Steps and Shadows

Taken on the steps of Alumni Hall, McDaniel College

A View from Dutterer Family Park

Sky Watch Friday: Sometimes It Looked Like Spilt Milk...

I love looking for interesting shapes in the clouds.

Cardinal

This cardinal was enjoying the view from a swing set at Friendship Valley Elementary. There is a bird feeder nearby, so I believe he is a frequent visitor to the playground.

Old Fire House

This bell tower belongs to the old firehouse on Main Street. I was curious if I could go up in the bell tower, I thought there would be a great view of Westminster from there. On Saturday I went into the building and up two stories but then got spooked and didn't go further. I called the company that now leases offices in this building, but only found out that although the building is privately owned, the bell tower is still under the jurisdiction of the City of Westminster (according to the person I talked to) So now I need to investigate this further.

Kelly Miller Circus

Today the Kelly Miller Circus was in town for one day only.

Dutterer Family Park

We have a lot of great parks in Wesminster with playgrounds, ball fields, walking trails, and picnic areas.

Memorial Day Parade

View of the boy scouts marching in Westminster's Memorial Day Parade on Main Street.

Carnival Season is Here!

The first week of carnival season is off to a good start at Gamber's annual Firemen's Carnival.

Sky Watch Friday: Grace Lutheran Church

A beautiful clear day at Grace Lutheran Church on Carroll Street. (This photo was actually taken on Palm Sunday.)

Unusual Architectural Element

This building is on Green Street, and serves as some type of automotive service place. It definitely stands out when you drive by.

Sky Watch Friday: Gonna Find a Rainbow

We've been having a lot of rain here lately. Here's a happy side effect.

Railroad Bridge

This is another scene taken on Route 27 a bit south of Westminster's main street. Maybe some day I'll drive under there and see what is on the other side. It is a private farm, I believe. This picture reminds me of Carroll County's rural past. There are many remnants of that past still here, and there are still working farms surviving, but as more and more new construction takes place, I wonder how long that will continue to be true, and where I'd have to move in order to live in a less developed area.

Framed Farmette

This farm is located on Route 27, heading south from Westminster. It is such a beautiful scene, nestled in between some hills. It always catches my attention when I drive by it.

Skywatch Friday: Clouds for Miles

I felt like I was out West this day, when the clouds stretched for miles!

Sweet Green Grass

Sunny Rainbow Days

Clover

Red Buds Against a Blue Sky

Spring is Here!

I love this white crocus surrounded by green and the left-over, brown leaves of fall and winter. Spring is here!

View From the Park

I believe this church is called the First Church of God of Westminster. It is located near the City Park, and is bright red! I'll have to get a close up view next time.

Another Sign of Spring

The daffodils are up higher each day. I can't wait for spring to be here to stay!

No Skating?

I'm not sure how necessary this sign is when there is no ice in sight.

Westminster Community Pond

The ducks are enjoying the warm weather here in Westminster, Maryland.

Signs of Spring

On Monday we had six inches of snow, and Saturday it was in the seventies. Maybe spring is here?

County Office Building at Night

A Walk in the Snow

The End of a Snowman

We made these mini snowmen on Sunday. Here the snowmen are beginning to melt. Little did we know that we'd get 6 more inches that night. We thought it was our last chance to make a snowman.

What's Playing

A glimpse of what's playing in Westminster, Maryland right now. What's playing where you live?

March 1, 2009 Theme Day - Glass

It is theme day at the City Daily Photo Blog Site.
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This is a reflected view of Baker Memorial Chapel in my car windshield. Baker Memorial Chapel is located on the campus of McDaniel College (formerly known as Western Maryland College).

Wet Main Street

This intersection is Main Street and Railroad Avenue on a wet day.

A Building on the Corner of Green and Center

Window

This window is in the Alumni Hall building at McDaniel College.

Aloha!

The snow reminds us that it will be a little bit longer before we can visit this snowball stand at Baugher's restaurant for a refreshing snowball.

Dancing in the Snow

McDaniel College in the Snow

Cigar Shop on Main Street

In some ways it is hard to believe that this iconic figure is still being used to promote the sale of cigars in the year 2009.

Sky Watch Friday

Because the sun sets about the time I am heading home from work, I see a lot of beautiful sunsets. This one was taken out of the car window at the intersection of 140 and Hook Road.

View From the Top of Green Street

Flowers on Their Way

We have been having weird weather, warm and cold back and forth. The bulbs think it is time to start peeking out.

Trees, Lines, and Shadows

A Variety of Trees and Plants

Snow Fall

Here is another night snow shot from Valentine's Day night.

Tree in Snow

It was relatively warm during the day today, so I was surprised when I noticed it was snowing. I noticed it around 5:30 or so, but as the night wore on it was really coming down hard, with big beautiful flakes.

Sweet Treats

The Chocolate Connection is the place to get homemade chocolates for your sweetie today!