ISAAC’s Poultry Market, which won the Restaurant Association of Maryland’s best sandwich category in 2023 for its fried chicken sandwich, recently earned another major accolade: its Honey Butter Chicken Sandwich was named the best chicken sandwich in Maryland by Chowhound. (more…)
Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Laboratory to be Named for Laurence and Fern Bensignor
A family who benefited from life-saving heart care at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center has made a significant donation to the new cardiovascular treatment lab under construction at the hospital. Laurence (Larry) and Fern Bensignor are so grateful for the exceptional care Larry received that they have given a substantial immediate contribution, as well as a generous deferred gift through Larry’s estate.
The sailing lifestyle starts with a single moment. A breeze filling the sails. A quiet morning on the Bay. A weekend exploring new places with nothing but the horizon ahead.
For generations, the Chesapeake Bay has inspired sailors with its protected waters, charming waterfront towns, and endless opportunities to explore. It’s a place where a short afternoon sail can become a lifelong passion, and where every trip on the water offers a new adventure.
Every fall, the Annapolis Sailboat Show brings that lifestyle within reach.
From October 15–18, downtown Annapolis transforms into a celebration of sailing, bringing together beautiful sailboats, passionate sailors, industry experts, and waterfront experiences in America’s sailing capital.
Walk the docks, step aboard sailboats from around the world, discover new designs, connect with the sailing community, and imagine where the wind could take you next. You don’t have to be an experienced sailor to enjoy the show. You just have to be curious.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show offers a rare opportunity to experience the sailing world all in one place. Explore sleek performance sailboats built for adventure. Step aboard comfortable cruising yachts designed for weekend escapes. Discover spacious catamarans that offer a new way to experience life on the water.
Every boat represents a different possibility.
Maybe it’s learning to sail for the first time. Maybe it’s planning weekend adventures on the Chesapeake. Maybe it’s simply discovering a new passion you never knew you had. Walk the docks, talk with sailing experts, and explore the boats, brands, and resources that can help make sailing part of your story.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show is more than an event. It’s a celebration of the people, places, and experiences that make sailing special.
Beyond the docks, visitors can experience the best of fall in Annapolis. Stroll historic brick-lined streets, enjoy waterfront dining, browse local shops, and take in views of sailboats moving through the harbor.
Throughout the show grounds, connect with sailing organizations, charter companies, outfitters, and marine experts who help make the sailing lifestyle more accessible. It’s a weekend filled with discovery, community, and the unmistakable energy of a city built around the water.
For many people, sailing is a dream they’ve always wanted to explore but didn’t know where to begin. The Annapolis Sailboat Show helps turn curiosity into confidence.
Take part in educational opportunities designed for every level of experience, including the First Sail Workshop for beginners, Cruisers University for in-depth sailing education, and free daily seminars led by experienced sailors and industry experts.
Whether you’re stepping aboard for the first time or building the skills to go farther, these programs provide the knowledge and confidence to enjoy more time on the water.
Sailing is about more than the boat.
It’s the quiet morning sail. The sunset over the harbor. The weekend escape with friends. The feeling of discovering somewhere new. The Annapolis Sailboat Show brings together the boats, people, and possibilities that make the sailing lifestyle so rewarding.
Come step aboard, meet the sailing community, and discover where your next adventure begins.
For nearly three decades, Asif “Trey” Rahman, a familiar name in Rockville and now Potomac, dedicated his career to public service in the Department of Defense while passionately shaping young athletes’ lives on the basketball court. However, a significant turning point arrived earlier this year when widespread layoffs across the federal government led to Rahman’s unexpected departure from his long-held government position. This challenge, rather than a setback, ignited a career pivot, transforming a beloved weekend hobby into The Burger Coach, a community-focused culinary venture.
Maryland, with its rich maritime heritage and the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay, is known for its crabcakes… but it’s also a true haven for oyster lovers. From raw bars overflowing with briny delights to inventive culinary creations, we recently has our favorite oyster dish after two years of trying spots across the state.
We’ve Got the Ticket to Every Sunday Showdown! 🏈🔥
Catch every live out-of-market Sunday game with NFL Sunday Ticket this football season at Lucky Strike Rockville!
Come enjoy the day at our annual Washington Grove Arts and Craft Festival in a beautiful outdoor setting. This festival highlights local artisans including wood creations, pottery, visual art, household products and so much more. We also have food trucks from El Parente Tacos, El Jeffe Wood-fired pizzas, Bruster’s Ice Cream and beverages from Saints Row Brewery. Bring the whole family because we have a kids activity area too. Pets on a leash are welcome too!
6 Skewers is now open at Commas Food Hall, a new 13,000-square-foot food destination on the third level of Ellsworth Place (8661 Colesville Rd) in Downtown Silver Spring.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) arrested an armed man who was seen pointing a handgun at people in downtown Silver Spring on Friday evening, July 25. (more…)
Tens of thousands of women across Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C. are facing potential disruption to their healthcare as the contract between Capital Women’s Care (CWC) and UnitedHealthcare (UHC) is slated to terminate on August 1, 2025.
Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream, the beloved Bethesda-born creamery, is set to open its fourth Montgomery County location in Chevy Chase. The newest location will take over the storefront previously occupied by The Charmery, which closed last month after two years in business. To celebrate the announcement, we are giving away five signature Sarah’s Handmade ice cream flights that can be redeemed at one of the ice cream shop’s current locations.
The Washington Commanders’ linebacker corps is generating significant buzz ahead of the upcoming NFL season, with two of their key defensive players earning top honors from former NFL linebacker and current NFL Network analyst, Manti Te’o. On a social media post from the NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football,” Te’o unveiled his Top 10 linebackers list for the upcoming season, placing veteran phenom Bobby Wagner at #1 overall and welcoming Frankie Luvu into the elite group at #10.
Last year, Bowlero Corporation announced a rebrand to Lucky Strike Entertainment. This transformation includes a change in the company’s legal name and a switch of its stock ticker symbol from NYSE: BOWL to NYSE: LUCK, marking a new chapter in for the company. The first of the local rebrands will launch within a party at Lucky Strike Rockville, located at 15720 Shady Grove Rd. in Gaithersburg.
The Montgomery County Council will review Expedited Bill 19-25 on Monday, July 28, which proposes a seasonal exemption allowing landscape professionals to use gas-powered leaf blowers from October 1 to December 31, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., with the exemption set to expire three years after enactment. The lead sponsor of Bill 19-25 is Councilmember Gabe Albornoz, with Councilmembers Dawn Luedtke, Marilyn Balcombe and Sidney Katz as cosponsors. (more…)