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There’s something special about reading in the summertime. Stashing a book in your pool or beach bag or even carrying one (and/or your e-reader) along on errands or travels becomes a cherished part of the routine at this time of the year. With that said, I want to know: “What are you reading this summer?” […]

People who love dogs, and even some who don’t, will often say that playing with a dog makes them happier. There is something about the affection of an animal that can improve moods and other areas of functioning. That being said, few people think about how dogs can be helpful in treating ADHD, Autism, depression, […]

A look back at some of the recent comments posted on the MyMCMedia website. Home Arts: Dolls & Toys, Crochet & Knit This was a very interesting blog……fun to see all the examples of crochet and knitting. I particularly like hearing your voice on the videos, Dotty. Your second career has been wonderfully developed and […]

With school coming to an end in June, we at MCM looked at some training ideas that would focus on middle and high school kids that may be fun after a long school year. We already had Back Pack Journalism planned and the Docs in Progress classes doing short documentaries, and  music videos.  We thought maybe a […]

How many prongs do you see in the picture above? When you think you have counted them, count them again. It’s easy to look and still not really see some things. I was driving down Shady Grove Road towards Manna and noticed on the sidewalk ahead a father and daughter taking a stroll. Such a […]

Crossing the threshold of area embassies is literally setting foot in another nation. Without getting your passport stamped, the food, art, and culture of another world waits behind those massive, closed doors.  Last Friday night I was lucky enough to be a guest at the Royal Thai Embassy in Georgetown. The food was sumptuous, the […]

We are excited to announce that multimedia journalist Krista Brick has joined the MyMCMedia web team. Brick is the former managing editor of the Gazette newspaper. A graduate of Syracuse University, Brick began her career as a newspaper journalist on Maryland’s eastern shore. She has written extensively for local papers and magazines, was a regional […]

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) conducted a “Ribbon Cutting” Ceremony for Pet Valu. Pet Valu is located at 515 Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg. The ceremony was conducted on Friday, June 27, 2014. Pet Valu is a specialty pet retailer that carries the latest in premium and holistic pet foods, as well as a […]

One extra hole of golf, a little drama in the water around the last green, a trophy on a bed of roses, young children rushing into their father’s grasp who just became the double-winner of the Quicken Loans National, Justin Rose. It all happened right there before us on the par four 18th hole with […]

The Quicken Loans National (QLN) as title sponsor for the Tiger Woods Foundation prides itself on its commitment to celebrating the men and women of the Armed Forces. During tournament week, over 30,000 military personnel are provided free admission. Throughout the course, you are reminded of the military ties to this area. Perhaps the most […]