SOMOS Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has officially opened its doors earlier this month at 1343 Lamberton Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20902, in the Kemp Mill shopping center. Founded by the father-son duo of Christian Martinez and Braden, this gym is more than just a training facility– it’s a place where passion, culture, and community converge.
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.
Back in October we let you know that Trader Joe’s is set to open at 225 N. Washington St. in Rockville Town Square taking over the former Dawson’s Market space, which closed last summer after twelve years. This morning, community member Michelle Maurer Chite informed us that signage was being installed and we stopped by for a photo.
A GoFundMe fundraiser has been created for the family of 5-year-old Gibson Rivera Theimer, who was severely injured in an accident involving a lawn mower that occurred on Saturday in Olney. (more…)
Jamie McIntyre, former CNN military affairs and senior Pentagon correspondent, as well as former Washington Examiner senior writer for defense and national security, will speak about how the events on 9/11 and the aftermath ushered in a “post-truth” era in America. Jamie has written extensively on this topic and draws from a life-long career in journalism, including his time at the Pentagon on 9/11.
This event is FREE and open to everyone!
October 10 & 11, 2026
The MoCo Epic is a festival celebrating mountain biking, natural surface trails, and the community that makes this region a great place to ride! 2026 marks the 16th anniversary of the MoCo Epic.
According to Maryland’s sports wagering program, Maryland’s sports wagering market had its ninth-best single-month performance in April 2025, generating $6,359,834 in contributions to the state.
Andy’s Pizza is opening a new location at 145 Commerce Square Place in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, taking over the space formerly occupied by MOD Pizza, which closed in March 2024. A representative from Andy’s noted, “The opening is a long way off, so we do not even have a date at this time. We will make an announcement on our social media for our grand opening when the time comes.” (more…)
Ice Cream Worx is coming soon to 20215 Goshen Rd in Gaithersburg, taking over the former New Fashion Nails space in the Goshen Oaks shopping center.
The Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) has shared that it has “graduated” its first critical incident canine. Binki earned her certification as a therapy dog through the United States Police Canine Association (USPCA).
The Gaithersburg Police Department has issued a notice regarding several upcoming road closures due to major rail construction work by CSX.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) shared that it’s investigating a shooting that occurred on the 20000 block of Beaconfield Terrace in Germantown on Sunday night.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the May 5 arrest in Silver Spring of a 38-year-old Salvadoran national, a previously deported individual and alleged MS-13 gang member wanted in El Salvador for firearms offenses. (more…)