Halloween crashes increase by 13% over other days according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data. Not surprisingly, on average, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year, according to Safe Kids Worldwide.
Luxury real estate for sale in the DMV run the gamut from the Blaine Mansion at 2000 Massachusetts Avenue to Daniel Snyder’s former home (and home to a royal queen) to an estate on land that belonged to George Washington. Luxury homes range from penthouses in Washington and Tysons Corner with incredible vistas, estates along the Potomac River, and farms in Virginia and Maryland. The choice is yours.
Pumpkin spice is here again…. and again…. and again…… Are you ready to be done with this omnipresent spice? It has been around for years! In 1798, the book, American Cookery, offered two pumpkin pie recipes, with slightly different spice variations, but featuring nutmeg, allspice, and ginger. In the 1930s McCormick’s spice company started selling premade spice blends as “pumpkin pie spice.”
Fall Festivals are just another reason to love living in Bethesda, MD. The start of fall in Bethesda MD is marked by cooler temperatures, shorter days, and the gradual transformation of the region’s abundant greenery into vibrant shades of orange, red, and yellow. This transition usually begins in late September and peaks in mid to late October. The crisp air and colorful foliage make it a perfect time to explore outdoor activities and fall festivals, which celebrate the season with food, culture, and entertainment. Here are a few fall festivals to choose from – guaranteed to please everyone!
Luxury homes in the DMV are getting more expensive and more common. In July the percentage of homes that sold in DC for more than $1 million was 35.95% of all homes sold. The numbers in Montgomery County, Arlington and Alexandria were similar.
Eco-friendly paints are a better alternative to traditional paints as many have low-to-no VOC content, minimizing toxin exposure and improving indoor and outdoor air quality. When you are moving into a new home, you really want to start out with a healthy environment! Choose one of these paints and move right in without worrying about that overwhelming new paint smell!
What are the wealthiest suburbs in the DC metro area for relocating? You won’t be surprised to find out Great Falls leads the list! But what else is on that list?
The Bethesda Farmer’s Market is a popular way to spend a Sunday morning. From fresh flowers to crisp asparagus, tart dill pickles and ripe Brie – no matter what the season, the Bethesda Farmer’s Market has delicious foods to choose from. Whether you are a native of Bethesda or you are planning to relocate to Bethesda, you should definitely visit the Bethesda Farmer’s Market.
Pandas coming to DC -again- in 2024 was the big news from the National Zoo on May 28. The Zoo’s previous pandas were returned late last year and the Panda Enclosure has been sadly empty since then.
Celebrating Memorial Day in DC is easy if you check out these fun events! If you are relocating to DC and you wonder how you will spend your time here, these are some great ideas. DC is a great place to live with lots of fun things to do, great places to eat and beautiful neighborhoods in which you will love living.