bethesda: Eat Out More During Bethesda Restaurant Week - 01/10/17 03:09 PM
In and around Bethesda we have a wide range of options when it comes to finding a great place to eat. Local restaurants, cafes and pubs are also a leading lifeline for our economy. When we dine out, we are directly supporting our community. In an effort to promote the incredible dishes you can enjoy around the region, and support local businesses, Bethesda Magazine has announced the latest Bethesda Restaurant Week, coming up January 13th- 22nd.
Bethesda Restaurant Week is a great way to check out some of the best places for lunch or dinner in town. Each participating restaurant, pub or … (2 comments)

bethesda: Bethesda Among Top Cities to Live - 12/02/16 11:49 PM
If you are planning a move to the Washington, D.C. Metro region, but are still trying to decide where, Bethesda has much to offer. With a small-town feel, alongside easily accessible amenities and entertainment, this is one top-notch urban village. Bethesda is a caring and special community. From terrific education and health programs, to extensive green space and environmental support, this is a place you can be proud to call home. But don’t just take my word for it, check out some of Bethesda’s latest rankings in online research, and decide for yourself.
 When it comes to urban village life, being … (1 comments)

bethesda: Celebrate the Holiday Season in the DMV - 11/28/16 01:03 PM
The holiday season is in full swing in DC, MD and VA (the DMV) with plenty of ways you can spend quality time with close friends and family. Around the Washington DC Metro area, there are plenty of fun and exciting events and celebrations to join. No matter how you celebrate the season, this is a great time to connect with community through peace and goodwill towards others. Listed below are just a few ideas to help you plan your December.
Get into the spirit of the season as you stroll through Historic Kensington while surrounded by holiday lights. Throughout December the … (0 comments)

bethesda: Find Your Ideal Neighborhood Before You Buy - 11/13/16 11:19 AM
If you are searching for a new home in the Bethesda area, there are a wide variety of neighborhoods to choose from. Whether you are making a local move or coming from another area, before you make an offer on a home, it is important to find the neighborhood you want to live in as well. Enjoying the amenities and features of where you live will make a big difference when it comes to loving life in your new home. Listed below are some ways which can help you discover the ideal neighborhood.
Bethesda as a region has a strong economy with … (1 comments)

bethesda: Remember and Give Thanks this November - 11/02/16 06:32 AM

With November, the chill in the air is colder, and the holiday season is in full swing. In the Washington D.C. Metro area, the heartbeat of America, we take the time to remember our military heroes and give thanks for what we have. Across the region there are a variety of Veteran’s Day gatherings, and Thanksgiving events to help those in need, while spending time with loved ones and others in our communities. Check out some of the ways you can remember and give thanks in November, and celebrate the good in life.
Begin the month with a community gathering at Fall … (1 comments)

bethesda: Begin October at DC Metro Festivals - 09/30/16 01:16 AM
Fall is in the air, and with it comes plenty of fun and family friendly events to celebrate the season and regional traditions. One of the reasons I love living in this area is how our communities support and connect with residents and visitors alike. There are so many different events in our region, deciding what to do can be a challenge. I have pulled together a list of some exciting events all happening during the first weekend of October, a great way to begin the month.
Get into the spirit of autumn at the first annual Fall Festival, hosted by Old … (1 comments)

bethesda: "Curb Your Enthusiasm" - or - Ways to be Enthusiastic about Curb Appeal! - 01/23/12 03:07 AM
Curb appeal is a more important component of marketing a home for sale than many sellers give it credit for- it is truly the first impression a buyer gets.
Whether a drive by or via internet photo, the first view of the outside of a home is the most important and sets the stage for the interior.
Depending on the asking price, if the shutters are falling apart, leaves are pouring over the gutters, the lawn is uncut... you might not get anyone past the driveway.
Here are TEN tips and tricks for curb appeal that will make … (7 comments)

bethesda: What's Happening in Fox Hill in February? LOTS!!! Come see 8300 Burdette Rd Unit 568 for the Best in Independent Living! - 01/29/11 12:31 PM
Fabulous Fox Hill Senior Condominiums at 8300 Burdette Road in Bethesda, MD has a lot planned for the month of February. Here are just a few of the fun events on the schedule for residents and their guests to consider:
Feb 2- A poetry reading with Sydelle Sipress
Feb 3- Wine and cheese + Lunch and tour of the National Postal Museum
Feb 4- Documentary: "War Made Easy"
Feb 6- Super Bowl Party + New York City Ballet at the Kennedy Center
Feb 7 & 21 - French lessons
Feb 8- Foreign Affairs Discussion Group
Feb 11- National Gallery of Art … (2 comments)

bethesda: Share with Me and Others Your Story of SRES - Senior Real Estate Specialist - Lessons Learned are always worth sharing! - 12/29/10 01:43 AM
I did it! I got my Senior Real Estate Specialist designation - the certificate arrived yesterday!
I got a listing a few weeks ago in a lovely active adult community called FOX HILL in Bethedsa, MD. I wrote a blog about it here on ActiveRain.  I knew this was something I wanted to do for myself and for my clients.
Immediately, I felt it would be helpful to learn more about the needs of retired and semi-retired active adults in my area and how to market property to them. It is fascinating how much information was offered through the courses … (7 comments)

bethesda: Recent Sales in Bethesda, MD - Zip Code 20816 - 11/28/10 12:52 AM

Having just gotten a listing under contract in this zip code last week, I thought I would share some recently closed single family home transactions in this area. It remains a great time to buy now in Bethesda, MD and in this holiday season, often sellers and buyers are very motivated to get a transaction to SOLD:
 
BROOKDALE:                         LIST:              SOLD:
4608 Cooper Ln.                  $725K               $825K
4626 … (2 comments)

bethesda: New Listing- Open House:10/30 & 10/31 1-3pm 4725 River Rd. Bethesda, MD 20816 - 10/29/10 02:31 PM
Welcome home to this updated brick colonial with garage- Walk to the Friendship Heights Metro+  shops (Bloomingdales, Neiman's, Lord & Taylor), restaurants (Clyde's, Sushi ko, Lia's, Captial Grille & PF Changs China Bistro) & grocery (brand new Whole Foods Market)! This 3 bedroom home is updated with granite counters and stainless appliances in the light-filled kitchen, which opens to the rear stone patio.  Perfect for entertaining. Gracious living and dining rooms and a large master bedroom with an upper level outdoor patio nearby. Basement is large and ready for your updates with its high ceilings and walk-out doorway + laundry room.  … (0 comments)

bethesda: Great News for Parents of Teens in Bethesda and Chevy Chase - 03/01/10 08:31 AM
Do you love your teens but wonder what the heck is going on with them? - One minute they are responsible, kind, and respectful, and the next they are snippy or sullen? What gives?
Well, Michael J. Bradley, a psychologist who has worked with teens and their parents for 30 years will be speaking:
 This Thurs March 4th, 2010
 at Walter Johnnson High School 6400 Rock Spring Dr.
                                         Bethesda, MD 20814                                             
7:30-9:30pm 
($25 per person)  For tickets, one should call 301-929-8824

            
Topics to include: respecting privacy, helping teens through up and down moods, better … (1 comments)