Montgomery County Vol 2

Restaurants

Ambar Capitol Hill

Small plates menu of traditional Balkan dishes, plus regional spirits, offered in rustic-chic digs.

523 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Phone: (202) 813-3039 | Web: ambarrestaurant.com

Estadio

Small, festive spot serving Spanish tapas & playful plates & cocktails in Moorish-styled digs.

1520 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

Phone: (202) 319-1404 | Web:estadio-dc.com

Founding Farmers DC

Cooperative-grower-owned spot serving farm-to-table-themed American fare in rustic digs.

1924 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20006

Phone: (202) 822-8783 | Web: wearefoundingfarmers.com

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Fiola

High-end restaurant serving rustic Italian food & creative cocktails in a modern, upscale space.

601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

Washington, DC

Old Ebbitt Grill

Iconic tavern offering American meals, including popular oyster specials, in Victorian-style digs.

675 15th St NW, Washington, DC

Le Diplomate

Old-fashioned restaurant with outdoor seating serving familiar French fare, brunch staples & drinks.

Pepe, 1601 14th St NW, Washington, DC

SUCCOTASH

Chef Edward Lee’s classy eatery

melds Dixie & Asian flavors in an inventive menu.

915 F St NW, Washington, DC

Zaytinya by José Andrés

Chef José Andrés’ light, airy mainstay offers Eastern Mediterranean small plates & regional wines.

701 9th St NW, Washington, DC

Tortino Restaurant

Tuscan-style trattoria offering pasta, meat & seafood dishes, plus a happy-hour menu.

1228 11th St NW, Washington, DC

Moon Rabbit DC

Hip Vietnamese eatery with elevated breakfast, brunch & dinner menus, plus cocktails, wine & beer.

801 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC

Mintwood Place

Modern farmhouse style & a French-influenced American menu, plus sidewalk seats.

1813 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC

Apr 14

Roller Disco

Beyond just places to skate, roller rinks of the 70s and 80s were bustling community hubs for fashion, camaraderie, and great music — and Parks Roller Disco is harkening back to those slammin’ good times. Get down and boogey at on Friday, April 14 from 6 to 9 pm, at Ridge Road Recreational Park’s inline skating rink. A live DJ will be pumping the tunes and O’Boy Pizza, Catalyst Hot Dogs, Trippy Tacos and Clayboys Shaved Ice will be selling refreshments. Grab your family, invite your friends, and be sure to wear your bell bottoms, peace signs, tie-dye, and other groovy garb. The event is free, and there will be no on-site skate rentals. Some seating will be available, but guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Visit montgomeryparks.org for details.

Apr 22

National Cannabis Festival

Attendees will enjoy a full day concert day, remarks from members of congress, education sessions, yoga, games, contests, food and drinks. Complete details at eventsdc.com.

APR 23

Fairfax Veg Fest 2023

Enjoy the rock star speaker line up online at this 4th annual event focused on health, environment, and compassion! There will be exhibitors with food, live music, chalk art, and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 6

Rockville Arts Festival

Join us for VisArts’ 11th Annual Rockville Arts Festival!

Shop and stroll at our vibrant outdoor art gallery featuring original art by 130 fine artists and artisans, live music, and art demonstrations and more! Learn more at visartscenter.org.

JUN 11

Gay for Rosé| National Rosé

Celebrate both Pride and National Rosé Day all at the same time! Sip on French rosés and other flirty vinos, shimmy on the dance floor to sultry tunes, and shop the artisan market. Then, before you go, stop by the retail store to grab a bottle to keep the party going all night long! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Jun 25

Bucks-Mont PRIDE Festival

Enjoy live music, food, community resources, family-friendly activities, and more at this free, indoor/outdoor event! Visit bucksmontpride.com for details.

JUL 1

A Taste Of The DMV: Food, Music & Cultural Festival

Come and join us for the festival of the Summer! Enjoy food, live music, culture and an elevated adult experience. You’ll find plenty of food vendors, live art, performers, contests, and games! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

AUG 5

Monkey Con

Monkey Con is the annual meeting of the Montgomery County Comic & Cosplay Club. Members come together and share their passion of comics, anime, media, and cosplay. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

SEP 30

Rocktobierfest

Rocktobierfest features two stages of entertainment, including German and rock music. Guests can also enjoy beverages for sale by local breweries and participants, food, and an artisan shopping area. This annual event attracts more than 3,000 people to Rockville Town Center. Learn more at visitmontgomery.com.

OCT 1

Takoma Park Street Festival

The popular Takoma Park Street Festival returns for its 42nd year of music, vendors, food and fun in Takoma Park. Festival goers will enjoy the day exploring over 150 vendors booths, live music from 18 local bands, food trucks and more. Takoma’s unique shops, restaurants and cafes are all open and welcoming visitors. Learn more at mainstreettakoma.org.

NOV 10

Capital Audio Fest

The Capital Audiofest is an annual three-day audiophile event that caters to music and audio enthusiasts alike. Come to CAF and you can spend the entire weekend looking through vinyl records, listening to live music and or auditioning tons of equipment including: turntables, headphones, speakers, amplifiers, and DACs from many manufacturers and retailers. Learn more at business.rockvillechamber.org.

DEC 20 Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival

The City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival welcomes visitors for another spectacular season. The 3.5 mile drive through the enchanted setting takes you past more than 450 illuminated displays and beautifully lit trees. Learn more at visitmontgomery.com.

JAN 11

Interfusion Festival IX

Interfusion is the largest indoor transformative festival in North America bringing together the like-minded from across the US and beyond. Discover more at interfusionfestival.com.

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

THE DC CENTER FOR THE LGBT COMMUNITY

The DC Center for the LGBT Community educates, empowers, celebrates, and connects the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. To fulfill our mission, we focus on four core areas: health and wellness, arts & culture, social & peer support, and advocacy and community building. We envision communities where LGBT people feel healthy, safe, and affirmed.

THEDCCENTER.ORG | 202-682-2245

NATIONAL LGBTQ TASK FORCE

The National LGBTQ Task Force advances full freedom, justice and equality for LGBTQ people. We’re building a future where everyone is free to be themselves in every aspect of their lives. THETASKFORCE.ORG | 202-393-5177

RAINBOW FAMILIES

Rainbow Families supports, educates and connects lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) families, parents and prospective parents by offering a wide variety of education programs, support groups, opportunities to connect and more. Rainbow Families is a volunteer led non-profit organization supported by members, community sponsors, private and public grants and foundations. RAINBOWFAMILIES.ORG | (202) 845-6913

PFLAG METRO DC

Founded in 1983, Metro DC PFLAG, a non profit, non-partisan, volunteer organization, provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation, and acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity. Our family values stress education, understanding, acceptance, and support, but most of all love, thereby empowering our children — straight and gay — to lead happy and productive lives. WWW.PFLAGDC.ORG | 202-638-3852