Explore your own back yard by boat along the Potomac with Potomac Riverboat Company's direct service to the National Mall and National Harbor! Leave the car behind and hop aboard their fleet. Explore the sights in downtown Washington and then head over to National Harbor for afternoon libations and evening dinner. Tickets can be purchased on their website, and be sure to check their schedule for the last service of the day. If your boat leaves before your party's over, call an Uber for a luxury ride home. Potomac Riverboat Company is a 20-minute walk from Old Town Commons and a 13-minute walk from The Oronoco. All aboard!

Montgomery County is preparing to start construction on downtown Silver Spring's first dog park across from Chelsea Heights townhomes. Ellsworth Urban Park will be home to the new play space for pups. Today, the park already features playgrounds, tennis and gazebo, all within walking distance of the shops in downtown Silver Spring and EYA's new homes at Chelsea Heights. The move by the County is a smart one, as there are now more households with dogs than kids and dog ownership helps people stay fit, social and active. The park is scheduled for completion at the end of 2015.

This Valentine’s Day, head over to Bethesda Row for a special dinner, something sweet or a unique gift for your loved one. Here are a few fun ideas to delight your special someone.

Whether you are rooting for the Seahawks or Patriots, or just a fan of the commercials, this Sunday’s Super Bowl is a great opportunity to gather with friends and enjoy the local establishments in your EYA neighborhood.

We've loving the new "We Are" campaign at Mosaic, which focuses on the variety of healthy living destinations in the neighborhood. From the nationally acclaimed True Food Kitchen, to the bustling Zengo Cycle, to the relaxing Spark Yoga and Salon Nordine and Day Spa - Mosaic offers a complete selection of specialty shops designed to get your "wellness" on. All this, just steps from The Townhomes at Mosaic District.

Move over King Street. Some of Old Town's best new eateries are finding a home in the north end.