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August 9, 2016

One of the first things that visitors to the DC area notice is how many people are biking and walking! This is a reflection of the city’s focus on being green, clean, and health-conscious. There are plenty of DC bike ride resources to help you develop and maintain a bicycling lifestyle, and it’s easy to get started! Biking happens to... continue reading

July 26, 2016

Washington DC is filled with avid readers, and this makes it the perfect place for truly remarkable independent bookstores. For book lovers, there is nothing like the experience of browsing for books in a store that shares the same passion and uses their space to enhance the book browsing experience. DC has several independent bookstores that do exactly that. Here... continue reading

July 12, 2016

Summer in DC is a lovely and beautiful affair, with the natural scenery providing an excellent backdrop for all sorts of outdoor activities. In particular, summertime in DC is perfect for swimming. There’s no better way to beat the heat than to take a dip in a cool, refreshing pool. Whether you’re looking to splash around, get in some formal... continue reading

July 5, 2016

Sightseeing in DC is one of the most common activities that visitors (and even locals) get involved in. Why? The answer is pretty clear — there is just so much to see and check out in D.C.! So many historic sites, monuments, buildings, and places to see. Sometimes, there are so many places to visit that it can be daunting... continue reading

June 28, 2016

Back in January, one of our top New Year’s Resolutions was to eat healthier. One crucial aspect of healthy eating is the selection of ingredients for your food and recipes. For most people, this means choosing fresh, locally sourced organic food.  In the Chevy Chase DC area, most of the neighborhood is on board with healthy eating, and there are... continue reading