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Do This Before You Go on Vacation | Sail250 | Avoid Invasive Plant Species | 4th of July Events | Borrow a Book

Happy June! I hope a well-deserved vacation is in your future. Before you head out, review the checklist below to keep your home secure while you are away.  There are a lot of good reasons to get outside this month. The United States of America is celebrating 250 years, and the city is marking it wi

Rowhouse Garden Inspo | Have You Tried These Decluttering Methods? | Get Seasonal Allergies Under Control | Garden Events

After months of grey skies and cold mornings, spring is finally here! Which means weeks of unpredictable weather bouncing between cool breezes, warm sunshine, rainy afternoons, and brilliant blue skies ahead. But after the freeze this winter, I'll take it! Attention: Rowhome OwnersEver stare at your

Rain Barrels and Compost Bins: Your Spring Sustainability Upgrade (and Where to Get Them Locally)

Spring is the perfect time to think about working with nature rather than against it — and two of the simplest tools for doing that are a rain barrel and a compost bin. Better yet, if you live in Baltimore, Howard, or Harford County, your local government is making it easier (and cheaper) than ever

Save on Next Year's Taxes With This Home Improvement | Spring Home Maintenance and Gardening Tips

The Tax Man Cometh and "returneth" next year! If you're interested in qualifying for a tax credit up to $3,200 on next year's taxes, see the link below on Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit. If you're making updates to your home, you might as well see if you can get the tax credit while improv