The National Symphony Orchestra will perform on Sunday.

Wondering how to spend this Labor Day in Washington, DC?  Here’s what’s going on in our nation’s capitol this weekend.

The Labor Day Concert at the Capitol will be held Sunday at 8:00 p.m. on East Capitol and First Street.  The concert will be performed by the National [...]

A romantic dinner for two can be a great way to start a date at home.

While a romantic dinner at a fancy restaurant followed by a concert or a show can make for a great evening out, there’s nothing wrong with having a little romantic fun at home.  In fact, for couples on a [...]

The dog days of summer are here

The last month of summer is here, and while the kids are getting ready to go back to school, there’s still some time for family outings.  If you’re wondering what to do during the dog days of summer in Washington, DC, here are a few ideas.

If you’re a [...]

There are many different ways to celebrate the Fourth of July but few are as amazing and breathtaking as celebrating this holiday in our nation’s capitol.  Watching fireworks explode in multitudes of color around the many different landmarks in Washington DC is a sight like no other.  Imagine bursts of [...]

Need some romantic ideas for this summer?  While a bottle of wine and a nice bouquet of flowers might set the mood, most women want a bit more for a romantic date.  Here are ten great romantic plans for this summer.

Riding Your Bike. Exhilarating!

Establish a goal to celebrate life in some way, however small, every day. Below you will find a list of simple joys to help remind you to slow down, celebrate life, and enjoy the moment!

1. Have afternoon tea “alfresco”. Find a small coffee shop with tables set up outside; or pack a [...]

Why Do We So Often Think of Mom? So Many Reasons!

Let’s face it, our mothers are constantly in our thoughts, often popping in at the most unexpected times.  What triggers those random memories and make us pick up the phone and call or dig out the old photographs?  Day-to-day chores, new experiences, smells, tastes, [...]

Happy New Year!

Family-Oriented Events

Want to ring in the New Year at a family-oriented, non-alcohol event? Several communities near Washington, DC in Maryland and Virginia host First Night events and other family friendly events to welcome the New Year!

New Year’s Annapolis
This event is based on the “First Night” concept and brings this Maryland community together [...]

Flowers in Movies - Classic!

Roses represent lost love in “Youth Without Youth,” Francis Ford Coppola’s new movie, starring Tim Roth.

Brilliant red petals also command attention in the poster for “Love in the Time of Cholera,” by director Mike Newell, based on Gabriel García Márquez’s novel.

Moviemakers have often used the beauty and symbolism of flowers [...]

A boss creates fear, a leader confidence. A boss fixes blame, a leader corrects mistakes. A boss knows all, a leader asks questions. A boss makes work drudgery, a leader makes it interesting. - Russell H. Ewing

No man goes before his time / unless the boss leaves early. - Groucho Marx

A good boss makes his [...]