Life + Culture

Finding Home in Hidden History

Author Brian Myers traces Gaithersburg’s past through personal memory and stories from Montgomery County. Article by Brian Myers It’s extremely difficult to think of living anywhere other than Gaithersburg, Maryland . As I look for an apartment or a townhouse, it’s not just the affordable rent that’s nagging me to stay here. It’s the extra feeling of home I’ll have whenever I take my car out for a drive down Route 355 or Muddy Branch Road. I’ve loved studying maps and roads ever since I was...

Home Services

Potomac Custom Remodeling

From Rock Bottom to Rooftops: Ken Baden's Journey of Redemption Article by David Robert Lambert | Photography by Provided Ken Baden's path to becoming the founder of Potomac Custom Remodeling (PCR) wasn't a straight line. It was marked by triumph and tragedy, addiction and recovery, homelessness and hope. Today, his company holds one of only 14 Owens Corning Platinum warranty designations in Maryland, achieved faster than any other contractor in the DMV area. But the real story isn't about...

Home + Design

Potomac's Home and Design Experts

Best of Potomac Award-winning home professionals Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided NuRoof MD - Arin Moylan Arin Moylan’s NuRoof MD is a premier roofing company serving Potomac and surrounding Maryland communities, known for superior craftsmanship, premium materials, and a commitment to long-term protection. With more than a decade of experience spanning both retail roofing and insurance restoration, the company has built a reputation for delivering dependable...

Arts + Culture

Around Town

Your Guide to Some of this Month's Best Events Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Photography Provided ST. PATRICK'S DAY 2026 Ballyshaner’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Old Town Alexandria, VA March 7 | 12:00PM Free public parade in Old Town Alexandria, featuring pipe bands and Irish dance schools. https://ballyshaners.org/   Ireland at the Wharf The Wharf DC March 14 | 1:00PM-7:00PM Live Irish music, Irish dancers, and more for a festive St. Patrick's Day...

Life + Culture

February Events Near Gaithersburg

Article and Photography by February 1 Billy Price Band & Chris O’Leary Band Rams Head On Stage, Annapolis A soulful, blues-forward concert perfect for date night. ramsheadonstage.com February 5 Taste of Maryland Agriculture Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, Hanover The 56th annual celebration of Maryland agriculture with tastings, wine, and farm-to-table experiences. mdagriculturecouncil.com   January 28 - February 7 Paranormal Activity: A New Story Shakespeare Theatre Company...

Life + Culture

Black in Business Awards

A new celebration of Black-owned business leadership in Montgomery County Photography by Sean Hart — HARTISTRAW The inaugural Black in Business Montgomery County Awards brought together entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders for a powerful evening of recognition and celebration on November 20, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg. Hosted by The Black Business Council in partnership with MBA Growth Partners, the event honored Black-owned businesses whose...

Life + Culture

Mayor of the People

How Mayor Jud Ashman has helped write Gaithersburg’s next chapter Article by Deborah Blumberg When Gaithersburg Mayor, Jud Ashman founded the Gaithersburg Book Festival in 2010, he drew from a lifetime love of reading, including childhood books like Charlotte’s Web and Superfudge, stories he read growing up in Miami. Now, the long-time mayor and small business owner has grown the festival into an annual event that draws thousands of readers and over 100 prestigious authors. It’s one of dozens...

Life + Culture

Gaithersburg at Work

The people who keep the City moving Article and Photography by Cities run on details. The kind most residents never see, but feel every day. In Gaithersburg, that work spans public safety and public works, parks and programs, planning, communication, human resources, and legal guidance that supports nearly every decision the City makes. In this feature, we highlight eight department leaders who keep Gaithersburg moving through steady service and long-range thinking. Some oversee crews...

Arts + Culture

Rooted in Legacy

How the Potomac Community Foundation is preserving African American descendant history while expanding educational access, community trust, and long-term opportunity across Montgomery County. Article and Photography by Launched in April 2025, the Potomac Community Foundation is entering its first full year with a focused mission: honoring legacy while expanding opportunity for Montgomery County’s African American descendant communities. As the county approaches its 250th anniversary, the...

Beauty

Ginger Nail Spa

Where skill, consistency, and care define the modern nail experience. Article by Anicia Juarez | Photography by Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, M3 Mitchell Media Nail care today blends beauty, wellness, and personal expression. At Ginger Nail Spa, that balance is shaped by how the work is done and how consistently it shows up from appointment to appointment.  When entering the spa, you will experience a rich environment of luxury fragrances, marble and quartz appointments in the salon and spotless...