IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL.

The Movement Climbing Center

Climbing walls are incredibly popular due to their unique combination of fun, challenge, and great exercise. Come visit the Movement Climbing Center in Rockville to test yourself and get into great shape at the same time.

Movement Climbing Center is a full-service gym that features climbing, yoga, fitness classes, personal trainers, and more. This is the premiere place to get yourself into peak condition, and have a great time doing so.

They offer climbing experiences for all skill levels, as well as offering courses on how to rock climb. In no time at all, you’ll be flying up the walls. Stop in for a tour, book a climb, or take a class. Chances are, once you’re done, you’ll want to get a membership so you can come back again and again.

Located at 725 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852, Movement Climbing Center is open Monday and Friday from 9:00 am until 11:00 pm. Tuesday through Thursday 6:00 am until 11:00 pm. Saturday 8:00 am until 8:00 pm, and Sunday from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm.

Simple Summer-Inspired Recipes

This summer, everyone wants fun, refreshing, tasty, yet easy-to-make recipes! Spend less time in the kitchen, and more time relaxing with family and friends while enjoying some of these incredible recipes. 

Key Lime Cream Pie: This no-bake recipe is cool and refreshing, and the perfect thing to bring to a party or cookout! 

Grilled Chicken and Mango Skewers: Take advantage of mangos being in season with this simple recipe. 

Mint-Cucumber Tomato Sandwich: This quick go-to sandwich hits all the right spots during the summer season! 

Air-fried Radishes: Making for an easy and tasty side dish, wonderful for any meal. 

Hot Dog Sliders with Mango-Pineapple Salsa: Perfect for parties! Bite-sized hotdog sliders with fresh mango-pineapple salsa for a burst of fresh flavor. 

Chocolate Pudding Pizza: For any lovers of chocolate and peanut butter. An amazing and light dessert for a hot summer day! 

Dry Thai: A nonalcoholic twist on a Mai Tai made from almonds and orange flower water. 

Summer Mule: A citrusy, herbal twist on the classic summer mule drink! 

From easy dinners and simple side dishes to delicious desserts and mocktails, these delicious summer recipes are sure to be a huge success!

A Family Night Out at Terra Mare

Experience an authentic taste of Italy at Terra Mare Restaurant right in the backyard of Silver Spring, MD!

Guests will enjoy traditional Italian cuisine including, but not limited to a rich variety of hand-made pastas and thin-crust Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas. Chef Angel Mendoza is a true connoisseur and admirer of Italian cuisine, personally chooses the freshest ingredients to ensure the highest food quality.

Terra Mare Restaurant has a relaxed and cozy home-style atmosphere, this is the right place to enjoy time with the whole family. Come to have dinner with friends and loved ones, have a family celebration or a party, or simply order a carry-out! The “sweet teeth” will fall in love with the original Italian dessert selection. 

Make sure to check out their delicious menu! From appetizers like Calamari, Nachos, Meatballs, and more! Then many Chicken, Salad, Soup, and Salad entree options. Moving on to several Grilled, Seafood, and Pasta dishes. Finally, of course, there are so many incredibly delicious pizzas and toppings to choose from! 

Terra Mare Restaurant is open Sundays- Thursdays from 11 am until 12 midnight. Fridays - Saturdays from 11 am until 1 am. Located at 2504 Ennalls Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902.

Taste Your Way Around the World

You won’t need a passport to sample authentic foods from around the world. Chic Events DC is proud to present the 2022 Silver Spring International Food and Craft Festival. 

A celebration of the nations! From great food, to unique crafts and authentic music, this festival is guaranteed fun for the entire family!

Over 60 artisans and crafters, independent consultants, and small businesses are coming together for the day, while a DJ will play a selection of international music for everyone's enjoyment.

The festival will take place at the Silver Spring Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910. It is scheduled for Sunday, August 14 from 1:00 pm until 7:00 pm. Admission is free, but you are asked to register in advance here. If you wish to join in as a vendor for the festival, register to do so here.

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Foodie Tour and Neighborhood Walk

Are you a foodie? Do you wanna experience all the best foods that DC has to offer? Want to burn some calories then immediately eat them? If you said yes, then sign up for the Georgetown Foodie Tour and Neighborhood Walk. 

Savor the flavors and the sights of Georgetown on a group walking tour. Get an inside look at the trendy Washington DC neighborhood that’s known for its history and noteworthy residents. Visit the meatpacking district, flour mills, and the homes of a few famous Americans. Along the way, delight your palate with a wide variety of tastings. Everything from an Indian restaurant, a traditional deli, a military-themed American bakery, and more! 

Starting at 2 pm, set off on foot, walking a total of 1.5 miles with your guide, at a comfortable pace. The tour will stop roughly every 20 minutes to visit a local eatery. The tour may last between 2.5 - 3.5 hours while indulging in a total of four to five tantalizing food samples and one wine or Spritz pairing. 

This tour takes place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of July, except for July 8th and 9th. Tickets cost $79 per person. 

Matthew Henson Trail 5k

Ready to kick off the official start of summer? Need something to get your adrenaline pumping? Some light and healthy competition? Then sign up for the Matthew Henson Trail 5k! 

The race begins on the Matthew Henson Trail just south of Hewitt Avenue. Participants head east on the trail, looping through the parking lot of Layhill Road, and then back on the trail heading west. At Rippling Brook Drive, runners exit the trail and make a loop through the bus lane at Bel Pre Elementary School, and then back on the trail to the finish at the Hewitt Avenue parking lot. 

As this race is part of the low-key race series, any MCRRC Member can participate for free! But still must sign up for the Matthew Henson Trail 5k here. 

Registration is open to non-MCRRC members for $15 for participants 18+ and $10 for those under 18. Online registration will remain open until the morning of the race. Registration is also available at the race, the day of. 

Taking place on July 16th from 7 am - 9 am. Located at Matthew Henson Trail Parking (next to Global Mission Church), 13421 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD US 20906.

All Set Restaurant and Bar: Seasonally Inspired favorites with a Coastal Twist: Scheduled 4/6: Duplicate?

Treat yourself to a tasty, nautical-inspired meal at All Set Restaurant and Bar. All Set is a great place to enjoy seasonal favorites, and the best seafood from around the coast, right here in Washington D.C. Try something new and give your taste buds what they really want!

All Set Restaurant and Bar has a large menu full of variety, ranging from appetizers to dessert. Taste their popular items on the dinner menu like the fried oysters, the creamy seafood pasta, crispy skin salmon, or the traditional shrimp and grits. Or if you’re like us, and love brunch, come for Sunday brunch and enjoy an espresso martini, while tasting all the tasty favorites on the brunch menu like ribeye and eggs, chicken, and biscuits, or a Maine lobster roll. 

Finally, take a dive into that dessert menu too! With traditional favorites like chocolate chip cookies, sweet potato pie, and apple crisp, or something more adventurous like ricotta doughnuts and fried Oreos, you can’t go wrong. Also, grab a signature cocktail to enjoy too, the list is endless and there truly is something for everyone. 

Go online at https://allsetrestaurant.com/desserts-after-dinner-drinks-menu/ to check out the full menu for yourself and try All Set Restaurant and Bar out today!

The World Heritage Festival

Experience and learn about traditions, cultures, and the lives of other people at the annual World Heritage Festival!

Located at Veteran’s Plaza in Silver Spring, MD taking place on June 5, 2022. Filled with cultural performances, food vendors, and arts & crafts. 

Taste foods from around the world, from all different countries and cultures. Then, refresh yourself with a scoop of ice cream, shaved ice, or even a fresh smoothie. 

Come out to enjoy beautiful cultural performances and shop from over 60 vendors. Displaying everything from fine art to jewelry. Ceramics to crafts. And every creative item in between! Other vendors include area nonprofit organizations, entrepreneurs, and local businesses. 

Even the kiddos will have a fun-filled day at the World Heritage Festival. The Kid’s Zone will be filled with fun and games all day long! 

Totally free admission and fun for the whole family!

The World Heritage Festival takes place June 5th from 1 pm- 7 pm at Veteran’s Plaza in Silver Spring, MD. 

Celebrate National Donut Day on June 3rd!

Yes, there is a whole day dedicated to donuts! What could be better than that! The first Friday every June is National Donut Day, celebrated annually. But, did you know that National Donut Day actually has a fascinating history? 

That’s right, National Donut Day is meant to honor the Salvation Army Lassies. The Salvation Army Lassies are women who actually served donuts to soldiers during WWI. Providing a morale boost to the troops. 

The presence of these courageous women and the taste of home from the donuts brought a feeling of light, joy, and happiness to the battlefield. Later nicknamed the Donut Lassies, they are credited for popularizing the dessert in America. 

Celebrate the day by enjoying your favorite donut! With a large variety of donuts to choose from, everyone will appreciate a delicious donut. 

Today could be the perfect day to check out a local bakery, or find a recipe to make donuts yourself! 

Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day

Coming up on Sunday, May 8th is some people’s favorite holiday- Mother’s Day. For anyone who didn’t know that already, it’s probably because you already celebrate Mother’s Day every day! Here are a few ideas on how to celebrate and thank your mother for all of the hard work she does day in and day out. 

A classic: breakfast in bed! There is no way to go wrong with this Mother’s Day staple. Whip up some of her favorite foods, made with love. 

Give mom what she really wants this year: some peace & quiet! Let her sleep in and do some of the early-morning chores. 

Do some extra work around the house! Maybe while your mom sleeps in, or goes out for a mani-pedi, let her walk back into a spotless home. 

Help her out with some tech! Moms are not always the best with the latest technology, so take some time to answer all the questions she may have about the TV, her new cellphone, or tablet. 

Mother’s Day does not have to be expensive or even elaborate, as long as your mother feels celebrated and especially loved on this day.