With summer at its peak, here are some suggestions to beat the heat in Montgomery County this summer. Enjoy the Water There are many fun water activities in and around Montgomery County. Here are some options to have some outdoor fun during the summer months: Enjoy a day at an “island resort” complete with a [...]

If you are wondering what to do with your long summer evenings, weekend, or even your vacation time this year, then take a look at these Top Virginia Wineries! Not only is a trip to wine country a great way to spend time relaxing and enjoying the good company of family, friends, or colleagues, there [...]

There has been a lot of publicity recently about how public art has the ability to help revive communities and promote unity. In Montgomery County, we have embraced this opportunity and, in this article, share the accomplishments and milestones we are already achieving through our public art. What Is It About Art That Brings People [...]

With the summer months almost upon us, we thought we would outline some of the upcoming Summer Food Festivals in Maryland. From Annapolis to Westminster, we are covering all areas in this definitive guide. The Best Maryland Summer Food Festivals Annapolis in August is home to the renowned 73rd annual Rotary Crab Feast, the largest [...]

With summer nearly upon us, you might be looking for some ideas for days out in the DMV. In this post, we share some ideas of things you can do in the area. A great day out doesn’t need to cost a lot of money, so let’s get started with three ideas for free days [...]

In this post, we give you the rundown on some of the greatest farmers markets you can go to in Montgomery County and tell you what you can find, where and when they are held, and why they are considered to be among the best farmers markets on offer. What: Bethesda Central Farm Market Where: [...]

­Mother’s Day Traditions and Celebrations throughout Montgomery County Celebrations of mothers and motherhood have been held for centuries. In fact, the ancient Greeks and Romans held festivals in honor of the mother goddess. The clearest precedent for today’s Mother’s Day celebrations can be traced to an early Christian festival called “Mothering Sunday.” In 1914, Mother’s [...]

The 2017 Holiday season is here! If you’re looking for fun activities to enjoy during the holiday season, check out these options around the area: ICE! Head over to the Gaylord National Resort and enjoy their ICE! Exhibit. Comprised of 5,000 blocks of ice, this winter wonderland weighs a total of 1.5 million pounds. Each [...]

As soon as the last Halloween costume gets stored away, many people begin preparing for the holiday season. While turkeys, jingle bells, dreidels, and eggnog are major parts of the holiday season, so too is volunteerism and giving. If you’ve never been intentional about giving during this season, there are a few ways you can [...]

Sometimes you just want to get away from it all, even for a short time. A flourishing scenic park, a comfy bench, a delicious sandwich, and an engrossing book are all the props you need for a tiny break from your reality. There are a plethora of secret hideaways in the Washington, D.C. area. Here [...]