Local Blogs

Evan Glass is executive director of Gandhi Brigade Youth Media, a Montgomery County program that teaches teenagers to use media as tools for greater civic engagement. Before leading Gandhi Brigade Youth Media, Evan spent 12 years as a CNN journalist covering Congress, national politics and the 2008 presidential campaigns of Barack Obama and John McCain. […]

Patrick Drengwitz is a recent graduate of Salisbury University with a degree in Communications and a minor in Psychology. He hopes that one day his passion for sports coverage will snag him a position with a prestigious news station. This blog will comment on all things sports, with a particular focus on Nationals baseball, Redskins […]

A small town, nestled between the three biggest cities in the state, Damascus’ history is as rich as its present. It is a farm town to some, a suburb to others and home to thousands. Living in Damascus for close to 30 years, Betsy Freeman has seen it grow and change and yet stay the […]

Team Results USA’s CEO John Kolm is an innovator of 21st century team productivity programs, a best-selling author, and a former intelligence officer. Originally from Australia, John formed Team Results in 1996 with retired business partner and decorated veteran Peter Ring as the end result of an experiment that began in 1993. Driven by frustration […]

Headquartered in Rockville, MD, Madison House Autism Foundation (MHAF) partners with families, universities, governments, and businesses to create a more inclusive world for adults with autism. MHAF also operates Madison Fields, a farm in Dickerson, MD that offers riding lessons to individuals with special needs, wounded veterans, and the broader community. 500,0000 children with autism will reach […]

Backpack Journalism is a form of broadcast journalism where the individual is the reporter, camera operator, and editor. These individuals have the ability to get into their neighborhoods and communities to find stories that matter to them. These reporters are vital to getting the word out in Montgomery County. Here at Montgomery Community Media we […]

Harmony Express is an a capella men’s chorus featuring the barbershop style. Founded five years ago in Germantown, Harmony Express performs at sporting events, retirement homes, civic organizations, town festivals, restaurants, private parties and other venues. Besides offering entertainment, Harmony Express tries to contribute to the quality of life for all county residents. In August, […]

Daryl Schultz is a retired MCPS teacher and varsity coach.  For the past 25 years he has enjoyed sports, outdoors, pet and family event photography. He brings over three decades of experience as a teacher, basketball, lacrosse and volleyball coach. Living in Olney,  you may find him covering and blogging on nearby private and public […]

Omri Haberman is a Trainer for MCM’s Training and Volunteer Services department. Omri has been with MCM for five years, wearing multiple hats. He has experience as a production technician, teaching assistant and playback operator. This blog will focus on current and upcoming classes at MCM. It is intended for anybody who wants to learn […]

The Bethesda Big Train is a non-profit organization that is committed to raising money to improve the quality of youth baseball fields in Montgomery County and the District of Columbia since 1998. During the summer, the Bethesda Big Train runs a collegiate summer league baseball team for top division-1 players. The players also act as […]

Jordan P. Cooper is a Democratic candidate for Delegate of District 16 in the Maryland General Assembly. Jordan was born and raised in North Bethesda, attended K-12 in MCPS, and began his lifelong commitment to public service in the same community which he now seeks to represent in the state legislature. Jordan has extensive legislative […]

Nancy Frieder hopes her passion for assisting students with their college and post graduate application essays shines through in her blogs. She created The Write Stuff Help to reduce the stress for the applicants and their parents by helping the student pinpoint an essay topic and write it in a way to attract admissions officers. […]

Each week we’re highlighting five great local businesses in the Maryland Burbs of DC, and what area Yelpers are saying about these super unique spots! Follow Mike Bishop’s reviews at yelpmdburbs.yelp.com and all his Yelpy adventures in the Maryland Burbs on Instagram and Facebook @YelpMDBurbs.

Health care has changed significantly over the past 20 years. The latest and most popular health insurance plans are Consumer Driven Health Plans. These plans shift the risk from the health insurance companies, to you, consumer. Medicare changes to reimbursements for medical facilities and for medical providers is causing hospitals to change their way of […]

Why wait for the other sources, when you can find what you need to know about professional soccer in Montgomery County right here?  Direct quotes from the players, action photos, game summaries, and breaking news. David Wolfe – who has covered the Washington Spirit since their inaugural year in 2013 – brings you close to the action.

Health, life and relationships with a little hint of happiness and quantum physics. The laws of the universe are in action on my blog.  

The DC Go To Mom is a blog that reviews local, regional, and statewide cultural, entertainment, and social happenings (and even national travel!) that are especially well-suited for the chic, outgoing mom with new-age kids! Raisa Lefe’ Rouse, is a wife and “renaissance momma” to two boys ages 5 & 7, and a baby girl. […]

Simple Elegance, Dynamic Balance, and Effortless Flow: these are the elements that accentuate the Art of Living. We set out to discover these essential elements in everyday life through our lenses, and showcase the Elementi Style. Journey with Shawn Cartwright and explore Eastern and Western culture, arts and lifestyle.

Aline Barros is a multimedia reporter and community engagement specialist with Montgomery Community Media. Her blog will tell stories about the Latino community, services, and events happening in Montgomery County. A blog about culture, different traditions and the diversity of people and businesses in the community. She can be reached at Abarros@mymcmedia.org and on Twitter […]

Don’t pay more in taxes than you have to. Take full advantage of all deductions and credits available. Planning is the key to successfully and legally reducing your tax liability. The author, Juanita Farmer, is the Managing Partner of J.D. Farmer & Associates, LLC, a public accounting firm, located in Germantown. Rely on this blog for tips […]

Receive practical tips on how to free yourself from financial stress. Hear the inner thoughts of a financial planner as he encounters various financial situations.

Elizabeth Ortega-Lohmeyer is a Multimedia Bilingual Specialist with Montgomery County Recreation. She has lived in the County for 26 years and has been in the fields of media, public relations and marketing for most of that time. She began working in radio as a DJ when she was 15 years old. Currently one of her […]

Mitti Hick is the Community Engagement Specialist and Reporter at Montgomery Community Media (MCM). Her “Flipside: The story behind the story” blog is to give readers a different perspective and angle of a story. She hopes to give you an inside look at various professions and businesses throughout Montgomery County

In May 2015, a year after longtime Montgomery County resident Harry Zubkoff passed away, daughter Elaine Blackman relaunched the blog her dad began at age 88. She posts newfound essays, musings, historical notes, and excerpts from published and unpublished stories, novels, and poems, all mined from his computer and voluminous paper files. As a Jewish […]

Tony Spearman-Leach is the Director of Development and Communications for Montgomery Community Television | myMCMedia.org in Rockville, Maryland. Tony will be blogging from the 2013 Annual Conference of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) in San Diego. Tony was chosen to be an AFP Diversity Fellow at the conference. As an AFP Diversity Fellow, Tony will work to […]

Robin Ferrier works in the Office of Communications at the NIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. She is also the Vice Chair of the Gaithersburg Book Festival and a published fiction author. Prior to working at NIH, she spent 6 years working for Johns Hopkins University. She also worked for Choice Hotels, a non-fiction […]

Leveling the Playing Field has been in operation for four years. The organization has a 6,000 square foot warehouse in Silver Spring, MD. LPF has donated just under a million dollars to over one hundred organizations that span from local county programs as far as Guatemala, Israel and Malawi. Check out our website at levelingtheplayingfield.org […]

Girl Scouts have been active in our community for almost 100 years. From camping, to exploring the DC Metro area, to helping others, Girl Scouts are always on the go and having fun. Follow them right here as girls from Service Unit 31-6 of Girl Scouts of the Nation’s Capital open a new door to […]

Montgomery County native Mike Ritz recently retired from Golf Channel after 25 years as an anchor/reporter.  Previously, he worked for WTTG-TV and WTOP.

Greg Wims has 29 years of volunteer service to the community. He is the producer of Montgomery Matters TV show on MCM, an 8th generation Montgomery County native, has volunteered with 60 non-profit organizations over 29 years and he is also the founder of the Victims’ Rights Foundation. He is the area Governor for the […]

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Shelley Schneiderman Ducker wears many hats – mom, wife, daughter, sister, communicator, coordinator and traveler. Her passion for adventure travel has taken her to more than 70 countries around the world and 34 states here in the U.S. Born in DC and raised in Montgomery County, Shelley seeks out adventure and new experiences not just […]

I am a nationally recognized financial advisor and speaker. I specialize in helping people through life transitions such as divorce, job changes, or death of a partner. I cover personal finance issues facing the working class, affluent investors, and near retirees. My periodic contributions to the market commentary titled “Here’s To Your Wealth” are designed […]

The Ingleside at King Farm continuing care retirement community in Rockville leads the way by creating diverse and enriched opportunities through distinctive and sustainable residential settings where active seniors live in vibrant, caring, and spiritually rich communities, and where they can rely on continuing wellness and healthcare services for themselves and their neighbors. Hear the […]

Sonya Burke is the Multimedia Manager and Producer at Montgomery Community Media (MCM). Her “Inside MCM” blog is designed to give Montgomery County residents a behind the scenes look at what is happening and coming up at Montgomery Community Media. You can also stay connected with MCM by following our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Do you feel like a deer in the headlights when someone mentions insurance? Well, Joe Sperling, J.D. on insurance can help. Life, disability and Long-Term Care insurance don’t have to be scary. This blog will give you valuable information that is easy on the brain. Joe will help you see how to protect yourself and […]

Krista Brick is a multi-media journalist with Montgomery Community Media. A mom of four busy kids, Krista has her foot in high school, middle school and elementary school as well as on the soccer field, baseball diamond, track and volleyball court. Inside her blog Keeping up with the Kids celebrates youth in Montgomery County, their […]

Larry Merewitz will keep us updated on events going on in the Olney-Brookeville area. There are always restaurants opening and other events like National Night Out in Olney and of course the farmers market.  I am expanding my area to highlight different places I visit, events  I go to and things I experience through photos and stories that may […]

As a teacher with 31 years of experience, Mary Ruth McGinn has always sought innovative ways to meet the needs of each of her students. She has spent her entire career in schools where a majority of students speak English as a second language and where poverty significantly impacts the learning experiences and opportunities of […]

Jennifer Kahn Barlow is an award-winning artist specializing in painting life’s most delicious moments. She is constantly searching for amazing treats to immortalize in oil on canvas. Jennifer has had numerous, solo exhibitions in the DC area, including, “Capital Palette” at The Mansion at Strathmore. Jennifer works and lives in Potomac, MD.

Bringing humor to the many challenges of parenting, driving a gigantic SUV full of smelly boys and their friends, letting go of the idea of perfection and tackling middle age all serve as my inspiration. We all have common experiences, I just share my take on the absurdity of every day life.

Since 1983, Manna has been feeding Montgomery County’s food insecure residents. In our 30 years of service, Manna has served nearly 3 million people, 700,000 households, and distributed 45 million pounds of food. As the designated food bank for Montgomery County we are the main resource people turn to when they find themselves in need […]

The purpose of this blog is to inspire our community to be mindful of what is good in the world, to focus on the positive, to be solution oriented and empower one another to make the world a better place. Dara Feldman has been a passionate educator for over 25 years and spent most of […]

Merlyn Reineke is Executive Director of Montgomery Community Media, which provides media training and community-based content by-and-for the residents of Montgomery County. Merlyn’s blog focuses on all-things media, with an emphasis on how community-based media can make our county a better place to live, work and play.

The MoCo Student (www.mocostudent.org) is an independent, countywide news network created in 2012 to share fresh and relevant information written by youth to the wider Montgomery County student body. Since its creation, the organization has been entirely student-run. Today, the MoCo Student is staffed by over 60 selected writers, artists, filmmakers, and editors from more than 20 MCPS middle […]

I am a survivor of domestic violence. In this blog I’ll talk about how to break the silence of abuse and I’ll share my motivation and encouragement to move away from a destructive relationship. I’ll share regional sources of help and how to break your silence. I am an example that there is life after being […]

Suzanne Tobin is a former copy editor and designer for The Washington Post. At 59, in great health and working full-time as a copy editor for AARP, Suzanne was planning a trip to London to celebrate her 60th birthday, when everything changed. She experienced a series of seemingly unrelated health complications that took her from able-bodied […]

Valerie Bonk is a multimedia reporter and community engagement specialist with Montgomery Community Media as well as a dance teacher, choreographer and proud former homeschooler. Her blog will uncover the untold stories of Montgomery County and introduce diverse people and businesses of interest in the community. She can be reached at VBonk@mymcmedia.org and on Twitter […]

Join Golden Heart award winner and novelist,  Diana Belchase,  at On My Mind as she explores life in the Maryland/DC area.  She’ll be brining you print and video interviews with bestselling authors, book news, and details about restaurants, theater, local arts and life in all its glory.  Remember, Diana would like to know what’s on […]

This blog will provide readers with transition and life coaching advice on various topics in order to maximize your potential. In addition to an inside look on a self-reflective journey.

Phil Fabrizio is an award-winning event, news and sports photographer in the Washington D.C. Metro area. He lives in North Potomac and has operated Sugarloaf Photography since 1985. He is a member of the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce and serves on the board of the Glen Echo Partnership for Arts and Culture, Inc in Glen […]

The White Flint area is transforming into a vibrant, walkable community. Keep current on all the exciting Pike District news with Friends of White Flint Executive Director Amy Ginsburg.

This blog will serve as a commentary that explores issues related to the intersection of American politics, race, and gender. Its focus is on the leadership of diverse women who served or currently serve in a role that contributes to shaping the outcome of political campaigns or civic engagement/voting efforts. The blog will also explore […]

In this blog I share what it’s like to live and work in a small town, the people I meet and the things that go on here. Poolesville wraps an agricultural reserve around a vibrant community where family and friends meet at the local Poolesville High football games, march in the town parade and hang […]

Dr. Carey Heller is a licensed psychologist and founding partner with The Heller Psychology Group LLC, which is a small private practice located in Bethesda, Maryland near Montgomery Mall. He specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. Dr. Heller conducts play, individual, and family psychotherapy for a variety of issues including ADHD, Autism, […]

Readers can expect a summary of each Quince Orchard boys’ soccer game for the 2016 season. Game summaries will usually be available the same night as the game. The author, Jeff Holmstead, is a long-time soccer fan and the proud father of a Quince Orchard soccer player. In an effort to keep other soccer fans informed […]

Mike Richman, a long-time Redskins fanatic who grew up in Montgomery County, is Mr. Multimedia when it comes to the Redskins.  He’s also no stranger to fans of the burgundy and gold.  His web site is redskinshistorian.com. Mike is the foremost authority on Redskins history. He authored the most comprehensive journalistic account of the franchise, […]

Donna Evers, owner and broker of the region’s largest independent, woman-owned real estate firm, brings issues, trends and tips to home buyers and sellers throughout the DMV. Donna’s firm, Evers & Company, www.EversCo.com, has a renowned reputation for knowing the region’s neighborhoods and communities.

Revealing Our Humanity strives to provide a meaningful and entertaining window into the inspiration and perspiration that drive a diverse array of individuals to advance the public interest. Content is driven in part by the policy issues raised by Public Interest Podcast, which consists of conversations with politicians, activists, advocates, and others who seek to […]

The Someday is Today blog is a continuation of the discussions that take place on Mack and Bola‘s Podcast…Someday is Today. Someday is Today is a complete lifestyle where we encourage our readers to take control of their lives and start living their best lives by checking off those bucket list items TODAY. We give practical […]

Maureen Chowdhury is a Multimedia Journalist with Montgomery Community Media. Her blog will cover everything music, including concerts and performances happening in Montgomery County. This blog will dive into the diverse sounds that are a part of the Montgomery County community. She can be reached at Mchowdhury@mymcmedia.org and on Twitter @MediaMaureen.

My name is Adina Crawford and my life was transformed about ten years ago when I discovered my fitness journey. Five years ago, you wouldn’t see many people of color running 5ks, 10ks—and I’m a triathoner—and you wouldn’t see them out there either. But more and more women of color are hitting the pavement, and […]

Susan Burkinshaw is a 25+ year resident of Montgomery County. She and her husband have two sons who have graduated from, and a daughter who is currently enrolled in, Montgomery County Public Schools. Susan graduated from The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School MBA program and now works as a corporate controller for CPR MultiMedia Solutions […]

Traveling the world by tasting the international cuisine here in Montgomery County. Hi everyone, my name is Willie James Inman and I’m a multimedia journalist and community engagement specialist for Montgomery Community Media. I love to travel and one of the ways I can do that here in Montgomery County is by trying lots of […]

Wendy has extensive experience working with students of all ages and abilities, with a focus on learning differences and disabilities. Prior to founding Learning Essentials, she served as a faculty member at Saint Petersburg College, a supervisor of pre-service teachers and a Montgomery County Public School teacher. A certified educator and qualified educational diagnostician, Wendy […]

Mandi Wyndham is the Training & Volunteer Services Coordinator at MCM and instructor of  the Summer Backpack Journalism Academy and Citizen Journalism. This blog will be giving a look inside MCM’s Summer Backpack Journalism Academy, Citizen Journalism class and the Training & Volunteer Services Department. Make sure you keep checking in for the latest and […]

Follow the adventures of a single female diner as she navigates her way through all things dining related. Tina Patterson (aka Technicolorgirl) is a long time food enthusiast who enjoys exploring all things dining related – cooking classes, beverage tasting classes and events, exploring restaurant menus, and more. She credits her parents and maternal grandmother […]

Our lives shift constantly. That’s life. New challenges, new demands. You’re at your best and most alive when you meet these holy shift moments with clarity, flexibility, grace and demonstrate effective command over your choices. The Art and Science of You will feature insights, discoveries and scientific knowledge from health and wellness, neuroscience, education, and […]

Discover dance in your backyard with this blog that will give readers an inside look at the local dance scene. Dance enthusiast Megan Piluk will provide updates on dance professional and pre-professional performances in Montgomery County and DC, as well as, ways for the community to get involved in the arts. Piluk graduated from the […]

Haven’t figured out what you want to do with your life yet? Haven’t found a job that gets you truly excited to wake up in the morning? Me neither. That’s why I’m dedicating 2018 to exploring 100 jobs to discover one (or several) that I’m passionate about. And I’m helping others do the same along […]

Jeff Getek is the public affairs manager for Riderwood, the Erickson Living retirement community in Silver Spring. Working with over 2,500 residents provides Jeff with an amazing opportunity to share their life experiences, adventures and continued contributions in the community. As one resident recently told Jeff, “retirement from a career is not an end. It’s […]

A junior at DeMatha Catholic High School. Gabriel has a deep passion and love for playing and writing about sports. He plays Varsity lacrosse at DeMatha and plans to play in college. In his free time he enjoys working out and playing NBA2k17. Follow Gabriel’s blog and share your opinion on local and national sports […]

Niki Wilson, Ph.D is V.P. of Marketing for Paragon Theaters, the new owners of Paragon Kentlands 10 in Gaithersburg. They have several other locations throughout Virginia, Florida, and Minnesota. Their office is based in South Florida. Originally from Fredericksburg, Va., Niki has communications degrees from Florida Atlantic University and Emerson College. With this blog, Niki […]

Zev Halpern is a couples counselor, coach and speaker with over 20 years of experience. He has a gift for successfully working with couples to restore trust, intimacy and communication in their relationship. His laid back yet straight shooting approach is the perfect combination to help couples deal with the issues that have been driving […]

Follow me in this blog as I give you a behind the scenes look at volunteering at Montgomery Community Media. I am originally from the Netherlands, and now live and work in Montgomery County. My interest in MCM began at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair in August 2011, which prompted me to sign up for […]

Travel Tales will provide entertaining, exotic stories about exploration, travel and adventure; with some practical and biographical columns from time to time.

Councilmember Valerie Ervin represents more than 200,000 residents who live in District 5, which makes up the eastern portion of Montgomery County, and includes Takoma Park and Silver Spring. The district also shares boundaries with Howard and Prince George’s counties and the District of Columbia. She was named last year as one of the 100 […]

Culture is the glue that binds us together. It teaches us to embrace our differences and seek commonalities. It’s history passed down from generation to generation. Culture is embracing what was, what is and what can be. My journey is to embrace, learn and share our world through culture, travel, lifestyle and entertainment – one […]

My alarm clock goes off at 2:19 a.m. every morning. Do I have your attention? I have 3 children under the age of 6 and a step-daughter who is a pre-teen, three dogs and a husband. My work never ends. I am a news video journalist/editor for a local television station. Every day is new […]

The World According to Marsha B. How I see the world and wondering if others see it as I do. A peek into my sense of fashion and style. All about my life and everyday scenarios.

Financial planning can be overwhelming to many. We’re here to help. We write on a variety of financial topics to help educate our community on financial literacy and personal finance.  We welcome any suggestions of topics you would like us to write about.  

Laura Rowles is the Director of Events & Marketing for the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) serving almost 400 members by hosting over 30 networking events each year, as well as providing educational seminars and special events. The Chamber hosts numerous events each year including: breakfasts, lunches, after-five’s, ribbon cuttings and special events. The consensus […]