Credit Nikki Gamer

At various venues across the state and in the midst of the post-Christmas shopping rush, Marylanders are in the midst of recognizing the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa. Kwanza...

Credit Nikki Gamer

At various venues across the state and in the midst of the post-Christmas shopping rush, Marylanders are in the midst of recognizing the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa. Kwanza...

Credit Nikki Gamer

The word Kwanzaa is derived from a Swahili phrase that means “first fruits.” The holiday is replete with symbolism drawn from various African cultures, and those symbols—like corn, w...

Credit Coco's Heart Dog Rescue

When your neighbor on the plane makes sure her items are securely stowed under the seat in front of her, don’t be surprised if the bag starts meowing.  Each year, thousands of anim...

Credit Elizabeth Janney

Christmas is over but shoppers are heading back to stores for two reasons, according to national media outlets. Even before Christmas and Hanukkah, retailers saw a spike in returns.&...

Credit Nikki Gamer

At various venues across the state and in the midst of the post-Christmas shopping rush, Marylanders are in the midst of recognizing the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa ...

Credit Brian Hooks

Recently, Patch editors from the D.C. and Baltimore suburbs compiled a list of what’s “in” and what’s “out” in 2011. Have something to add? Don’t agree? Take us to task in the comments ...

Credit Brian Hooks

This week, Patch editors from the D.C. and Baltimore suburbs compiled a list of what’s “in” and what’s “out” in 2011. Have something to add? Don’t agree? Take us to task in the comments s...