Upcoming Events
Thurs., Sept. 17; 6 p.m. "Under the Tuscan Sun" Wine Dinner by Chef's Expressions at Gramercy. Call 410-561-2433 for reservations or click here.
Wed., Sept. 23; 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. "Networking and Say Cheese" Night - ROMG Chamber of Commerce, Carriage House at Gramercy. $25/member, $30/guest. Call 410-702-7073 Thurs., Oct. 1; 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Open House and Wine & Cheese Reception. At Gramercy Mansion; proceeds benefit Carroll Museums. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Call 410-605-2964 or click here to purchase tickets.
Tues., Oct. 6; 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mid Atlantic Networking Expo at Gramercy. Free for members of Mid Atlantic Networking. Click here for details.
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Procrastinator's
Delight!
Is your wife's birthday tomorrow and you completely forgot? Need to get away for a relaxing evening before the kids drive you crazy? Have we got a deal for you!
Book any available room 24 hours or less in advance and save 50% on our regular rates for a mid-week stay or save 30% for a weekend stay (Fri. or Sat.)!
Choose a room or suite at Gramercy or 1840s Carrollton Inn. This special cannot be combined with any others. But a night at Gramercy or the Inn for less than $100? You can't beat that!
Click here to check our availability and book now! Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often! You never know when you'll be struck with the urge to getaway!
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Employee Spotlight
Congratulations to long-time employee Francisco Gonzalez and his family. After receiving his U.S. citizenship and applying for and receiving visas for his family to join him in the U.S., his wife and children will be moving to the area this month! We are excited to welcome them and anticipate their bright future in America!
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Loss of a dear friend
It is with sadness that we reflect on the life and work of Arthur Remanjon, a respected and incredibly talented wedding photographer we have had the pleasure of working with on many occasions. Arthur died last Wednesday in a motorcycle accident. He leaves behind many friends and colleagues in the event community and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Arthur's loved ones.
Click here for an article about Arthur published in last week's Baltimore Sun.
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It's that time of year again - the kids are back to school, we're all back to work, playing catch-up after summer vacations. The days are shorter, and the nights are cool and refreshing. There is so much to love about this time of year!
Looking forward to an autumn escape? The fall foliage flames to life in vivid color at Gramercy toward the end of October. While Saturdays are booked solid with private parties and overnight guests, week days still look peacefully perfect for a retreat! Put in for a few days off and plan your mid-week fall getaway now! Stay with us in October and enjoy fresh-baked pumpkin bread and warm apple cider in your room upon arrival along with a copy of our Greenspring Valley driving tour and map of Gramercy's walking trails - enjoy the crisp autumn weather and fall foliage in the valley!
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Autumn Gardens & Open House
Bernardino, our hard-working gardener, has been busy under Anne's guidance and watchful eye this summer. A gorgeous landscaped walking trail stretches from the shade garden by the first floor Tudor Room, behind the swimming pool, to the lower garden. Enjoy a stroll during your next visit an admire the late summer blooms! Have a group you would love to share our gardens with? House & garden tours are available for groups of 12 or more by reservation ($10 per person). Call 410-486-2405 for details and availability. Or, join us for a fall Open House and wine & cheese reception benefiting the Carroll Museums at Gramercy Mansion on Thursday, October 1, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Guests can enjoy the antique-filled rooms and
stroll through the extensive gardens. Unique gifts will be available for
bidding in a Silent Auction
as well as a 50/50 Raffle. All proceeds benefit the educational
programs and restoration efforts of Carroll Museums. Advance Tickets:
$20/person. At the Door: $25/person. Click here for details and to purchase your tickets!
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September Wine Dinner
by Chef's Expressions
 Under the Tuscan Sun Thursday, Sept. 17th, 6:00 p.m.
Late Summer Italian cuisine matched with an amazing array of Tuscan wines at Gramercy Mansion!
Each month, Chef's Expressions donates a portion of wine sales proceeds to a local charity. This month, support the Maryland Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
$99.95 plus tax and gratuity.
Click here for a complete menu and to register online!
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September featured package... Horseback Riding Adventure
In the mood for adventure? As the summer heat makes way for crisp autumn days, it's a perfect time to appreciate Maryland's scenic countryside. Make your stay at Gramercy
unforgettable  by traversing the trails of Patapsco State Park on horseback! Tie
up your horse at the hitching posts at
Woodstock Inn and enjoy
lunch on us! (Your choice of soup or salad, sandwich & fountain soda.) Jump
back on your horse for a ride back to
Misty Manor Riding Stable
to conclude a truly memorable day. The Wild West Horseback Riding Adventure
will take about 3 1/2 - 4 hours. Riding experience and equipment not required.
By reservation only, 48 hour advance notice required.
Cost of package in addition to room
rate: $175 per person.
Click here for availability and reservations.
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September Rooms of the Month Gramercy Mansion
Tower Room - $175! Stay
with us in the  Tower Room mid-week during September and save $100! With a four-poster king bed
and spacious bath with one of our largest double
whirlpool tubs and separate shower, this
Italian Renaissance retreat is a guest favorite! Regular rate: $275; September
Mid-Week Rate:
$175. Special
available for Sunday - Thursday reservations
only.
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| Recipe of the Month:
That's right! It's time again for a guest favorite...
Bill's Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients:
-3/4 cup sugar
-1/2 cup oil
-1 cup pumpkin (canned)
-2 eggs, beaten
-1 pkg. Crown Spice
-1 3/4 cup flour
-1/2 tsp. baking powder
-1/2 cup walnuts (cut up)
-1 tsp. rum extract (vanilla can be substituted)
-1 tsp. baking soda
-1 tsp. salt
-1/3 cup water
Directions:
Cream sugar and oil. Add eggs, water, pumpkin, rum extract, and mix well. Add Crown Spice and mix well. Combine in another bowl flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Mix dry ingredients, a little at a time, into wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition. Stir in nuts. Pour into 9x5 greased and floured bread pan. Grease only bottom of pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Recipe can be double for 2 pans. Recipe can be baked in mini-loaf pans for gifts. Baking time will vary 30-40 minutes. BREAD IS BETTER IF BAKED THE DAY BEFORE SERVING BECAUSE THE SPICE FLAVOR DEVELOPS FURTHER.
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Just the thought of warming my
toes by a fireplace with a cup of hot cider and a slice of Bill's pumpkin bread gives me a warm, fuzzy
feeling. Bring on the fall! Hope you can spend some time with us this month!
Sincerely, |
Jennifer & staff of Gramercy Mansion
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