St. James Episcopal Rector Completes Pilgrimage to Santiago
A journey that heals the soul.
The day before Potomac’s St. James Episcopal Church Rector the Rev. Cynthia (Cindy) Baskin and her husband Bob were to leave on their once-in-a-lifetime 480 mile pilgrimage through northwestern Spain, she was diagnosed with a stress fracture in her left foot.
Sign Up Now for Potomac’s Got Talent
The Potomac Community Center will host Potomac’s Got Talent in conjunction with Potomac Family Fun Fest on Friday, Sept. 28.
‘Ellen’s Run’ To Benefit Mental Health in County
5K Run/Walk set for Oct. 7.
Ellen Vala Schneider had many friends throughout Chevy Chase, Bethesda and Potomac. She was outgoing, caring and loving — a dedicated mother, attorney and the ultimate volunteer. Her life ended tragically when she drowned in the Potomac River. Her body was found near Billy Goat Trail. She was 51 when she died, but she had made an impact on everyone she encountered.
Teen Protects Friend From Speeding Baseball
Boy’s quick action prevented serious injury.
Two Potomac boys returned to school this year with a harrowing story of bravery and friendship. Fourteen-year-old Sam Parven and 11-year-old Donny Campuzano say they were selling pretzels for a vendor at a Bethesda Big Train baseball game this summer when a second baseman hit a line-drive foul ball into the stands.
Students Raise Money for School in Haiti
St. Andrews’ officials attend building dedication on Sept. 11 in Civol.
Some Potomac students and school officials from St. Andrew’s Episcopal School helped make an educational dream a reality for students at a school in Haiti and were on hand when a new school building was dedicated in Civol, Haiti, Sept. 11.
Letter: Importance of Organic Farms
Gov. Martin O'Malley's letter was timely and appropriate. His letter clearly recognizes the increasingly critical role that small, local farms play in the protection of our State and National food supply. At the same time, the Governor recognized the benefit to Montgomery County students and future farmers, of having a resource where they can learn about the food chain and organic farming practices.
Horses and Riders Go in Style at Seneca Valley
Two-day event attracts competitors from across the country.
The two-day event attracted riders competing in dressage, stadium jumping and cross-country, many of whom travel frequently from state-to-state competing for ribbons, but also happy to just have the experience and a clean round.
2012 Fall For The Book in Potomac
The 14th annual Fall for the Book Festival celebrates the 30th anniversary of The Color Purple with a visit by novelist Alice Walker and presents four authors — Michael Chabon, Neil Gaiman, Rita Dove, and Katherine Boo — with the festival’s 2012 awards.
Potomac Real Estate: July 2012 Top Sales
In July 2012, 47 Potomac homes sold between $3,275,000-$410,000.
Potomac Real Estate: July 2012 Top Sales
Lee Takes Over at Quarterback for Churchill Football Team
Bulldogs improve to 2-0 with victory against Whitman.
The Churchill football team improved to 2-0 with a 33-9 victory against Whitman on Sept. 7.
Potomac Calendar: Sept. 12, 2012
Upcoming events and activities.
Potomac Bulletin Board: Sept. 12, 2012
Upcoming events and activities.
Learning and Having Fun
Potomac Place Shopping Center, at the intersection of River and Fall roads, hosted a free back-to-school community service event on Saturday, Sept. 8.
Renovation Transforms Split-Level
Warren of walls and small rooms grows into an open Nantucket Shingle-style home.
Converting a “split-level” into a form and style that suits a 21st century family has become one of the more compelling challenges in the recent literature of architectural remodeling. Restricted window size, low-ceilings and too many walls are among perceived limitations. But what to do?
Commentary: A Chance to Reexamine Brickyard School Site
On Aug. 12, Gov. Martin O'Malley sent a letter to County Executive Leggett and Board of Education President Shirley Brandman that begins with "I believe we are about to make a big mistake in destroying acres of productive organic farmland which could be a priceless asset to the education, health and well being of generations of Montgomery students." The letter went on to praise the vision and virtues of a Brickyard Educational Farm, already teaching school children about organic farming, looking to supply organic produce for school lunches, offering field trips and eventually a Beginning Farmer program.