People often talk about publishing books along with other grandiose plans, but local author Susan Dormady Eisenberg went ahead and actually did it.  Her debut novel, “The Voice

STAYCATION • BY JAMIE LEE If it rains on the day of your trip to Harpers Ferry or Annapolis, check out these strictly indoor staycation destinations. First, there’s plenty

Scroll to the bottom for a slideshow of the 2012 Takoma Park Independence Day Parade. COMMUNITY • BY JAMIE LEE The parade started late, as parades tend to do. The

STAYCATION • BY JAMIE LEE Vacations are out, and staycations are in.  There are plenty of places to go in the area—many only a quick car ride away.  Stay

EVENTS • BY JAMIE LEE The Silverdocs are coming back to Silver Spring! This year marks the documentary festival’s tenth year.  From June 18 to 24, one-hundred-and-fourteen films will be

BIZ BUZZ • BY JAMIE LEE Not many businesses would welcome a mob. But Now and Then is one of those places.  On Friday, June 15, from 4:30 p.m.

HEALTH • BY JAMIE LEE Note: scroll to the bottom for maps and other biking resources An old adage says that bikes run on fat and save you money, while

If you want to listen to something besides splashing at the pool or insects buzzing by the grill, the Takoma Park Jazz Festival is on Sunday, June 10

COMMUNITY • BY JAMIE LEE While many college students struggle to find jobs or internships for the summer, two young women from Gaithersburg decided to do something radical: bike

MUSIC • BY JAMIE LEE Looking to inject some taste and sophistication into your summer?  Want to spice up an otherwise monotonously hot and humid season? Then come to the