Features

Even if, like my husband, you are a staunch contrarian who scoffs at the act of setting new year’s resolutions, the symbolic act of kicking 2020 to the curb will probably tempt former skeptics this January. Many of us may have slid into new habits shaped in response to our …

Thanksgiving is traditionally the time when we give thanks for the opportunity to slow down and spend quality time with the people we love. We crowd around the dining room table with our extended family, often adding a folding table or two at the ends to seat as many people …

Meet Dr. Wendy Osefo, assistant professor at Johns Hopkins School of Education, and TV personality on BRAVO TV’s “Real Housewives of Potomac.” Wendy is married to her husband Edward and is mom to three children, ages 7, 5 and 13 months. What do you love about the work you do? …

The COVID-19 pandemic can’t dampen the fall and Halloween spirit of the Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore’s Harbor Harvest festival. Taking place from Oct. 19 to 31 online, Harbor Harvest features costume contests for people and pets, an interactive Mr. Trash Wheel’s DIY pumpkin craft and a visit to Mary’s Go …

School is almost back in session. That means that your kids may need new clothes, backpacks and, of course, school supplies — all the fresh paper, folders and pens they can get their hands on. But not every family is fortunate enough to be able to buy all the school …

The 2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee, held this week at Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, was the largest ever, with 562 competitors ranging in age from 7 to 15. Two spellers from Maryland: Saketh Sundar from Howard County and Anson Cook from Montgomery County, advanced to …

Just in time for Mother’s Day, Baltimore’s Child has launched its first-ever Moms of the Year feature. These seven women were nominated by family, friends and community members who thank them for their hard work, love, patience, daily wisdom, sweet words and comforting hugs … and so much more. We …

Birthday parties are supposed to be fun, but of course, there is often a fair amount of behind-the-scenes work (from parents) to make sure the day is both a good time and a good memory. With that in mind, we asked area parents for their best birthday party advice and …

Our Teachers of the Year contest is back! Click here to enter your favorite teacher. Tell us why she or he deserves to win. There’s no time to waste: The deadline is Friday, June 7. We look forward to reading your entry. Winners will be announced in our September issue! …

The idea of summer camp can be daunting for both parents and kids, especially if a child has never been. How do you even know if your child is ready to go to camp? Alicia Berlin, director of Camps Airy and Louise near Thurmont, says that children may be ready …