Home + Design

Build a Backyard Hideaway

The Ultimate DIY Play Fort Article by Angela Broockerd & Sierra Moore | Photography by Janie Jones Photography What if you could give your kids a magical little escape—without spending a fortune or losing your mind over complicated instructions? That’s exactly what happened when one family turned a blank patch of grass into a storybook-worthy play fort. It started with a dream: a cozy A-frame clubhouse where imagination could run wild. A place for pirates to plot, for tea parties to bloom and...

Sports + Recreation

More Than a Ballpark

What Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium Means to My Family and Yours Article by Slater Fuchs, General Manager, Frederick Keys | Photography by Antonia Kovacevic Minor League Baseball has always been about more than just balls and strikes. It’s about community, connection and creating lifelong memories. Nowhere is that truer than at Nymeo Field—a place that holds deep meaning for so many in Frederick, including my growing family. When I first joined the Keys, I knew I was stepping into...

Education

Learning to Hear My Daughter

Uncovering the Beauty in Difference and the Power of Early Intervention Article by Jennifer Amoako | Photography by Grace Gladhill Photography When I first became a mother, I thought I knew what parenting would look like—milestones, baby giggles, first words… But my daughter Saiylor had her own timeline and a different way of showing me the world. As a baby, Saiylor didn’t cry much. She didn’t smile often either. I told myself she was just a mellow child. When others asked if she laughed or...

Arts + Culture

Rising Local Young Author Inspires

The Noisy Leaves by Alexandra Barlow is a Touching Story of Gratitude and Growth Article by Sierra Moore At just 16 years old, Alexandra Barlow has already achieved something many only dream of: writing and publishing her very own children’s book. The Noisy Leaves: A Tale of Gratitude is a whimsical and thoughtful tale inspired by the natural world—one that first sprouted as a creative spark in Alexandra’s fifth-grade classroom. Just a few short years later, that spark has grown into a...

Entertainment

Pints, Playgrounds & Paws

Frederick Families and Pets are the Ideal Guests at These Local Breweries Article and Photography by Tiffany Mahaney Today, the craft beer industry in the U.S. seems as popular as it was 10 years ago. In our small (but prosperous) town of Frederick, Maryland, new breweries are popping open and remain central sought-after places to visit for a lunch date, happy hour with co-workers or a Sunday afternoon out with the family.  The lasting love affair between craft beer and Millennials or “Gen Y”...

Health + Wellness

Starting Parenthood with Added Care

Family Connects Brings At-Home Care to Frederick County Article by Sierra Moore Welcoming a newborn is joyful—but it’s also intense. The sleepless nights, the constant questions and the uncertainty can leave even seasoned parents feeling overwhelmed. Frederick Health’s Family Connects service exists to offer personalized, professional care for families with newborns exactly when and where it’s needed most—at home. Offered free of charge to any family in Frederick County with a newborn—no...

Life + Culture

Splash with Purpose

Brent and Talia Turner Spearhead Splash PoinT Project to Bring Joy and Honor Late Son Simon Article by Emily Holland | Photography by Blueprints by Mahan Rykiel Baker Park is a beloved landmark and common setting in the precious memories of many Fredericktonians, and Brent and Talia Turner’s family have been no exception. Early on in their journey as parents, with two toddlers and a home in downtown Frederick, Talia says that she often walked her sons Elliott and Simon down to Baker Park or...

Home + Design

The Summer Spread

Easy Entertaining, Fresh Flavors & Hosting with Heart Article by Lauren Lane Culinarian, Sierra Moore & LeAnn Parker | Photography by Janie Jones Photography The day I finished With Love, Meghan on Netflix, I thought: “I want to host like that .” There’s something magical about the way Meghan Markle (now Meghan Sussex) brings warmth and ease to entertaining—it’s gracious, grounded and just the right amount of elevated. She makes guests feel seen, spoiled and totally at home. With the...

Life + Culture

Momentum in Motion

S.H.E. Week 2025 Article by Sierra Moore | Photography by Acacia Bowens, Ak’s Grafix & Photo In a world that urges us to go faster, be more and do it all—it’s rare to find a moment that invites pause, reflection and realignment. Yet each year, S.H.E. Week offers exactly that: a space not only to gather, but to grow. Now in its seventh year, S.H.E. Week 2025 builds on a powerful legacy of connection and courage—this time with a theme that propels us forward: Momentum . Organized by the...

Travel

One-Tank Wonders

Out of Office and On the Road—Day Trips That Refuel Article by Sierra Moore | Photography by Erin Gilmore Photography Sure, Frederick has it all—but even the most devoted locals need a change of scenery now and then. Sometimes, the best way to appreciate home is to leave it for the day. Whether you're chasing mountaintop views, strolling historic main streets or breathing in the salt air, these nearby escapes offer a fresh perspective and a welcoming pause. Each destination is just a short...