Beautifying Children’s Center
On Friday June 1, the Potomac Country Gardeners founded in 1950, gathered to weed, plant and mulch the garden they have established and maintain at the Alfred D. Noyes Children's Center on Blackwell Road in Rockville.
Spring Horse Trials
Hundreds of horses and riders, including at least one rider headed to London on the shortlist for the Olympics — Allison Springer — converged at Bittersweet Field this weekend, June 16-17, for the Seneca Valley Pony Club Horse Trials.
Letter: Brickyard Fight Is Far from Over
It is dismaying to hear people say that the Brickyard Road School site issue is a done deal and the land lost forever to an MSI (Montgomery Soccer Inc.) soccerplex.
Making the Most of Summer
Advice for planning warm weather activities for children.
“I’m bored, there’s nothing to do,” is a phrase often uttered by children during the summer.
Column: Where To Begin?
I realize this admission may sound weird, but having cancer is boring. Don’t get me wrong, I’m lucky to be alive, and quite happy about it, too. But waiting for the other shoe to drop, i.e. some bad cancer news to appear (lab work, scan, advisory from my oncologist), is tiresome because it’s always so worrisome.
First County Shelter Becoming ‘Residences at Mondloch’
Mondloch House undergoes renovation, will include 20 affordable housing units.
Fairfax County’s focus on ending homelessness took a step forward this month when the county began renovating its first ever homeless shelter - Mondloch House - to increase housing opportunities for single adults.
Potomac Real Estate: April 2012 Sales in $800,000s
In April 2012, 248 Arlington homes sold between $3,100,000-$70,000.
Potomac Real Estate: April 2012 Sales in $800,000s
Making the Most of Summer
Advice for planning warm weather activities for children.
"I’m bored, there’s nothing to do," is a phrase often uttered by children during the summer. The end of the school year leaves many parents scrambling for activities to keep their young ones active and stimulated. Experts say it is important to plan activities to keep children safe and out of trouble.
Editorial: Summer Projects
Reader input needed for community guides, Pet Connection.
The summer is in full swing at the Connection, with many interns and staff members focused on some light and some more serious summer projects.
Potomac Home Sales: May, 2012
In May 2012, 62 Potomac homes sold between $2,525,000-$254,000.
Potomac Home Sales in May, 2012
Father's Day Photo Gallery 2012
We asked our readers to send in pictures in honor of Father's Day on Sunday, June 17. Here are their submissions.
Me & My Dad Potomac Father's Day 2012
Potomac Father's Day 2012
A gallery of photos submitted for Father’s Day 2012.
Winston Churchill Class of 2012 Celebrates Graduation
Winston Churchill seniors gather June 8 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall.
Winston Churchill Seniors gather at D.A.R. Constitution Hall for 2012 Graduation.
Walt Whitman seniors line up June 6 at D.A.R. Constitution Hall
Walt Whitman Seniors gather gather at D.A.R. Constitution Hall for 2012 Graduation.
Potomac Sports Briefs
Former Churchill guard Will Lewis (2011) was recently named to the 2011-12 Founders League All-League team while playing for The Loomis Chaffee School (Windsor, Conn.) as a post-graduate.
Big Train Opens Season as 3-Time Defending Champion
Big Train Opens Season as 3-Time Defending Champion
The Bethesda Big Train enters its 14th season of existence.
Classified Advertising
Read the latest Employment, Classified and Home and Garden Ads!
Editorial: Partnerships That Make a Difference
Strategic partnerships with businesses, community organizations, benefit public good and fill gaps since government cannot do it all.
A few weeks ago, the Connection was lucky enough to be included in a group of Fairfax County organizations honored for their efforts in giving back to the community.
Staving Off Mosquitoes
Chemical-free methods for controlling backyard pests.
Nothing spoils a backyard barbecue like a swarm of bloodthirsty mosquitoes. How does one keep bugs at bay without harsh chemicals? Local experts offer tips.
Trends in Landscape Design
Local tastemakers offer suggestions for making the most of backyard space.
Whether creating a tapestry of bold colors, a sanctuary to escape stress or simply a low maintenance landscape, local designers say taking a backyard from dull to dazzling is easier than one might think, and offer insight into hottest landscape elements as well as trends in sustainable design.