2022 Top Baby Names: MD Parents Love Eva, Liam, Noah, Olivia

When babies born in Maryland in 2022 graduate from high school, you may hear the names Ava and Liam repeated often as they cross the stage.

KID Museum Now Open At Bethesda Metro Center

The KID Museum site was designed for the “Mind of a Maker," to encourage kids to be inventive and innovative, the website says.

Early Child Care Center To Open In Bethesda This Fall

Georgetown Hill Early School offers care for infants, toddlers, 2 and 3 year olds, and has pre-K and transitional kindergarten programs.

Bethesda Country Day School Students Donate Gifts to Children

Students at Bethesda Country Day School held a gift drive in support of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program

Montgomery County Offers Advice On Staying Safe During Halloween

Montgomery County officials are offering advice to resident on how to minimize risk and exposure to the coronavirus during Halloween.

Best Things To Do With Your Kids Over Winter Break In MD

From spooky ghost tours to high-flying adventures, here's what do with your kids this winter in Maryland.

Students Donate Food and Gifts to Benefit Local Families in Need

Students at Bethesda Country Day School held donation drives in support of Manna Food Center and Toys for Tots this holiday season

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

More Lower Income Families Qualify For Child Care Financial Aid

Expanded income eligibility guidelines means the county can help more lower income families pay for licensed child care.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

This Is What A Good Babysitter Costs In Washington D.C.

Get the breakdown on what childcare will cost you, plus an exclusive discount for Patch readers who are ready to book a sitter.

Montgomery County Libraries Introduce Early Learning Tablets

The tablets are preloaded with interactive and engaging learning activities for preschool and elementary aged children.

42 Job Openings in Bethesda Area

Georgetown Bagelry, General Dynamics, Simon Property Group, Lockheed Martin, NRI; the Bethesda Patch Jobs Board has more openings.

Strathmore Hosts Backyard Theater for Children

Families can enjoy performances by top-notch “kindie rock” musicians, entertainers under the tented Backyard Theater Stage beginning July 6.

Bethesda Family Nominates Au Pair

The Phillips Family of Bethesda has nominated their au pair Christina Went from Austria for the Au Pair of the Year Award.

Shark Week 2016 Schedule: 'Deadliest Shark,' 'Sharksanity' and Much More

Discovery Channel is prepping all your shark-filled favorites for an epic week of TV binging, plus a new virtual reality feature.

Top Baby Names in Maryland | Patch PM

Hundreds of marijuana plants found in newly sold home | 2016 Hurricane Season prep | Lots of dogs attacking postal workers in Baltimore

Imagination Bethesda Returns to Downtown

Musical performances and professional children’s entertainers will light up the stage on June 4.

Advocate for a Child with Mental Health Needs

Learn more about becoming a court-appointed special advocate!

Imagination Bethesda: Celebrating Children and the Arts

Imagination Bethesda is a children's street festival to be held on Saturday, June 4.

USA Science and Engineering Festival Expo

Explore science and engineering with more than 3,000 FREE fun, hands-on activities!

Never Fear the Words "Mom, I'm Bored Again"

Join us for the launch party of JumpIt Pass at Kidville Falls Grove March 19.

Pi Day Party at Mathansium of Bethesda

Here at Mathnasium of Bethesda, our love of math is like pi - irrational, constant, and infinite in scope!

At Home Fun for Kids and Dogs Workshop

Free workshop providing games and tricks for kids to amuse their dogs during Spring Break and beyond.

WeeWee the Piglet Spared from Snowstorm and Market

A Chevy Chase family rescued the freezing animal from a roadside during the blizzard; he's now calling an animal sanctuary home.

Chevy Chase Author Hatches New Children's Book

The family-friendly event for ‘Peep and Egg: I’m Not Hatching’ will be held on March 12 at the Audubon Naturalist Society.

USA Science and Engineering Festival Expo

Explore science and engineering with more than 3000 free, fun, hands-on activities!

GOOD NEWS! Songs for Pope, Stranded Motorists Saved, Free Flu Shots + Pet Rescues

Plus, Maryland's first Simply Mac opens, raising money for charities, vying for Super Bowl ad, military appreciation and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Taylor Swift Corn Maze, Best Place to Live, Pitch Across Maryland Tour + MDA Fundraiser

Plus, Kohl's stores hiring, vintage cafe opens, runner-up "American Ninja Warrior," Bel Air fights hunger and more from Patch.

Taylor Swift Corn Maze Gets Star's Thumbs-Up

A Frederick County, MD, corn maze made in the singer's likeness received a shout-out from her on Instagram.

GOOD NEWS! 9/11 Memorials, Cal Ripken Honor, Cops Helping Elderly + Where to See Pope Francis

Plus, Miami Heat signs Columbia man, Aldi stores hiring, Ocean City Brewing opens taphouse, making online sales safer and more from Patch.

Top 10 Baby Names in Maryland

The Social Security Administration recently released its lists of the most popular baby names in each state in 2014.

GOOD NEWS! Horse Rescue, Best Town in America, Top Schools + State Fair Preview

Plus, random act of kindness, county fair photos, top schools in the country, first-day-of-school photos, and more from Patch.

Maryland State Fair: When to Go, Tickets, Parking and Full Schedule of Events

From 4-H exhibits to live horse and pony races to meeting Baltimore Ravens greats, check out the fun planned at the 2015 fair.

GOOD NEWS! Top High Schools, Women Entrepreneurs and Maryland BBQ Bash Pics

Plus, HdG named Great Small Town, Gov. Hogan says cancer is dead, animal adoptions, youths donate vegetables and more from Patch.

Wednesday Schedule of Events at Montgomery County Fair

Aug. 19 is Family Day at the fair. You can see Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Monster Truck rides, pig races and more.

Tuesday's Full Schedule of Events at Montgomery County Fair

Aug. 18 is Senior Citizen Day at the fair. You can watch horse shows, be mesmerized by a hypnotist, check out the truck pull and more.

Family Day: Monday Schedule of Events at Montgomery County Fair

Aug. 17 is Family Day at the fair. You can milk a goat, pet a pony, watch a magician, be mesmerized by a hypnotist and more.

GOOD NEWS! Ravens Legend, Lottery Winner, Olympic Swimmers, Cat's Owner Thanks Next Adoptive Home

Plus, new restaurant week announced, county fair, most educated city, schools of the year, dog saves suicidal man and more from Patch.

67th Annual Montgomery County Fair: When to Go, Parking, Tickets

From 4-H exhibits to Monster Truck Madness and draft horse pulls, check out the fun planned at the 2015 fair.

GOOD NEWS! Lottery Millionaire, Veteran Escort, and Best High School Teachers

Plus, National Night Out photos from White March, Bethesda, Rockville, Anne Arundel, Columbia and more from Patch.

FestAfrica, Tax-Free Shopping, Jimi Hendrix Tribute: Montgomery Weekend Events

Plus Double Trouble, "Oliver! The Musical," back-to-school fashion show, "The Wiz," and more.

GOOD NEWS! Veteran Rescued, Boy's Hand Transplants, Happiest Places, Best Business City

Plus, National Night Out plans, new US citizens, new restaurants open, top Maryland colleges, artist honored and more from Patch.