Elite Estate Antiques 

Elite Estate Antiques specializes in the buying, selling, appraisal, and consignment of fine art, antiques, collectibles, vintage furniture, and home décor. We offer professional appraisal services and source unique items from estates, private collections, auctions, and individual sellers. Our inventory includes artwork, decorative accessories, antique furniture, military collectibles, silver, porcelain, and other quality estate items.

Montgomery County

Gaby Arancibia

Washington Metropolitan Area

Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Maryland

Elite Estate Antiques specializes in the buying, selling, appraisal, and consignment of fine art, antiques, collectibles, vintage furniture, and...

Milestones Enrichment Center is a premier provider of early

Milestones Enrichment Center - Bethesda

Milestones Enrichment Center is a premier provider of early childhood education and care, dedicated to partnering with families to help children reach their developmental milestones. With three convenient locations in Laurel, Bethesda, and Washington, D.C., the center serves children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. They offer a nurturing environment designed to help every child thrive through structured learning and play. The center provides a comprehensive range of services, including infant and toddler care, preschool programs, and specialized before- and after-school care. Families can also take advantage of flexible options such as part-time and drop-in child care, as well as engaging summer programs like FunFest and Summer Adventures. Their curriculum focuses on fostering creativity, teamwork, and personal growth through expert guidance from a dedicated professional staff. Celebrating two decades of quality care, Milestones Enrichment Center is a Maryland EXCELS Level 1 (Bethesda) and Level 4(Laurel) participant and the proud winner of the 2025 Best Child Care in South Laurel award. Parents can expect a safe, reliable, and community-focused experience that prioritizes the unique needs of their children while offering the flexibility required by modern family schedules.

Milestones Enrichment Center is a premier provider of early childhood education and care, dedicated to partnering with families to help children...

MD Company Solves The DIY Wedding Bar Problem

Chesapeake Bartenders and Events

If you're planning a wedding in Maryland you've probably had this conversation: "We love your bartending services, but we just can't afford $3,000." Courtney Smith, owner of Chesapeake Bartenders and Events, heard that line hundreds of times. After serving 150+ weddings across the DMV, she finally did something about it. She took everything her team does to plan seamless wedding bars and packaged it into a $99 digital guide couples can use themselves. "I got tired of watching couples stress over their wedding bar," Smith says. "They'd find some random calculator online, and I'm thinking, 'That's either way too much or not nearly enough depending on your crowd." The Real Problem: Most couples make the same mistakes: buying wrong quantities, forgetting ice melts faster in summer, not accounting for setup time, choosing glassware that breaks easily. "I've seen couples run out of alcohol at 9 PM because they used a generic calculator," Smith explains. "Or bought $500 worth of liquor they didn't need." What She Built: The DIY Wedding Bar Planning Guide includes interactive calculators that adjust for your actual wedding—time of day, season, guest demographics. It includes a 16-part audio guide and a real wedding case study showing what 155 guests consumed over five hours. The guide answers: - How much does ice melt in July vs November? - Should you buy champagne for toasts? - What's the cost difference between wine bottles and boxes? - How do you set up a bar so guests aren't waiting? Who It's For: Budget-conscious couples, couples whose venues require in-house bartending, or anyone wanting to understand what they're paying for. Smith, who has 20 years of bartending experience and runs three businesses including 1631 Event Venue, says: "Free calculators tell you what to buy. We tell you why, and how to avoid disasters." The guide is available at chesapeakebartenders.com/diy-wedding-bar-planning-guide

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Afternoon Tea in Pike & Rose 🫖🥐🥯

Tea Room at Hello Betty

Delight in a curated selection of premium teas, delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and artful pastries—each crafted to be savored slowly and shared generously. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply elevating your afternoon, our tea service is an invitation to pause, sip, and indulge in something beautifully refined.

Delight in a curated selection of premium teas, delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and artful pastries—each crafted to be savored...

Your Kids Can Have An AWESOME FUN Summer!

Summer At Sandy Spring

Summer At Sandy Spring is a great Summer Day camp offering equal parts fun and uniqueness. For over thirty years, we have provided families with a safe, engaging, and active summer camp experience for children three years old to fourteen. With the sprawling Sandy Spring Friends School campus, we offer summer experiences for your children that will provide lifelong memories and friendships. Your children will have opportunities to explore Adventure Park, swim in our man-made pond, partake in our weekly theme weeks, enjoy daily hot lunches, and so much more! Some of our exciting activities: Adventure Challenge • Archery • Archery Tag • Art Bonanza • Bubble Soccer • Computer Programming • Dance/Poms • Fishing • Flight Science • Karate • Lego Robotics • Outdoor Living Skills • Painting • Paper Maché • Photography • Rock Climbing • STEAMers • Theater • Video Production and much more! Phone number: 301-774-7455 ext.167

Montgomery Village

Summer At Sandy Spring is a great Summer Day camp offering equal parts fun and uniqueness. For over thirty years, we have provided families with a...

Robert Dyer @ Bethesda Row is reporting that Blackfinn has served it's last drink on Fairmont Avenue <a href="http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2014/04/blackfinn-closed-forever-in-bethesda.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://robertdyer.blogspot.com/2014/04/blackfinn-closed-forever-in-bethesda.html</a> Blackfin is officially closed in Bethesda

Blackfinn Bethesda Closed Forever

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Sunrise of McLean

We are hiring Caregivers, Servers and Lead Servers.&nbsp;Join us for open interviews and meet our AMAZING team and leaders Tuesday, August 18th&nbsp;from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. Interviews and offers will be conducted on the spot. &nbsp;
Please sign in and let them know you are there for an open interview. To shine even more, bring a copy or two of your resume with you. For questions, please call 571-705-7686. Register here for the hiring event:&nbsp;
<a href="https://sunriseseniorliving.lpages.co/mclean-818/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sunrise of McLean 8.18 Hiring Event!</a>
Discover why our community is such a special place to work and connect with leaders who care about your career journey! Sunrise Senior Living is committed to providing an enriching workplace environment for all team members! We offer robust benefits, tuition reimbursement, leadership development programs and myFlexPay. #ShineAtSunrise
📈 Leadership and development opportunities
🎓 Tuition reimbursement
📝 Robust training programs
🏥 Comprehensive medical benefits
💛 Employee assistance program
Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 45 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families. It is no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.

Local Event: We are Hiring! Caregivers, Servers and Lead Servers

We are Hiring! Caregivers, Servers and Lead...

We are hiring Caregivers, Servers and Lead Servers. Join us for open interviews and meet our AMAZING team and leaders Tuesday,...

We are Hiring! Caregivers, Servers and Lead Servers

📚 Discover a Personalized Approach to Education: MacGillis Global Academy Hosts Virtual Open House August 18th
As families begin preparing for the upcoming academic year, MacGillis Global Academy (MGA)—a Cognia-accredited and Maryland-certified online school serving grades 4–12—invites prospective parents and students to attend an upcoming Virtual Open House.
MacGillis Global Academy offers live, teacher-led instruction designed to engage students, foster critical thinking, and build future leaders. Whether you are looking for a comprehensive full-time independent school, seeking to supplement your homeschool curriculum, or searching for targeted tutoring and homework support, MGA provides a supportive and rigorous learning environment tailored to your child's needs.
<h3>Key Highlights of MacGillis Global Academy:</h3>
<ul><li>100% Live, Interactive Online Instruction: No pre-recorded lectures; students participate in real-time, discussion-driven classes.</li><li>Seasoned Master Faculty: 100% of classes are taught by licensed teachers or college faculty averaging over 20 years of teaching experience.</li><li>Micro-Classroom Setting: Small class sizes (10-student average) ensure every student receives personal attention.</li><li>Academic &amp; Homework Support: Dedicated tutoring and homework assistance options available across core subjects.</li><li>Accredited Quality: Accredited by Cognia (NCA CASI, NWAC, SACS CASI) and recognized as a Maryland Certified Online Academic Program.</li></ul>
<h3>Virtual Open House Event Details:</h3>
<ul><li>Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 | 7:30 PM EST</li><li>Location: Virtual Event (Access link provided upon registration)</li></ul>
How to Register &amp; Contact Info:
To reserve your spot for either session, visit the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.macgillisglobalacademy.net/open-house" rel="nofollow noopener">MacGillis Virtual Open House Registration Page</a>. To explore academic programs, visit the official <a target="_blank" href="https://www.macgillisglobalacademy.net/" rel="nofollow noopener">MacGillis Global Academy Website</a>, email info@macgillisglobalacademy.net, or call (443) 393-0892.

Local Event: MacGillis Global Academy Virtual Open House

Howard County

Ellicott City

MacGillis Global Academy Virtual Open House

📚 Discover a Personalized Approach to Education: MacGillis Global Academy Hosts Virtual Open House August 18th
As families...

McLean School-Falls Road Campus (Lower School)

If you are concerned about your child’s reading ability, McLean School is pleased to offer an upcoming complimentary Acadience Reading Screening.
Extensive evidence shows that struggling readers who do not receive early intervention fall behind academically and it is harder for them to catch up in later grades.
This complimentary 30-minute session will provide actionable data using the Acadience Reading Screening, one of three universal reading screeners in the United States proven to reliably identify students who need immediate reading intervention.
<a href="https://calendly.com/mclean-readingscreenings/complimentary-reading-screening-saturday-aug-22?month=2026-08" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register Today To Reserve Your Spot</a>
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Local Event: Complimentary Reading Screening for Kindergarten to Grade 5 Students

Complimentary Reading Screening for...

If you are concerned about your child’s reading ability, McLean School is pleased to offer an upcoming complimentary Acadience...

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Hyatt Regency Dulles

The International Gem &amp; Jewelry Show Returns To The Hyatt Regency Dulles! Shop Directly From Wholesalers &amp; Manufacturers. This show is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for three days only.
International Gem &amp; Jewelry Show - Dulles, VA August 21-23, 2026 At The Hyatt Regency Dulles 2300 Dulles Corner Blvd, Herndon, VA 20171
***CHILDREN UNDER 9 NOT PERMITTED***
SHOW HOURS:
<ul><li>Friday, August 21: 12pm-6pm</li><li>Saturday, August 22: 10am-6pm</li><li>Sunday, August 23: 11am-5pm* *No admittance after 4pm Sunday.</li></ul>
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TICKETS (Good For All Three Days)
<ul><li>Discounted Tickets : $6.00 (Must be purchased online. Credit card only.)</li><li>Standard Tickets : $8.00 (Can be purchased at the show. Cash only.)</li><li>Licensed Wholesale Buyers : FREE (Business license required. Pre-registration required before the deadline.)</li><li>Schools : FREE (School e-mail address required. Pre-registration required before the deadline.)</li></ul>
PARKING: Free And Ample Parking Lot Available On Site.
ABOUT THE SHOW: Forget retail, shop directly from designers, wholesalers and manufacturers for the largest selection at the lowest prices! Shop from rows and rows of quality jewelry, gemstone, bead, jewelry supply and accessory dealers in a unique marketplace setting. Our environment breeds competition and ensures that you will get the best quality merchandise at rock-bottom prices. Find something for everyone when you visit America's favorite jewelry and gemstone marketplace!
Diamonds • Beads • Pearls • Opals • Semi &amp; Precious Gemstones • Engagement Rings • Turquoise • Fine Jewelry • Settings • Men’s Jewelry • Watches • Designer Accessories • Costume Pieces • Vintage &amp; Estate • Custom Jewelry • Findings • Chains • Jewelry Supplies • Fashion Accessories • Gifts • Jewelry Cleaning &amp; Repair • And Much More!
------------------------------------------------ MILITARY RECEIVES FREE ADMISSION: The International Gem &amp; Jewelry Show offers free admission to all active-duty military and veterans with current military identification (offer includes immediate family). Thank you for your service to our country. ------------------------------------------------
LINKS
<ul><li>Website :&nbsp;<a href="https://www.intergem.com/events/upcoming-shows/dulles-va-august-21-23-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.intergem.com/events/upcoming-shows/dulles-va-august-21-23-2026</a></li><li>Exhibitor Listing :&nbsp;<a href="https://intergem.ungerboeck.com/prod/app85.cshtml?aat=576c452b612b426a684942587535704437344d506230664a7032687233724630655677464c4962786d58633d" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://intergem.ungerboeck.com/prod/app85.cshtml?aat=576c452b612b426a684942587535704437344d506230664a7032687233724630655677464c4962786d58633d</a></li><li>E-Mail Notification Sign-Up :&nbsp;<a href="https://www.intergem.com/sign-up/washington-dc-baltimore-md" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.intergem.com/sign-up/washington-dc-baltimore-md</a></li></ul>

Local Event: The International Gem & Jewelry Show - Dulles, VA (August 2026)

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ON St. Elmo

THE BEST STAND UP IN THE DMV RETURNS TO BETHESDA!Your headliner for this show:
MATT DEAKINS
Matt Deakins is a stand-up comedian. He lives in Virginia. When people ask him, he says Washington D.C. It's easier that way. some of the amazing places he has performed include the Pittsburgh Improv, DC Improv, Vermont Comedy Club, Charlotte Comedy Zone, Hotbed and more. He's performed with the best in the industry including John Huck, Jordan Carlos, Dustin Diamond, Bret Ernst, Yannis Pappas, Paul Hooper. Matt won Comedy Kumite 33.1 and 33.2 (spring 2022) at the DC Improv, plus the July 2022 Tournament of Champions.
Featuring
SEAN GABBERT
“A veteran of comedy and a native of Washington DC, Sean Gabbert has performed all over and been seen on HBO, 98 rock and Sirius XM.”
KATIE MCKELVIE
Katie McKelvie is a D.C. based comedian whose comedic style has been described as “tired mom who has to run to the store after this show to pick up some bananas.” She has opened for national touring comics such as Michael Kosta, Greg Warren, Josh Gondelman, and Shayne Smith.
Hosted by
PETE BERGEN
He may look and sound gruff but he is a big bear of a sweetheart. You’ll love his take on his own sorted history and observations in general. He has opened for and performed with some great folks like Patton Oswalt, Rory Scovel, Kelsey Cook, Annie Lederman, Bobcat Goldthwait, David Koechner, Chris Katan and at some great venues like the DC Improv (DC), Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse (VA), Magooby’s Joke House (MD), Church Of Satire (PA) and The Drafthouse Comedy Theater (DC). He also has over 18 years in recovery and is in demand for 12 step conventions all over. Pete can also be seen as a contributor on local panel shows “Like It Or Not” and “The Final 5”, both on Fox 5 DC, offering up humorous takes on the days events.
You're going to have fun

Local Event: On St. Elmo Comedy Bunker 17: MATT DEAKINS

On St. Elmo Comedy Bunker 17: MATT DEAKINS

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MATT DEAKINS
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