New Year’s Eve Traditions Around the World (and How We Celebrate Closer to Home) As the clock counts down to midnight, people across the globe welcome the New Year with traditions that are rich in history, symbolism, and a shared sense of hope. Some rituals are joyful, some reflective, and some—especially in ancient times—were a
The best restaurants for 2025 according to the New York Times include one in Maryland and 2 in Washington DC. The Washingtonian magazine also recognized the top restaurants around there region – and Maryland’s restaurants were on the list! Is there a night this week that you want to fill with a special dinner? Not
The holiday season has officially started in the Washington DC area and here are a few classic ways to celebrate with family and a few thousand of your closest new friends. Maybe I will see you at one of these! Sculpture Garden Ice Rink. Attention all ice-skaters: The Sculpture Garden Ice Rink is back at the National
Martha Stewart’s Christmas letter to Erma Bombeck and Erma’s response. Hi Erma, This perfectly delightful note is being sent on paper I made myself to tell you what I have been up to. Since it snowed last night, I got up early and made a sled with old barn wood and a glue gun. I
The top Christmas markets around the DMV are getting ready to open soon! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanza or Hanukkah, Festus or Ramadan, I am sure that there will be unique gifts that you will fall in love with for giving throughout 2026! DOWNTOWN DC HOLIDAY MARKET The DowntownDC Holiday Market takes place this year
Downsizing doesn’t mean downgrading—especially at Whitehall, where timeless design, lush surroundings, and urban convenience come together in a package that’s both practical and refined. For retirees and empty nesters ready to simplify without sacrificing quality, Whitehall offers a graceful transition into a lifestyle of ease and understated luxury. The Whitehall Condos are composed of two
Halloween movies perfect for a family evening might be a good alternative to having your children wandering around the neighborhood in the dark and cold! Check out some of these films and suggest that your family host a movie night, complete with scary snacks and drinks worthy of Martha Stewart! Here are 10 family-friendly Halloween
Halloween Events around DC range from trick or treating at historic sites to pumpkin carving to movies at National Harbor. My top 5 Halloween events around DC (plus a few!) have something for everyone. Halloween Glow in the Park Where: Adventure Park at Sandy Spring | Sandy Spring, MD When: Weekends, October 17 – November
Downsizing with ease is certainly the goal as you plan a major lifestyle change – but can it be done? YES!!! Whether you’re retiring, embracing a simpler lifestyle, or transitioning to a more walkable community like Sumner Village, downsizing in the DC Metro area can be both liberating and overwhelming. As a local real estate
Downsizing in Bethesda creates so many emotions in longtime residents. For many longtime Bethesda homeowners, the decision to downsize isn’t just about space — it’s about navigating a new chapter. One shaped by changing priorities, evolving lifestyles, and the realities of today’s market. Whether you’ve raised a family in a Woodacres colonial, spent decades in
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