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Top January Events Around The DMV

After the busy winter holidays, life often seems to slow down in January. But many of us see the new year as the perfect time to try something different. Although it’s not great weather for outdoor festivals, the DMV boasts impressive cultural offerings including live theater, music, and world-class museums. Check out our list of […]
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Top November Events Around the DMV

November often feels like the calm before the storm that is the winter holiday season. The weather is cool, but hopefully not too cold to enjoy being outdoors. Between fall home maintenance projects, we think it’s a great time to gather with friends or take some quiet time to relax. Check out our top selections […]
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15 Best Beaches, Lakes, & Rivers Near Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia

Water recreation may not be the first thing you’d think to associate with the Greater Washington area, but it is a surprisingly rich region for a variety of activities– from beaches and boardwalks to sprawling lakes to nearby walking trails and dining. Grab your new swimsuit, a boogie board or floatie, and favorite snacks, then […]
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Best Ice Cream Spots to Check Out in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia

It’s time to celebrate one of our favorite days of summer – National Ice Cream Day! Although Sunday, July 21st is the official date this year, we think any time is a good time for ice cream. Here’s a taste of our favorite ice cream, custard, gelato, and novelty treat shops throughout the Washington, DC, […]

Neighborhood Guides Top January Events Around The DMV After the busy winter holidays, life often seems to slow down in January. But many of us see the new year as the perfect time to try something different. Although it’s not great weather for outdoor festivals, the DMV boasts impressive cultural offerings including live theater, music, and world-class museums. Check out our list of […]

Neighborhood Guides Top November Events Around the DMV November often feels like the calm before the storm that is the winter holiday season. The weather is cool, but hopefully not too cold to enjoy being outdoors. Between fall home maintenance projects, we think it’s a great time to gather with friends or take some quiet time to relax. Check out our top selections […]

Neighborhood Guides 15 Best Beaches, Lakes, & Rivers Near Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia Water recreation may not be the first thing you’d think to associate with the Greater Washington area, but it is a surprisingly rich region for a variety of activities– from beaches and boardwalks to sprawling lakes to nearby walking trails and dining. Grab your new swimsuit, a boogie board or floatie, and favorite snacks, then […]

Neighborhood Guides Best Ice Cream Spots to Check Out in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia It’s time to celebrate one of our favorite days of summer – National Ice Cream Day! Although Sunday, July 21st is the official date this year, we think any time is a good time for ice cream. Here’s a taste of our favorite ice cream, custard, gelato, and novelty treat shops throughout the Washington, DC, […]

Neighborhood Guides Leave the DMV Without Traveling Too Far This Summer—These Fun Destinations Will Impress and Are Easy to Access Looking for a DMV area summer getaway? You don’t need to travel far to enjoy some incredible culture, shopping, and dining—check out the below destinations and plan a day- or weekend-long trip that is sure to impress. Frederick, MD [smartslider3 slider=”116″] Spend a day strolling around and antiquing in the cute town of […]

Neighborhood Guides Top Farmers Markets in DC, MD, VA & WV One of our favorite posts of the year is our annual Farmers Market update! The amazing variety available at farmers markets throughout the DMV is much more than the home gardener can produce. In addition to fruits and vegetables, many markets feature artisan bread, butchers, pickles, sauces, preserves, yummy baked goods, and other specialty foods. […]

Local Events Celebrate Black History Month “Black History Month is a time to celebrate the fullness of African American history and culture, but that cannot be contained in one month alone.” – Kevin Young, Andrew W. Mellon Director of the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Many area museums and historic sites have events planned throughout the month. Check […]

Local Events Top Things to Do in February in the DMV February may be the shortest month – even with an extra day this year – but there are so many great reasons to get together with family and friends. From Black History Month and the Lunar New Year to Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl LVIII, check out our highlights for February events in the DMV […]

Neighborhood Guides The Best Winter Sports Activities Close to the DC Metro Area If the recent snow has inspired you to get out on the slopes, there are plenty of ski and snowboard areas close to the DC metro area ready to welcome you. With action-packed days and cozy evenings, a short getaway with family and friends is a great way to refresh. If you don’t want to […]

Local Events Top Things To Do in January in the DMV After the busy winter holidays, life seems to slow down in January. But many of us see the new year as the perfect time to try something different. Although it’s not great weather for outdoor festivals, the DMV boasts impressive cultural offerings including live theater, music, and world-class museums. Check out our list of highlights […]

Neighborhood Guides Ice Skating Around the DMV Few things speak to the most wonderful time of the year more than ice skating. Whether you’re making it a friend or family outing, or adding a bit of romance by gliding across the ice with your favorite paramour, it’s a beautiful (albeit sometimes chilly) way to spend some time doing something sweet and fun […]

Gift Guide Experiential Gifts in (or near) the DMV What do you get for that person in your life who seems to have everything? An experiential gift, of course! From theater tickets to sporting events to cooking classes, we’re sharing a few ideas that will appeal to a wide range of individuals. Note that opting to gift an experience is also an excellent approach […]

Local Events Holiday Light Displays in the DMV One of our favorite things about the holiday season in the Greater Washington Area is the twinkling of lights on a dark night. Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, Leesburg, and even Annapolis are great spots to stroll the beautifully decorated and glowing streets and candlelight tours. Grab a warm drink to add some cheer along the […]

Gift Guide Gift Guide: Top Titles from Birch Tree Books for 2023 It’s that time of year again, when the weather gets chilly, lights go up in trees and windows, and holiday shopping season begins. At Birch Tree Bookstore, you can avoid the stress that sometimes creeps up at this time of year by filling your Birch Tree shopping basket with meaningful gifts like books, plants, […]

Gift Guide Gift Guide: Shop Local for the Perfect Gifts this Holiday Season The Saturday after Thanksgiving celebrates small businesses and shopping local. Practices we embrace wholeheartedly for both in-person and online shopping! Whether you are shopping for gifts or the perfect holiday attire, we hope this selection inspires you to support businesses in your community. Mint and Ivy Shop Online | Instagram Mint & Ivy curates beautiful […]

Neighborhood Guides Scrumptious Pie Shops in the DMV Area, Just in Time for Thanksgiving! It’s the most wonderful time of the year—it’s pie season! While we eat pies year round, Thanksgiving is when we give them a true pride of place at the table. Pumpkin, pecan, apple…they are all delicious. There’s still time to order your favorite from one of these local pie, pastry, and dessert shops in the […]

Neighborhood Guides Day Trip To Baltimore Maryland More than just a port city with ships coming and going each day, Baltimore is full of history, art, and great restaurants. Of course we love the Inner Harbor, but there are other fun neighborhoods throughout the city. We hope that once you read our list of favorites, you will plan a day or two […]

Neighborhood Guides Exploring the Chesapeake Bay by Boat As one of the most prominent geological features of the Mid-Atlantic region, the Chesapeake Bay is also the largest estuary in the United States. The total shoreline, including tidal tributaries, is 11,684 miles, circumnavigating a surface area of 4,480 square miles. It is also a remarkably beautiful place to visit. Our proximity to The Bay […]

Neighborhood Guides Top August Events to Check Out in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia If you’re in town between vacations or need a break from preparing for the school year to start, there is still plenty to do in our area! Grab an ice cream treat from one of our favorite ice cream shops, take your pup to a different dog park, or try out something new this month […]

Neighborhood Guides Beachy Towns to Visit this Summer Exploring somewhere you have never been is fun and exciting, but for some of us returning to our own special place year after year and creating cherished memories can’t be beat. Below are some favorite places you’ll find your fellow DMV neighbors this summer, along with local shops and restaurants that make these coastal towns […]

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