you are more likely to catch
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a cold inside a heated building, than outside in the weather. That’s because it’s the germs that are causing you to get sick in the winter, not the weather itself. The common cold is caused by a number of different viruses, which are more active in the spring and fall; and the flu is caused by various strains
of the influenza virus, which are more active in the winter. You may start off with a cold in the fall, then catch the flu or other virus a few weeks later just to have your allergies wake up with the first blooms of spring. If this is the case, what can we do to keep our selves healthy?
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Wash, Wash, Wash Your Hands
The first and most important way to help avoid influenza, coronavirus, or other viruses is to practice basic hygiene. While most people realize that hand washing and coughing into the crook of your arm helps stop the spread of germs, it goes a step further than that. Hands should be washed with soap and warm water for a minimum of 20 seconds. Experts recommend singing two rounds of “Happy Birthday” or the “ABC’s” to ensure that you are scrubbing for long enough. Also, be sure to scrub your palms, backs of your hands, in between fingers, under fingernails, thumbs and wrists. This is the best way to minimize the speak of germs. If you do sneeze, cough, or blow your nose make sure your wash your hands thoroughly. If you don’t have access to soap and water, use
hand sanitizier with at least 60% alcohol content.
Power Boost Your Immune System
Even when you are feeling sick, it is important to keep eating a healthy balanced diet to boost your immune system and help you fight off germs. Most people turn to vitamin C after they’ve caught a cold. That’s because it helps build up your immune system. Vitamin C is thought to increase the production of white blood cells. These are key to fighting infections. Popular citrus fruits include grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, and clementines. Because your body doesn’t produce or store it, you need daily vitamin C for continued health. Almost all citrus fruits are high in vitamin C. With such a variety to choose from, it’s easy to
add a squeeze of this vitamin to any meal. Broccoli and spinach are also packed full of vitamins and antioxidants to keep you feeling your best!
Practice Social Distancing & Stay Home To Rest
As much fun as it is go out to the movies, and other large events, sometimes the best practice is spend time one-on-one or stay out of public spaces. During flu season especially be mindful of high traffic areas and frequently touched surfaces. Large crowds can often carry the potential for spreading germs. If you are feeling at all unwell, it is best to stay home and rest. Viruses spread very quickly through droplets of saliva and mucus. They can also live on surfaces so be sure to sanitize frequently touched items such as door knobs and light switches. These are just a few helpful tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to your community. 25
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It’s a Beautiful Day For Golf Spring is upon us, it’s time to learn about the history of the top golf courses in the area.
With beautiful spring weather upon us it is important to get outside and stay active. Golfing is one of the most popular spring sports. Here in and around Bowie, we are lucky to have such amazing courses. Read on to learn more about their interesting histories.
The Country Club at Woodmoore 12320 Pleasant Prospect in Mitchellville 301-249-6100 CCWoodmore.com The Country Club at Woodmore began its storied history in 1923 as Beaver Dam Golf and Country Club course on Landover Road. It was one of over 200 courses designed by Donald Ross, the noted golf architect. The course opened for play on August 16, 1923 as a par 72, 6,775-yard layout from the blue tees. In 1941 the club was bought and re-named Prince George’s Country Club. “Old P.G.,” as it was known to many members and friends, was host to a number of championship events,
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including the National Capital Open in 1947 and 1948. Lloyd Mangrum won this event in 1947, and Skip Alexander won it in 1948. The U.S. Women’s Open Championship, also hosted by Old P.G., and was won by Louise Suggs in 1949 when she defeated Babe Didrikson; both of whom are founding members of the LPGA. In 1979, the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission purchased the golf course and its facilities for use as a recreational area for the county. The club then moved to its current location at the corner of Enterprise and Woodmore Roads in Mitchellville, Maryland. The new
course, designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay, for the new Prince George’s Country Club opened for play in 1981, as a par 72, 7,059-yard course from the championship tees. At its current location, it has hosted championship events such as the Maryland State Open in 1992, which was won by amateur and then Club member Del Ponchock in a playoff over Glen Barrett and the Club’s head golf professional at that time, Larry Ringer. Numerous other prestigious events have been played on the course, such as the Women’s Eastern Open, the U.S. Amateur Qualifier, the Maryland Women’s Amateur, and the Kemper Open Qualifier on a number of occasions. In February of 1993, the Club changed its name to “The Country Club at Woodmore” to align itself more with the growth of the community surrounding the course.
Bowie Golf Club 7420 Laurel Bowie Rd in Bowie (301) 262-8141 BowieGolf.com
the 1700’s this land was a 600-acre horse farm called “Peachtree Estates”. Over the next 100 years, into the 1800’s, family and relatives split up the land and sold the vast majority into farms.In the late 1800’s approximately 175-acres was owned by the Maenner Family who farmed the land. Many of their son’s and daughters were born in the masonry farmhouse built in 1727 and is listed on the Historic Roles within the State. Around 1957, 134-acres was sold to Doug Smiley and his group of investors. They proceeded to develop a golf course on this land and in 1959 opened the course
called “Belair Golf & Country Club”. In 1974, United Investors Inc. purchased the course for a real estate investment. They made little improvements to the course itself, but did make changes, to the Historic House by adding two additions for a pro shop and a snack bar. In July 1981 the City of Bowie was looking for an outside group to lease the Belair Golf & Country Club and make major improvements to the facility. After all the proposals were submitted and evaluated, the present corporation and management have been in place since October 1, 1981. The name was changed to Bowie Golf & Country Club in 1982.
Oak Creek Golf Club 600 Bowieville Manor Ln in Upper Marlboro 301.249.0809 GolfOakCreek.com Nestled in the shadows of our Nation’s Capital, this Ault Clark masterpiece is the jewel of the Oak Creek community. Nearing 7,000 yards from the championship tees, our
18-hole championship course is now open and was designed to beckon the experienced and novice golfer alike. Oak Creek, with its winding fairways, lined by age old oak trees boasts a luxurious pro shop and The Grove restaurant, which provides for all your golfing needs while offering the perfect venue for post-golf celebrating. Whether you want to host the family reunion or the annual fraternity golf outing, Oak Creek is the place everyone will want to be. 27
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Great Tips for A Clean Home
The time for Spring Cleaning is upon is! Here are a few great tips to add to your cleaning routine:
Always Clean From Top to Bottom – When you start cleaning from the top of the room, whether it is the fan or the highest shelves or cabinets you are doing yourself a favor. The dust will fall to the floor where you can pick it up with a vacuum rather than having to continuously redo the floors while cleaning.
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Dust Your Ceiling Fan With A Pillow Case – While you are up there cleaning the tops of cabinets or shelves, you do not want to forget your ceiling fan. Keeping your fan clean can be an annoyance, but it a clean fan helps minimize the spread of dust and grime around the room. I When you keep your fan dustfree, it can also help with indoor allergies. One of the best tips we’ve read is to use a pillowcase to dust! Place the pillowcase all the way over the blades of the fan and then pull towards you. Most of the dust should fall directly into the pillowcase leaving you less to clean up on the floor.
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Remove Stains With the Power of The Sun – Harsh chemicals can be so abrasive and sometimes they aren’t even strong enough to clear the toughest of stains. For example, on your reusable plastic containers food like tomato sauce can often leave behind a colored stain. Place in the sun to lighten the discoloration. This also works especially well with stained baby and kid clothes. Once they are washed, set them out to dry in the sun. Like magic the stains will disappear.
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Remove Pet Hair From Furniture with a Glove – We all love our fur babies, but some shed much more than others. A strong pet vac can help keep up with the hair on the ground, but swipe a damp rubber glove across your sofa and you will be pleasantly surprised to see the hair come up easily. It is a quick and easy fix.
Don’t Forget Your Magic Eraser – When I was in high school, I had fresh white adidas shoes. I did my best to keep them absolutely flawless, but it was hard because I wore them to school every day. My mom supplied me with magic erasers to help keep my shoes clean and fresh. Today, I still use my magic erasers for most household cleaning projects especially when scrubbing the bathtub.
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Keep Your Laundry Smelling Fresh – Clothes that had been left in the laundry bin or in the washer may develop a mildew odor. The easiest way to keep them fresh is to throw in a cup of white vinegar when you wash or rewash to neutralize the smells. You can then run the load one more time with detergent to ensure a fresh-smelling load of wash.
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Triple Berry Kiwi Smoothie If you are looking for ways to boost your immunity, enjoy sipping on this quick, easy, and delicious Triple Berry Kiwi Smoothie. Kiwi has over 100% of the recommended daily value of vitamin C, making it the perfect base for this immunity-boosting smoothie. Add some strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and orange juice, and you have yourself a treat.
INGREDIENTS 1 cup frozen strawberries 3/4 cup frozen raspberries 1/2 cup frozen blueberries 2 kiwifruit peeled and sliced 1 cup orange juice
INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the frozen berries in the blender and let them thaw for about 10 minutes. 2. Add the kiwifruit and the orange juice and blend on high until smooth. 3. Top with more kiwi or berries if desired. 4. You can double or triple the recipe if you are making smoothies for the whole family.
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