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It’s the last weeks of summer! This means school is starting back up soon. Perhaps, some children are already back in school. But, as always, going back to school is a big transition. No matter the age of your kids, going back to school can cause mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety. For young kids,…
In order to keep Washington, D.C.’s many greenspaces well-maintained, members of the community have to get involved and stay engaged. Join those neighbors and do your part during the Shepherd Parkway Community Clean-Up on September 10th. It’s the next installment of a monthly volunteer event geared toward keeping the Shepherd Parkway Corridor beautiful. Even if…
A burger for brunch? It makes perfect sense at Melange, a restaurant that’s known for its over-the-top artisan burgers. The brunch menu’s burger is no exception. The chef shapes high-quality beef into a thick patty and sears it to perfectly tender, then adds strips of crispy bacon, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, and pickled green tomatoes…
August is the last full month of Summer, so make it a celebration! Make every day a holiday! August is not filled with annual celebratory days. No Labor Day, Memorial Day, or 4th of July long weekend to party with your friends and family. But no fret! There are plenty of holidays and reasons to…
There’s some evidence to support the theory that getting your hands dirty in the garden can actually boost your mood—and being out in nature never hurts, either! If you’re looking to help your community and participate in some self-care at the same time, RSVP for the next Open Volunteer Day on August 13th at the…
Has your wanderlust really been kicking into high gear this summer? If you’re thinking about taking a trip in the near future, already have one planned, or just want to make some new friends who are equally inspired by the idea of seeing the world, you won’t want to miss the upcoming installments of Wanderful…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Well, the second-best time! It’s summer vacation! Between summer camps, vacations, and the many activities to keep yourself or your little ones occupied; the dollar signs can add up. But, there are plenty of inexpensive and totally free activities that are still barrels of fun! Bust summer…
Can you think of a better way to kick off your weekend than an outdoor yoga class overlooking the powerful Potomac River? What if that class was free of charge? Yoga instructor Cathy Valentine of Zen Yoga Studio is making your fitness dreams come true this summer and fall, offering weekly Free Saturday Morning Yoga…
Looking for a different kind of date night or girls’ night out? Enter: The Sinners and Saints Saturday Showcase. This weekly comedy show brings fresh laughs every weekend, courtesy of some of the area’s top comedians. You might even recognize a few of them from comedy specials or late-night talk show cameos. The Sinners and…
As June 19th comes around the corner once again, it’s time to plan an extra special Father’s Day celebration. No matter who you are celebrating Father’s Day for, these Father’s Day gift ideas are thoughtful, creative, and can even be done last minute! Create your own scrapbook. There's nothing better than a homemade, one-of-a-kind scrapbook…