Book report
An adventure story for kids, a book on college basketball, and more
July-August 2020
On the cusp of a cure?
Jeff Galvin believes his Rockville cell and gene technology company has found a breakthrough treatment for people living with HIV
Prized possessions
Local interior designers share their favorite personal pieces and spaces
The charmer
A cat named Beckett has made himself at home at a local senior living community
Waterside wedding
At a resort in Cambridge, Maryland, a Potomac couple’s celebration included a sand ceremony and a packed dance floor
Changing direction
Artistic Director Chil Kong is putting his spin on Adventure Theatre MTC
‘Miracle man’
When Mike Lavorel developed a rare infection, likely from something he ate, it didn’t look like he would survive. Less than a year later, the Bethesda dad was coaching soccer again—and adjusting to challenges he never expected.
Screen time
How the pandemic is changing the way a Chevy Chase pediatrician connects with her patients
Ruff times
When we asked local residents to tell us about the pets they’ve added to the family during the pandemic, the adorable photos came rolling in
Porch life
Enjoy the ultimate outdoor staycation with great local finds
Stuck at home
With little warning, local residents had nowhere to go so they tried to make the best of it. We checked in with 12 of them in April and May to see how the pandemic was affecting their lives.
Spreading kindness
A new book by a Potomac mother and daughter offers kids 52 ideas for how to make the world a nicer place
Beach memories
With many summer plans still up in the air, six local families reflect on why Bethany, Rehoboth, Dewey and Ocean City are so important to them
Bethesda Interview: Riccardo and Roberto Pietrobono
The brothers who own Olazzo, Gringos & Mariachis and Alatri Bros. talk about the stress of the pandemic, pivoting to takeout, and how they’re handling the county’s phased reopening
The other Ocean City
Make plans to visit this family-friendly beach town in New Jersey when the pandemic is over
Into the flames
2020 Short Story & Essay Contest: First Place, High School Essay Contest
Day moon
2020 Short Story & Essay Contest: First Place, Adult Essay Contest
A chance for better weather
2020 Short Story & Essay Contest: First Place, High School Short Story Contest
The kids are all right
2020 Short Story & Essay Contest: First Place, Adult Short Story Contest
