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Stroll through a curated collection of local vendors offering handmade gifts that are perfect for everyone on your list. Sip signature seasonal drinks from Merriweather District restaurants, enjoy fun giveaways and cozy up by the fire pits.

Despite federal budget cuts that have challenged local economies across the region, Montgomery County, Maryland continues to attract key investment across industries. Nationally recognized as the 3rd largest biohealth hub in the nation, and a thriving cluster for technology, defense, and satellite and advanced communications companies, the County continues to prove its ability to attract established employers, generate high-quality and high-paying jobs, and drive investment to our community.

Bowie State University is rising as a vibrant center for culture, arts and arts education in the Washington region, driven by dedicated faculty and supported by world-class facilities. The university prepares emerging artists to become skilled professionals ready to contribute, lead and create within the creative and entertainment industries.

Tsao Baltimore, also known as Baltimore Watch Company, proudly announces its new partnership with University of Maryland Athletics, becoming the Official Timepiece of Maryland Athletics. To commemorate this collaboration, Tsao Baltimore will release a Limited-Edition Maryland Timepiece, meticulously crafted with authentic wood from the legendary Cole Field House basketball court — a true piece of Terrapin history.

Finding the perfect gift can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also feel overwhelming when you’re short on time and searching for something unique for everyone on your list. This holiday season, skip the big retailers - make your gifts memorable with the Very Maryland’s Best Gift Guide! It’s your go-to resource to find your friends and family something that’s locally grown or sourced from Maryland farmers and watermen.

When you have been serving the Baltimore community for 81 years, you know a thing or two about what customers want for the holidays, and as a local business, Eddie’s of Roland Park provides personalized service you won’t get from a big box store.

For many, the holiday season is about buying gifts, attending parties and baking cookies. However, the holidays are also a great time to give back to those less fortunate.

To honor our service members and veterans throughout the month of November, ZIPS Cleaners is supporting the National Football League’s “Salute to Service,” a program that honors, empowers and connects with U.S. service members, veterans and their families

If you’re considering a career in social work, now is the time to act. Maryland, and the nation at large, is facing a mental health crisis that demands a robust, compassionate, and highly trained workforce. Clinical social workers are at the forefront of this response, providing therapy, crisis intervention, and advocacy in communities that need it most.

Bowie State University is advancing its reputation as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation, launching bold initiatives that empower students to explore, imagine and build. On Nov. 7, the university will host the Fifth Annual HBCU+ Entrepreneurship Conference, themed “Charting New Frontiers: Deep Tech, AI and Innovation.” The conference is virtual, making it open to students, faculty and professionals across the country.

Mistakes can be powerful catalysts for growth, but only if you’ve built a culture of trust, psychological safety, and clear boundaries. At the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute, we see every day how intentional leadership development, clear expectations, and courageous conversations equip leaders to turn setbacks into breakthroughs. Great leaders build teams where mistakes don’t sink the ship, but help it rise. They fail fast, fail forward—together.

Jenny’s focus on fitness and wellness has what may seem like a surprising connection—one that involves her HVAC system. Because in addition to making sure the food she eats is healthy and nutritious, she also pays attention to the quality of the air in her home.

Since 1928, Marylanders have turned to High’s for hand-dipped ice cream and friendly, hometown service. Today, High’s is proud to offer even more reasons to stop in—delicious new food choices, expanded beverage options, and a shopping experience that feels uniquely local.

As retirement approaches, how do you know that you’re truly ready? What are the key indicators that you are financially prepared? How about whether you are emotionally ready to leave your career? How do you figure out what the best date to retire is?

For more than 50 years, the Turner School of Construction Management has been a cornerstone of Turner’s national economic inclusion strategy. With over 40,000 graduates, the program reflects Turner’s dedication to building trust, fostering relationships, and creating sustainable opportunities for growing firms across the industry.