We promise: there's not an ugly holiday sweater in sight.
Visit these hot spots across America next year.
Security measures are in place and Metro subway and light rail service will run late on Tuesday night.
The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.
Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.
Revisit the past with these day trip destinations.
A spectacular roundup of the year's most outrageous, sometimes disgusting but always readable weird Maryland news.
Patch editors uncover the stories that highlight Maryland communities.
As Pope Francis gains admirers, he simultaneously alienates some American Catholics and Catholic allies.
Great finds, insights and blatant opinion from those who know our communities best - you, the readers who write on Patch.
The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most carpoolers.
Here's five of our favorite ‘feel good’ stories of 2013.
Patch readers rate 2013 from awful to ‘gr8.’
The map below shows percentage of owner-occupied homes valued between $150,000 and $199,999 in your neighborhood, as reported by the US Census Bureau.
Our Giving Back blogs show how to give locally during the holidays.
An explanation of why I’ve decided to let my daughters ring in the new year.
Life may feel faster, but Americans are still overwhelmingly taking the time to sit down to eat dinner with family.
Here are some interesting tidbits about the upcoming holiday.
These promises are easy to keep—and a boon for your bank account.
Families greeted loved ones at BWI Airport for the holidays, including service personnel home on leave.
Get out of town without breaking the bank.
"I didn't want my name to be associated with depression, a weakness that I felt was there ... and I was willing to die for that," says a Maryland Naval officer.
Monkey bread in bed? That's one option.
Capturing holiday lights this week for posterity can be a challenge. Get some tips. Be brave. Take out the camera again before the lights come down.
Whether you love or loathe them, 'tis the season for movies with familiar characters who come back into our lives each December.
While Santa's travels steal the spotlight every Christmas Eve, Mrs. Claus is making a name for herself.
Sit down and stare awhile. Warmest wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season.
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? (Click for a holiday treat if you're a child of the 1980s.)
Friends dropping by? You likely have the five ingredients for these amazing cookies in your pantry.
Are you a new mom with an old Lemonheads t-shirt? The map below shows where you can find other new moms of your generation.
These sides will take center stage at the holiday table.
Simple tips for making sure all your hard work in the kitchen doesn't go to waste.
Here are some fun and weird facts about Christmas foods that might have you rethinking your own holiday menu and traditions.
From an entire gingerbread village to a life-sized gingerbread house, these sweet and festive creations are the perfect addition to the holiday season.