HEALTH RISKS RISE WITH HEAT

On Civic Activism

The first of many?

Park After Dark

Your First Step to First Aid

Having a well stocked first aid kit will help you handle a minor injury at a moments notice. There should be a first aid kit in your home and inside each family member’s car.

An Orchestra Without a Conductor

Sarah York recalls her first week with the National Orchestral Institute.

Reinvigorating the Magnificent Orchestral Experience

National Orchestral Institute-- A welcome from the director

Area Teens Are Top Speedskaters in the Nation

The 2013-14 US Speedskating Category One list includes 7 junior skaters from the DC area. This represents the largest concentration of talent in the US and significant achievements by these teens.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO TEACH FINANCIAL LITERACY: Financial Lessons Need to Start Early and Occur Often

Children become consumers at a very early age. Local nonprofit CCCS advises: Parents, educators, and community organizations must work together to teach them vital financial skills for the future.

Don’t let hot fun turn into heat exhaustion

It may be spring but the summer swelter has arrived. The forecast calls for high heat and humidity through the weekend so it’s important to remember the dangers that can go along with it.

WHAT’S GOING AROUND – TICKS AND LYME DISEASE

Spring is prime time for ticks. These tiny, biting creatures feed on warm-blooded animals, including people, and can transmit serious illness through their bites.

Stressed at work?

A little stress can be good. It energizes and motivates you. But too much takes a toll on your brain and your body. Here are ten ways to lower your stress level on the job.

AmeriCorps NCCC-FEMA Corps Hosts Food Drive

An AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps)-FEMA Corps team is hosting food drive at Safeway Grocery Store in Kensington, MD. The team invites any community member to participate or donate.

Blog: UFOs in Kensington? Wink. Wink.

Rumor has it that Kensington is a prime target for UFO activity. Could this be true? Kensington?

LEARNING TO WIN: Maryland Personal Finance Challenge Prepares Students for the Real World

The 2013 MCEE Personal Finance Challenge included 28 four-person teams from 18 MD schools. Local nonprofit CCCS of MD & DE sponsors this event to teach teens financial skills they can use for life.

A remedy for drug disposal

There’s a lot to think about when disposing of unused, unwanted medicine and prescriptions. Proper disposal keeps these drugs out of reach of anyone not given that prescription.

Sleep on it

When a busy world pulls you in every direction, sleep can drop to the bottom of your priority list. It should be near the top. A good night’s sleep is more important than you think.

George Pelecanos at Kensington Day of the Book Festival Sunday!

Hard-boiled Detective Blues! George Pelecanos will read with The Nighthawks sometime between 2-4pm on Howard Avenue in Old Town Kensington. Don't miss it!

What's going around - Spring allergies

Ah, spring. The sun shines, the birds chirp, and people everywhere sneeze and cough from allergies. Spring is usually the time when people with allergies suffer the most.

THE VIRGIN MARY'S REVOLUTION AT THE KENSINGTON DAY OF THE BOOK

The Virgin Mary was the only true revolutionary of sexual morality.

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Celebrates American Craftsmanship in Gaithersburg, MD

April 12-14 Show Offers a True “Made in America” Experience for Spring

Renovate Your Outdoor Spaces

How do we assist with outdoor space renovations? For starters, we step outside and walk the property with a homeowner.

Watermain Break In Chevy Chase Lake

Water shoots like fireworks in Chevy Chase

Take the sting out of spring

As Spring gets ready to burst onto the scene you will see plenty of activity outside. Trees and flowers have been waiting for warmer temperatures. But so have bees, wasps and other stinging insects.

SoberRide Offers Free Rides Home this St Patrick’s Day

Together with WRAP’s SoberRide initiative, AT&T is providing free taxi rides (up to $30) to anyone 21+ in the DC area who may have had one too many Irish Car Bombs or pints of Guinness.

Let Reason Not Irrationality Prevail When Reviewing Costco's Application

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings in April on whether to allow a new discount gas station operated by Costco at Wheaton Mall. Let's hope reason not irrationality prevails.

What's your excuse?

Regular exercise in order to stay healthy is a goal for lots of people, but chances are you could use a little help sticking with your exercise routine.

MARCH MELODIES

This is a brief celebration of the revival of the spring season.

Get the most from your physician visit

There are many reasons that you visit a physician. Whatever the reason, a few simple preparations will help you get the most out of your time with the physician.

February Fluff

This is a short piece about the mild winter, snow wise we have had this year.

Have a heart-healthy Valentine's Day

Your heart may belong to a certain someone this Valentine’s Day, but it’s up to you to keep that loving heart in good shape all year long.

Are you an author in Montgomery County? - Sign up for the Kensington Day of the Book Festival!

www.dayofthebook.com Authors, bookartists, literary and Kensington community groups, can now sign up for a table at the 8th annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival. Howard Avenue, Sunday April 21.

Spotlight On Inauguration - Staying Connected

As the crowds descend upon Downtown DC to take part in the Inauguration, AT&T recommends a few tips and tricks to help you be tech-smart and stay connected this weekend.

Cook Up a Name For The New Book Festival Food Court!

A contest! Cook up a literary-culinary title for the new food area at the 2013 Kensington Day of the Book Festival. Winner will be treated to lunch for two on the day of the festival (April 21).

A Whole Food Based approach to the New Year - Cleansing Inside and Out

The 14-Day Whole Food Cleanse fully supports you to make better decisions through health education, a program guide and a supportive online group environment. Register by 5 pm Friday!

K-9 Veterans Day ideas for March 13, 2013

They Saved to Serve They Deserve to be Remembered.

Lost Tan Dog - Rockville - Please help us find Maddie! 301-728-2771

Dog lost in Rockville Dec 3! A 5-year old, 45 lb tan-red-brown coonhound mix. She is scared of people - if seen please call 301-728-2771.

RESOLUTIONS

This is a call to change our world for the better no matter what the talents we have.

Beware of wintry woes

Winter is settling in so the chances of snow, sleet, ice and colder temperatures will increase. As you make your way through the winter months, it is important be cautious outside.

A TIME REMEMBERED

This piece is a thanksgiving for our troops, sailors and soldiers then and now.