Home + Design

Timeless Treasures

An Antique Dealer's Guide to Styling Your Home Article by Suzie Thornton Whether you're an avid collector or have inherited a few treasured family pieces, antiques can add warmth, personality and timeless beauty to any home. In this guest feature, local antique dealer Suzie Thornton shares some of her favorite ways to incorporate vintage finds into everyday décor with style and intention. Platters and Plates   Hang on the wall: Display a collection of platters and plates in similar...

Arts + Culture

Second Chances

Your Home Should Tell Your Story, Not Just the Story You Inherited Article and Photography by Kristin LeDuc There's a piece like this in almost every home. An antique, handed down through more hands than you can name, and somewhere along the way, you were quietly appointed as its next caretaker. You're not really allowed to give it away. And for years now, it has cast something flat and tired over the room, and maybe over you, too. It doesn't fit your style, or the pace of life anymore. So...

Style + Beauty

Claire McCardell Style

Frederick’s Famous Fashion Innovator Provides Inspiration for Fall Article by Emily Holland | Photography by Kristi Lynn Photography, Illustration by Madelyn Wilson As temperatures begin to cool, many of us trade bright and whimsical summer outfits for styles that are a little more restrained. Restrained, however, doesn’t have to mean boring, and fall offers us one of the greatest opportunities we have all year for intentional timeless elegance. Frederick’s most notable fashion superstar...

Home + Design

A Legacy Set in Stone

Three Generations of Washington Marble & Granite Share How Craftsmanship, Integrity and Timeless Design Continue to Shape Homes Across the Region Article by Mike Ganassa | Photography by Cody Cervenka of Crvnka Photography Behind every remarkable project is a team committed to excellence, integrity and the relationships that make lasting work possible. For three generations, Washington Marble & Granite has embodied those values. Representing the family behind the business, Mike Ganassa...

Wellness

Building Strong Family Connections

One Family's Approach to Creating Connection, Building Traditions and Starting the School Year Strong Article by Danielle M. Rizzo and Family | Photography by Casey Dugue Photography, LLC, Liz Hough of Hough Photography I spend a lot of time helping adults and business owners get clear on what they want, build systems that work, and close the gap between where they are and where they want to be. But my greatest leadership laboratory has always been home. I'm a solo mom to four kids: Cadence...

Sports + Recreation

ELEVATEing Education

How a New Homeschool Co-Op in Frederick Is Building Students, Strengthening Families and Creating Community. Article by Jeremy & Kristen Wojdan | Photography by Rudy Marsh, Lytebox Photography Homeschooling has experienced significant growth across the country, with millions of K–12 students now learning in home-based educational settings. Nationally, approximately 5–6% of school-aged children are homeschooled, and that trend is reflected throughout Maryland. As homeschooling has grown, so has...

Life + Culture

More Than a Best Friend

How Pets Help Children Build Empathy, Confidence and Emotional Resilience Article by Sierra Stults | Photography by Shelby Stults There is a unique magic in growing up with a pet. Whether it’s a dog waiting by the front door after a long school day, a cat curled up on a bed during homework time or a puppy teaching a busy family about patience, our animals do far more than fill our homes with joy. They serve as some of our greatest teachers. For kids, learning to live with and care for an...

Health + Wellness

Leading with Heart

Frederick Health CEO Cheryl Cioffi Reflects on Family, Community and the Compassion That Shapes Her Leadership Article by Dr. Cheryl Cioffi As CEO of Frederick Health, what’s the most rewarding part of serving local families in our community? I grew up in Frederick County, so this work is deeply personal to me. The most rewarding part is hearing stories from patients and families who have received excellent care. Being part of an organization that cares for my own community is a privilege...

Arts + Culture

The Colorful Route Through Frederick

Exploring Downtown Through Public Art Article by Sierra Stults Awareness of Being 22 S. Market St. Created by artist Karen Pollard, this peaceful mural portrays a woman surrounded by flowing color and natural imagery. Painted on the Federated Charities building, the artwork encourages reflection, mindfulness and a deeper connection to both nature and self. Lester Bowie Mural 69 S. Market St. Artist Rafael Blanco honors Frederick-born jazz legend Lester Bowie with this striking...

Arts + Culture

The Dawn's Early Light

Revisiting the Frederick Roots of a Global Anthem Article by Sierra Stults | Photography by Matt Long As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding, the spotlight often falls on the cobblestones of Philadelphia. Yet, for those willing to explore their own backyard, the echoes of our nation’s birth are much closer than many think. Woven into our skyline and etched into the names of our schools and shopping centers. To understand the American story is to understand...