Marylanders --anyone from Baltimore, Bethesda, Potomac, D.C?

[HelenLCSW]

We will be moving to TV in January from Miami but we are originally from Maryland --

[dugg52]

Hi Helen,

Welcome to The Villages. We purchased a home in the Village of Tall Trees last October. We still live in Ellicott City, MD and only visit our Villages home six weeks a year. We will be moving down full time when I retire in about five years.

You have made a wise dicession. The Villages is the best place in the world to retire.

Be sure to find out about the Maryland Club when you arrive. Great bunch of people and lots of fun.

Best wishes,
Doug and Laurel
:welcome:

[John_W]

I was born in Baltimore but raised in St. Petersburg, my dad hated the cold weather so we moved down in 1959 when I was in the 4th grade. I went on to live six years in Pensacola, really nice area, and ten years in Savannah. However, I moved back to Baltimore in 1989, so I lived the last 22 years there. We closed on a courtyard villa in Tamarind Grove on July 5th, and we're here full time.

[jimmemac]

From Havre de Grace-bought in Buttonwood in August-will see my house for the first time on Thursday.I will retire in June and see more of the villages then.

[HelenLCSW]

oh, so good to hear from all of you -- didn't know there was a Maryland club -- didn't see it listed -- but will certainly look for it once we are in TV

[KEVIN & JOSIE]

We were born and lived our first 42 years in Baltimore. Moved to New Freedom Pa in 2000. Just retired last year and working towards a move full time in The Villages. Cannot wait! Maybe we'll bring some Old Bay steamed crabs with us and have a Baltimore reunion.:cold:

[Challenger]

Baltimore first 20- Harford county 10- Northern Va 4- Hagerstown 31- here for two months. Wife and I grew up in Hamilton Area of Balto

[OCsun]

My husband and I were both born and raised in Baltimore County. We moved to Harford County 36 years ago and are moving to TV in December. Since we are keeping our Ocean City Condo, we plan on spending our summers there. We are very busy these days packing and cleaning out our house in preparation for our big move. As much as I will miss Maryland Crab Cakes I can't wait to get to The Villages. :a040:

[buggyone]

Grew up in Silver Spring and graduated from Northwood. After the Army and college, I returned to Silver Spring with my wife and lived there for the next 38 years. We moved to The Villages about 2 years ago and live in Glenbrook.

Always glad to meet Marylanders.

[HelenLCSW]

We HAVE to have a crab cake feast --Maryland style!

[John_W]

...As much as I will miss Maryland Crab Cakes I can't wait to get to The Villages. :a040:

We had crab cakes today, along with cole slaw, baked beans and sliced tomatoes. All the stores here carry Phillips Crab Cakes. We found them the other day at Publix buy one get one free, so we picked up four boxes. As far as steamed crabs that's a different story. We're going over to New Smyrna Beach on Thursday to a seafood restaurant that is suppose to have them.

[momesu]

Most who have responded here seem to be from Baltimore area. I moved into TV yesterday from upper Montgomery County. I'm native to MI but moved to MD in 1977 and that is where I raised my family so I guess I would say it was home until yesterday. I can't wait to begin exploring TV and all it has to offer and I also did not realize there was a MD club. I hope I can find more information on it.
Suzanne

[elevatorman]

Most who have responded here seem to be from Baltimore area. I moved into TV yesterday from upper Montgomery County. I'm native to MI but moved to MD in 1977 and that is where I raised my family so I guess I would say it was home until yesterday. I can't wait to begin exploring TV and all it has to offer and I also did not realize there was a MD club. I hope I can find more information on it.
Suzanne

Poolesville here. I too miss the crabs and crab cakes. Don't miss the red light and speed cameras a bit.

[Baltimore Guy]

Dundalk,MD. for first 58 years, the Villages for the rest of my life. Baltimore Guy:coolsmiley:

[buggyone]

Baltimore Guy -

Did you know that Dundalk was always known for having the most beautiful girls in Maryland?

[OCsun]

Dundalk,MD. for first 58 years, the Villages for the rest of my life. Baltimore Guy:coolsmiley:

Baltimore Guy,

Where in Dundalk did you live / go to school? My husband graduated from Sparrows Point High 1964 and I graduated from Patapsco High 1967. :coolsmiley:

[KEVIN & JOSIE]

Dundalk,MD. for first 58 years, the Villages for the rest of my life. Baltimore Guy:coolsmiley:

Hey Baltimore Guy, don't you miss Captain Harvey subs , Squires, and taking a ride "Down the Point" hun?:popcorn:

[Baltimore Guy]

I went to Dundalk High then in the navy, what I miss the most are the Baltimore Colts and blue crabs.:beer3:

[John_W]

OCsun Hi, ...Worked at Lever Bros 37 years, ow its time for living in a wonderful place like this.

My favorite uncle retired from Lever Bros., he was a mechanic on the machinery, his last name was Subotich.

...My husband graduated from Sparrows Point High 1964 and I graduated from Patapsco High 1967

My wife graduated from Mergenthaler High in '61. I went to Perry Hall Elementary first grade the year it opened in 1956 but later moved to Florida and graduated from St. Petersburg High 1968.

[HelenLCSW]

Baltimore Guy -

Did you know that Dundalk was always known for having the most beautiful girls in Maryland?

Unfortunately I am not from Dundalk -- bummer!--Park Heights, Forest Park, etc.

[HelenLCSW]

Most who have responded here seem to be from Baltimore area. I moved into TV yesterday from upper Montgomery County. I'm native to MI but moved to MD in 1977 and that is where I raised my family so I guess I would say it was home until yesterday. I can't wait to begin exploring TV and all it has to offer and I also did not realize there was a MD club. I hope I can find more information on it.
Suzanne

where in Montgomery County -- that's where I lived last

[momesu]

where in Montgomery County -- that's where I lived last

Upper MoCo. Germantown. Where did you live?

Suzanne

[Baltimore Guy]

IF HIS FIRST WAS Larry Subotich :pepper2::MOJE_whot:I knew him and he was a Baltimor Colts fan like me.

[John_W]

IF HIS FIRST WAS Larry Subotich :pepper2::MOJE_whot:I knew him and he was a Baltimor Colts fan like me.

That was him, unfortunately he passed away about ten years ago. His wife Dookie we use to talk with every week until moving here in July, she is doing fine.

[Challenger]

Grew up in Hamilton . Lived about two blocks from Arty Donovan and would often see him in the various neighborhood stores. Often bowled next to Marchetti , Mattie and other Colts at Colt Lanes Timonium . Spent a lot of evenings at Ameches on Taylor and Loch Raven

Jim Parker was a customer of mine at a small bank at Fayette and St. Paul.Used to see Billy Ray Smith and Raymond Berry at Md National Guard Units.

Different kind of guys in th "old Days" They were more like the working guys next door.

[blue72]

Hi Guys,
I worked in Charm City from 1975-1978 BPD Western District. Lived on Libery Road just outside the city. I saw the Colts in the Inner Harbor while working the festivals in the summers. They used to have a stand serving sandwiches. Great bunch of guys.
We live in Cape Coral Fl and will be up for the Thankgiving weekend. We bought a home in Santa Domingo this past March and get up to TV once in a while.
JohnW, thanks for all the info on your new golf cart. I am going to purchase one and your information helped me make my decision where to buy, THANKS!!!!!!
I hope to meet many of you guys when we are up in TV for longer stays, until then be well and best wishes.
Ira

[KEVIN & JOSIE]

I thought some of you from Baltimore would enjoy this article. Thanks:wave:

http://www.eons.com/groups/topic/1511247-You-must-have-grown-up-in-Balti-if-you-remember-

[newvillagegirl]

I was born in Baltimore County pronounced Baldimore as opposed to Balmore City.

Lived in Howard Country for the last 15 years before coming to the Villages a few months ago. As luck would have it our friends from Ellicott City are moving here this week.

So now you have four more for the crab feast!!!

I agree with those above that the Maryland Club is a great place to get your crab and Old Bay fix.

:wave:

[OCsun]

I thought some of you from Baltimore would enjoy this article. Thanks:wave:

http://www.eons.com/groups/topic/1511247-You-must-have-grown-up-in-Balti-if-you-remember-

Thanks for the memories! I still go downey ocean each summer. :mademyday:

[momesu]

Any one going to miss being in MD tomorrow........ http://www.cosgan.de/images/midi/verschiedene/r067.gif

Suzanne

[Maryland Girl]

Grew up in Baltimore City and graduated from Western High School when it was all girls and located on Howard Street. Married a super guy I met at the Univ. of MD and lived and taught in Anne Arundel County for 35 years. Moved to the Village of Bridgeport-Edgewater Bungalows-September 25 of this year. I'll miss steamed blue crabs, crab cakes and trips to the Eastern Shore and Ocean City. Having said that, I can say that while I don't particularly like Florida, I LOVE the TV! :wave:

[HelenLCSW]

Grew up in Baltimore City and graduated from Western High School when it was all girls and located on Howard Street. Married a super guy I met at the Univ. of MD and lived and taught in Anne Arundel County for 35 years. Moved to the Village of Bridgeport-Edgewater Bungalows-September 25 of this year. I'll miss steamed blue crabs, crab cakes and trips to the Eastern Shore and Ocean City. Having said that, I can say that while I don't particularly like Florida, I LOVE the TV! :wave:

I went to Western when it was an all girls school too! I don't remember it being on Howard Street. I think I must have been before your time.

[HelenLCSW]

Upper MoCo. Germantown. Where did you live?

Suzanne

Bethesda and Potomac

[jimmemac]

Where and when does the Maryland club meet? Would love to join when I get down there this summer-and I surely will need a crab fix!!!

[villages07]

First Wednesday of every month, 7pm, Laurel Manor.

Here's their website:

http://mddedcclub.bravehost.com/

[KEVIN & JOSIE]

Thanks for the memories! I still go downey ocean each summer. :mademyday:

You're welcome. Hope you enjoyed.:cold::cold::cold::cold:

[jimmemac]

First Wednesday of every month, 7pm, Laurel Manor.

Here's their website:

http://mddedcclub.bravehost.com/

Thank you!!!

[Radioman41]

We are from Rockville, MD and will close on a patio villa 2-22-12. We plan to be part time residents for now. We will plan to attend the March Maryland club meeting.
Dick & Roz

[Tootsie's Mom]

My husband and I live in Pasadena, MD, sits between Baltimore and Annpolis. We are closing on our CYV in Belvedere on May 9th. We are really looking forward to our lifestyle change!

Roy and Bobbie

[tghoul]

Grew up in Hamilton . Lived about two blocks from Arty Donovan and would often see him in the various neighborhood stores. Often bowled next to Marchetti , Mattie and other Colts at Colt Lanes Timonium . Spent a lot of evenings at Ameches on Taylor and Loch Raven

Jim Parker was a customer of mine at a small bank at Fayette and St. Paul.Used to see Billy Ray Smith and Raymond Berry at Md National Guard Units.

Different kind of guys in th "old Days" They were more like the working guys next door.

Lived in Parkville (Class 1965) but I worked one summer for the Arcade Pharmacy in Hamilton. I also remember Ameches and Ginos

[pookieroo]

Silver Spring, Riverdale, Hyattsville, College Park, Severna Park, Annapolis, Arnold, Davidsonville. 1968 through 1998.

[carmanfl1]

Welcome!! We have been here since Jan 1997. Moved from Bel Air, MD in Harford County. Recommend joining the Maryland Club, which is now called the Mid Atlantic Club for folks from MD, DC, VA and DE. You made a good decision coming to TV. Nothing like it anywhere.

[BobnBev]

My husband and I were both born and raised in Baltimore County. We moved to Harford County 36 years ago and are moving to TV in December. Since we are keeping our Ocean City Condo, we plan on spending our summers there. We are very busy these days packing and cleaning out our house in preparation for our big move. As much as I will miss Maryland Crab Cakes I can't wait to get to The Villages. :a040:

GOOD NEWS!!!!!
You won't have to miss MD crab cakes. They have them here in one of the
Country Clubs, Hacienda Hills,, if I remember.
My wife is from Bel Air and she says they are the best.:BigApplause:

[PugLover]

My husband and I are from Burtonsville, MD. We have a home in the Village of St James.

[alwann]

Born & raised in Balmur. Lived 30 years in Columbia before retiring to Ocean City. Grew to hate the winters there. I can remember when Memorial Day meant hot weather at the beach. Now it's still cold in July. Calling Gilchrist my home now, for good.

I think it's the Delmarva club that another poster referred to, not exclusive to Marylanders. FYI, there are active Ravens and Redskins groups here too.

Bring your Old Bay seasonlng. You'll probably want to take it with you to any local restaurant offering crab cakes. Local chefs don't know what it is.

[buggyone]

My husband and I are from Burtonsville, MD. We have a home in the Village of St James.

We lived in the White Oak area for 22 years (Colesville Rd & New Hampshire Ave) and now live in the Village of Glenbrook.

[Wyeanni]

We are Anni and Jeff origionally from Huntington Beach Ca. We spent the last 25 years in Queenstown, Md on the Delmarva. Bought our home in Fernandina in Jan and will make it permanent in August. Looking forwardto meeting everyone.

[manaboutown]

GOOD NEWS!!!!!
You won't have to miss MD crab cakes. They have them here in one of the
Country Clubs, Hacienda Hills,, if I remember.
My wife is from Bel Air and she says they are the best.:BigApplause:

Thank you for this. Maryland crab cakes are the best!

[Bizdoc]

Buggyone

My DW went to Regina and lived in Rockville most of the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. Her parents lived in Hillandale.

[Challenger]

Lived in Parkville (Class 1965) but I worked one summer for the Arcade Pharmacy in Hamilton. I also remember Ameches and Ginos

wife and I both lived just off Harford Road south of Northern Pky. Attended and were married in Hiss Methodist Church .

[John_W]

wife and I both lived just off Harford Road south of Northern Pky. Attended and were married in Hiss Methodist Church .

There use to be a Crown station on that corner. My dentist in the late 80's early 90's was next to the station. Dr. Sandy Cook, the singing dentist. I've got about a dozen crowns courtesy of him. He was the dentist that use to have commercials on TV where he was playing his guitar and singing. Told great stories about his airplane and flying down to Myrtle Beach every chance he had. Unfortunately his fast lifestyle caught with him, I think he was busted for cocaine and never heard anymore about him.

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[Rango]

grew up in Silver Spring. Graduated from Peary HS in Rockville.

[Sunshine Shelly]

My husband and I were born and raised in Baltimore County (me) and Baltimore City (him). We settled on our house in Fernandina last year and visit as often as possible. We've heard about the crab cakes at Hacienda- during the Ravens game. So glad we'll still have access to great crab cakes. By the way, Gino's is back in Baltimore County- good but not quite as good as the original I remember. Avid Ravens fans - look for the house with the Ravens sign post! Can't wait to get to TV full time!

[John_W]

My husband and I were born and raised in Baltimore County (me) and Baltimore City (him). We settled on our house in Fernandina last year and visit as often as possible. We've heard about the crab cakes at Hacienda- during the Ravens game. So glad we'll still have access to great crab cakes. By the way, Gino's is back in Baltimore County- good but not quite as good as the original I remember. Avid Ravens fans - look for the house with the Ravens sign post! Can't wait to get to TV full time!

When we first moved here in 2011 I heard Hacienda Hills was the watching spot for the Ravens and about the crab cakes. I never went since I have NFL Sunday Ticket and watch ever Ravens game at home. However, we went to Hacienda Hills for a Crab Feast Oct of 2012 and I had heard the manager that put that together had moved out of the area.

The last info I've heard was that the manager at Beef O'Brady's at Mulberry was a big Ravens fan and served crab cakes when the Ravens played and a lot of fans went there. However, I've never gone during a game. In the south area, O'Sheas across from Brownwood had a complete Ravens Room set up for the games, but unfortunately they went out of business about six months ago. I was told last season by a bartender at Sonny's that many Ravens fans go to Gators Dockside at Spanish Springs for the games.

[Sunshine Shelly]

Thanks John. So, NFL Sunday Ticket is a must!

[John_W]

Thanks John. So, NFL Sunday Ticket is a must!

Yes, you'll need Directv for NFL Sunday Ticket. In fact we dropped Comcast for Directv while back in Harford County in 2008 and when we moved we just brought our two boxes with us. If you do that they'll give you some discounts when they hook your system back up in Florida. Otherwise, the local games are the Jaguars and Buccaneers, not exactly excitement, plus I've never missed a Ravens game.

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[zebramochaman]

Moving to Alhambra in June from Damascus, MD

[FireOnWindCSR]

I'm still back and forth from St Mary's County. I've met a great number of Marylanders here in TV. I'm 6 mo on, 6 mo off.... Enjoying!

[BobnBev]

My husband and I were both born and raised in Baltimore County. We moved to Harford County 36 years ago and are moving to TV in December. Since we are keeping our Ocean City Condo, we plan on spending our summers there. We are very busy these days packing and cleaning out our house in preparation for our big move. As much as I will miss Maryland Crab Cakes I can't wait to get to The Villages. :a040:

You won't have to miss MD crab cakes. The chef at La Hacienda is from the Eastern shore and makes terrific crab cakes. More meat than filler.

[Wyeanni]

From Queenstown Md. On the Delmarva (Eastern Shore) now in Fernandina most of the year.




Anni
Huntington Beach California (native), Queenstown Md and now The Village of Fernandina :)

[manaboutown]

I will FOREVER miss Haussner's!!!

[outdoorluver]

I was right across the river in sterling, VA. But hung out a lot with family friends in bethesda.
And rode half the C & O Cnal trail.

[Bavarian]

I'm still back and forth from St Mary's County. I've met a great number of Marylanders here in TV. I'm 6 mo on, 6 mo off.... Enjoying!

We moved down here permanently last October but still trying to sell house in Chestnut Ridge, near Redgate off of 5. Will probably go back up to the County soon and get rest of things movers would not take and try to sell lawn mower, chain saw, etc. Have to check with Council and Assembly Brothers if they want them.

Had a buyer, but then they backed out.

[Bizdoc]

DW lived in Motgomery Co much of her adult life including 20 years at Aspen Hill and Viers Mill. She worked for MoCo for over 20 years.