January / February 2024 Archives

What MoCo is reading, watching and listening to

Plus, the most-requested books at Montgomery County Public Libraries

Shine bright in these metallic picks

From sequins to silk, there are myriad ways to rock this winter trend

Decorate your home in shades of blue

Several major paint brands have chosen riffs on blue as the hot hues of 2024

How journalist Drew Magary learned not to be embarrassed

The humorist, columnist and novelist got over his fear of looking bad online

Restaurant review: Germantown’s Laperaux

The Journeymanchef’s French Bistro's onion soup, mussels and coq au vin are bright spots among a rough ride

Ms. MoCo on neighborhood Facebook groups and the Nextdoor app

Online groups can be resources for babysitters, yard sales, lost pets and more (but beware)

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Contemporary art and glossy black touches freshen a 1980s Bethesda home

The colonial in the Avenel neighborhood was stuck in another era before renovation

3 Valentine’s Day dates in Montgomery County

Whether you're falling for your boo, your gals or your fur baby, we have a Valentine's date for you

Welcome to Woodmoor in Silver Spring

An annual music festival adds to suburb's charm

Find winter fun in Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania

Soak in hot springs, go snow tubing or visit a boutique hotel with a smile

Try royally good sandwiches and teas at La Table du Chateau

Find the catering company at farmers markets, corporate events and online

‘The Blair Witch Project’ still bewitches 25 years after its premiere

The horror flick was partially filmed in Montgomery County

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Mushing around Maryland: Go dog sledding in Baltimore County

Get your thrills with an Iditarod-style winter adventure close to home. Snow not required.

Rockville artisan lights up luxury candle industry

Coco House Candles offers hand-poured, small-batch scents

Rockville restaurant offers Vietnamese food with verve

Hello Vietnam! serves up from-scratch pho, rice noodle rolls and more

Flag football is trending in Montgomery County and beyond

The no-contact variety of the sport surges in popularity and inclusion

Q&A with Audie Cornish

The CNN journalist and longtime co-host of NPR's All Things Considered on asking the right questions

Local business roundup: international firms coming to MoCo, and the largest venture capital deals in the county

Plus, a Rockville nonprofit sees increased interest after People website feature

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Outdoor swimmers take a cold plunge

YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase's outdoor pool is a hot spot for winter swimming

All bets are on: What you need to know about sports betting in Maryland

Read up on the ins and outs of gambling ahead of the Super Bowl

Celebrations of the Year: four stand-out parties of 2023

Check out some of the best bashes of the year, including weddings and a bar mitzvah

Local restaurant openings and closings

Plus, a pinch of wisdom from a local chef

Things to do in MoCo in January and February

Check out the season's biggest events