Life + Culture

Our Active Senior Citizens

Seniors 70+ are healthier, happier, sharper at any age. Article by David Robert Lambert | Photography by Provided Active seniors, aged 70 and above, have no regrets in life, being healthier, happier, and sharper at any age. The phrase "70 is the new 50" was popularized by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2025, citing research that showed a person's physical and cognitive abilities have improved significantly over the decades, making 70-year-olds today as healthy and sharp as...

Life + Culture

Best of Potomac 2026 in Health, Beauty and Wellness

Spotlighting this month’s standout winners shaping Potomac’s leading health, beauty and wellness community. Article by Anicia Juarez | Photography by Provided Potomac’s Award-Winning Experts Redefine Modern Wellness Across Potomac, a new wave of wellness is taking shape. This year’s Best of Potomac honorees in Health, Wellness, and Beauty span performance medicine, restorative spa therapies, transformative movement, and advanced aesthetic science. Together, they reflect a community...

Health + Wellness

Building Strong Futures with Compassion and Care

How Family Experienced Lawyer Lloyd Malech Guides Families Through Life’s Transitions Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Provided With nearly three decades of distinguished experience, family law attorney Lloyd Malech has built a reputation for exceptional advocacy, unwavering integrity, and a steadfast commitment to his clients. At Malech Law, his guiding philosophy is simple yet profound: represent every client with respect, empathy, and excellence. Malech is known for his ability to...

Home + Design

Around Town

Your Curated Guide to this Month's Events Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided HEALTH & WELLNESS 50+ Health & Wellness Open House Roger Carter Community Center, Elliott City, MD Jan. 14, 2026 At the Roger Carter Community Center in Ellicott City, older adults can explore interactive demos in the pool, gym and dance studio, meet trainers and staff, and enter raffles for prizes, including a Go50+ fitness membership. It’s an easy, low-pressure way to recommit to...

Beauty

Inclū

Embracing Your Authenticity, Owning Your Story, and Facing Each Day with Confidence Article and Photography by Provided Let’s face it: life can be hard, especially in a world where blemishes are judged, discoloration is labeled unattractive, and acne is treated as something to hide. These messages sink deep, shaping how we see ourselves. But Inclū was created to challenge that narrative. Born from shared struggles, Inclū began with a mother who saw her daughter’s pain and a friend who...

Health + Wellness

Smiles of Chevy Chase Promotes Health/Wellness

Dr. Despina Markogiannakis inspires patients to change the world with their smile every single day Article by Mindy Toran | Photography by Ella Scott/ Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, M3 Mitchell Media Ever since she was a young girl, Dr. Despina Markogiannakis was fascinated by the blend of art and science in the field of dentistry.  At the age of 10 she heard a visiting dentist at career day at school describe how he was able to change someone’s life by recreating their smile and she was inspired to...

Travel

The Inn Above Tide

A Zen-Like Retreat in Sausalito’s Seaside Calm Article by Amy Duvall & Glen Cox | Photography by Provided Perched directly above the shimmering waters of the San Francisco Bay, The Inn Above Tide is a restorative haven for travelers who crave beauty, serenity, and effortless access to Northern California’s most popular attractions. Whether you’re visiting San Francisco, continuing north to Napa and Sonoma’s wine country, or simply seeking a peaceful coastal escape, this luxurious boutique...

Arts + Culture

Recovery, Redefined

SweatHouz Pike & Rose brings modern contrast therapy to the heart of North Bethesda Article and Photography by Provided A new year always feels like a small reset button, doesn’t it? It’s a chance to slow down, take a breath, and start over with a clearer head. That was exactly what Brenna Dorsey wanted when she opened SweatHouz Pike & Rose back in April 2025: a place where taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury, but part of the rhythm of life. This isn’t your average spa or wellness...

Home Services

When Is the Best Time to Plant Arborvitae in Maryland?

When Is the Best Time to Plant Arborvitae in Maryland?HO-HO-HO Lovely people. Its Micayla CAnd so the great debate continues-Spring vs. Winter Planting — Pros, Cons, and What Actually WorksOne of the most common questions we get as a Potomac, Md. tree planting company is….“When is the best time to plant arborvitae?”So here is the nitty gritty short answer…(drum rolls please)…There isn’t one perfect season that works for every situation.The longer  and more realistic answer is that both...

Home Services

Fall Tree Care in Potomac, MD: What to Do Before Winter

Essential Fall Tree Care Tips Before Winter HitsHappy Holidays from A1 Tree Pros to you and yours!!! We have been super busy winterizing and performing Plant Health Care in Potomac Md area for the past 8 weeks. So please pardon the late post.We’ve seen a lot of trees this fall that looked “fine” from the street but had hidden issues once the leaves dropped — cracks, deadwood, and old storm damage that would’ve been missed in summer.Fall is our FAVORITE time of year for tree pruning in Potomac...