Spring Cleaning Your Closet

Spring cleaning your closet

Spring cleaning your closet is one of those things we all aspire to do Pull all the clothes out and only put back what you know you will use. That sounds good in principle but what do you do with the piles of clothes that are left on your bed and the heaps of discards blocking the door? Do national donation centers really need every sweater? Do “recycling” programs at local shops actually benefit anyone? And what about the truly worn-out garments that nobody wants?

Best Irish Pubs in the DC Area

Best Irish Pubs in the DC area

The best Irish Pubs in the DC area are getting ready for you to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17! Are you ready to party? Green beer and corned beef and cabbage! Today, St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated throughout the United States with parades, parties, festivals, and cultural events. It has become a day not only to honor Ireland’s patron saint but also to celebrate Irish culture and heritage in general, regardless of one’s ancestry. Here are some popular Irish pubs in the DC area known for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day:

Water View Homes Around DC

Water view homes are charming all year round! Winter time seems to last forever in January – but I promise that the warm weather will be here soon. You will start dreaming of walking along the beach or sailing on the Chesapeake Bay. Maybe you just want to sip your morning coffee while you are looking at the Potomac River. There are lots of water view homes in the DC area!

Pines of Rome – a Bethesda Institution

Pines of Rome

The Pines of Rome was always my uncle’s favorite Italian restaurant in Bethesda. We used to meet there with him and his sons to celebrate big occasions like birthdays. The food is classic old school Italian cuisine that we all grew up with before Italian food became upscale in this country. If you want spaghetti with meatballs on a red and white checked tablecloth like Disney’s Lady and the Tramp, the Pines of Rome is the place for you!

Georgetown Luxury Penthouses for Sale

Georgetown luxury penthouses looking over the Potomac River and all the city’s monumnets are very special and make a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetheart. What better romantic setting to enjoy for years and years to come! I personally love the idea of a romantic dinner on a rooftop terrace that comes with a penthouse condo or coop! Imagine sipping a great glass of champagne and eating a delicious chocolate dessert while admiring the city of Washington spread out at your feet!

Luxury Homes in Foxhall Crescents

The luxury homes in Foxhall Crescents were built on the site of the hilly 25 acre estate of Nelson Rockefeller in the 1980s. The community is just minutes to Georgetown, the White House, Reagan Airport, the Kennedy Center, and the Battery Kemble hiking trails. Prices range start around $2 million.

Best of Consumer Electronics Show 2024

Consumer Electronics Show 2024

The Consumer Electronics Show 2024 (CES) is an annual trade show organized by the Consumer Technology Association. Held in January at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Winchester, Nevada, United States, the event typically hosts presentations of new products and technologies in the consumer electronics industry. CES 2024 was scheduled from Jan 9-12. As always, the CES introduced some exciting electronics products in all price points.

7 Best Public High Schools in Montgomery County

Best High Schools in Montgomery County

The 7 Best Public High Schools in Montgomery County offer great education, lots of extra curricular activities and some specialized opportuities like the international baccalaureate program or STEM.

A Luxury Home on River Road

Luxury home on River Road

A luxury home on River Road is for sale for nearly $35 million. 2023 was a year of change for Dan Snyder. He sold the Washington Commanders for an amazing $6.05 billion – and now his home at 11900 River Road is on the market , reduced from the inritial asking price of $49,000,000. The property includes 15 acres along River Road and has a royal history, since it once belonged to Jordan’s King Hussein and Queen Noor.

When Does the Christmas Tree Come Down?

When does the Christmas tree come down? or does it stay up all year long in your house? Some traditionalists argue that the tree needs to come down by January 6, the Feast of the Ephiphany.