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Marcello Minna and his mother have returned to Trattoria da Lina, which reopened in Takoma Park this week with a fresh look and new management.
Marcello Minna Returns as Trattoria da Lina Reopens in Takoma Park
Marcello Minna and his mother have returned to Trattoria da Lina, which reopened in Takoma Park this week with a fresh look and new management.
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January 31, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Marcello Minna and his mother have returned to Trattoria da Lina, which reopened in Takoma Park this week with a fresh look and new management.
Afro-fusion fine dining concept VIBE Restaurant and Lounge is set to open this weekend in the former Sky Blue Lounge space on Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
VIBE Brings Afro-Fusion Fine Dining to Downtown Silver Spring
Afro-fusion fine dining concept VIBE Restaurant and Lounge is set to open this weekend in the former Sky Blue Lounge space on Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Afro-fusion fine dining concept VIBE Restaurant and Lounge is set to open this weekend in the former Sky Blue Lounge space on Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
Commas eatery Tato’s expands to Bethesda; Claude Have Mercy’s giant fish sandwich goes viral; and Winter Restaurant Week is extended with local dining deals.
Commas Food Hall Update: Tato’s Heads to Bethesda After Ellsworth Place Debut
Commas eatery Tato’s expands to Bethesda; Claude Have Mercy’s giant fish sandwich goes viral; and Winter Restaurant Week is extended with local dining deals.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Commas eatery Tato’s expands to Bethesda; Claude Have Mercy’s giant fish sandwich goes viral; and Winter Restaurant Week is extended with local dining deals.
The National Brotherhood of Snowsports has announced that D’Nero Willbrich of Silver Spring is one of 35 athletes named to its 2026 Team NBS roster, competing in Ski Moguls and Slopestyle.
Silver Spring Youth Athlete D’Nero Willbrich Named to Team NBS 2026 Roster
The National Brotherhood of Snowsports has announced that D’Nero Willbrich of Silver Spring is one of 35 athletes named to its 2026 Team NBS roster, competing in Ski Moguls and Slopestyle.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:04 AM
The National Brotherhood of Snowsports has announced that D’Nero Willbrich of Silver Spring is one of 35 athletes named to its 2026 Team NBS roster, competing in Ski Moguls and Slopestyle.
Beteseb Restaurant chef and co-owner Darmyelesh Alemu has been named a semifinalist in the Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic category of this year's James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards.
Darmyelesh Alemu of Beteseb Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalist
Beteseb Restaurant chef and co-owner Darmyelesh Alemu has been named a semifinalist in the Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic category of this year's James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Beteseb Restaurant chef and co-owner Darmyelesh Alemu has been named a semifinalist in the Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic category of this year's James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards.
Silver Spring Stage debuts Paloma Nozicka’s 2022 play “Enough To Let the Light In” this weekend, as director Rob Gorman explores its psychological and supernatural themes.
“Enough to Let the Light In” Brings Drama, Supernatural to Silver Spring Stage
Silver Spring Stage debuts Paloma Nozicka’s 2022 play “Enough To Let the Light In” this weekend, as director Rob Gorman explores its psychological and supernatural themes.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Silver Spring Stage debuts Paloma Nozicka’s 2022 play “Enough To Let the Light In” this weekend, as director Rob Gorman explores its psychological and supernatural themes.
Fast-casual restaurant chains Honeygrow and Charleys Cheesesteaks are set to open new Silver Spring locations this year.
New Restaurants Coming to Silver Spring: Honeygrow and Charleys Cheesesteaks
Fast-casual restaurant chains Honeygrow and Charleys Cheesesteaks are set to open new Silver Spring locations this year.
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January 21, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Fast-casual restaurant chains Honeygrow and Charleys Cheesesteaks are set to open new Silver Spring locations this year.
Vietnamese eatery Narin Noodle is now open at the Rock Creek Shopping Center on Grubb Road.
Narin Noodle Opens at Rock Creek Shopping Center in Silver Spring
Vietnamese eatery Narin Noodle is now open at the Rock Creek Shopping Center on Grubb Road.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Vietnamese eatery Narin Noodle is now open at the Rock Creek Shopping Center on Grubb Road.
Six local restaurants are participating in the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington’s annual Winter Restaurant Week, which runs from today through Sunday, January 25.
Winter Restaurant Week 2026: Prix-Fixe Prices at Six Local Restaurants
Six local restaurants are participating in the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington’s annual Winter Restaurant Week, which runs from today through Sunday, January 25.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Six local restaurants are participating in the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington’s annual Winter Restaurant Week, which runs from today through Sunday, January 25.
The Silver Spring station on Metro’s Red Line will be closed this weekend due to Maryland Purple Line construction.
Silver Spring Metro Station Closed This Weekend, Shuttle Buses to Takoma, Forest Glen
The Silver Spring station on Metro’s Red Line will be closed this weekend due to Maryland Purple Line construction.
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January 16, 2026 at 11:03 AM
The Silver Spring station on Metro’s Red Line will be closed this weekend due to Maryland Purple Line construction.
Silver Spring-based Patisserie Manuel has permanently closed, according to a social media post late Thursday night.
Chef Claudia Olea Confirms Patisserie Manuel Closure in Silver Spring
Silver Spring-based Patisserie Manuel has permanently closed, according to a social media post late Thursday night.
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January 16, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Silver Spring-based Patisserie Manuel has permanently closed, according to a social media post late Thursday night.
Renovations are underway at the Analog Market in downtown Silver Spring, and Bump 'n Grind Coffee owner David Fogel is working to open the unique community space at 923 Gist Ave. this year.
Bump ’n Grind Coffee’s Analog Market Third Space Takes Shape in Downtown Silver Spring
Renovations are underway at the Analog Market in downtown Silver Spring, and Bump 'n Grind Coffee owner David Fogel is working to open the unique community space at 923 Gist Ave. this year.
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January 14, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Renovations are underway at the Analog Market in downtown Silver Spring, and Bump 'n Grind Coffee owner David Fogel is working to open the unique community space at 923 Gist Ave. this year.
The Silver Spring-based Vivace Children’s Chorus is now accepting registrations for spring auditions.
Vivace Children’s Chorus Announces Spring Auditions in Silver Spring
The Silver Spring-based Vivace Children’s Chorus is now accepting registrations for spring auditions.
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January 12, 2026 at 11:53 AM
The Silver Spring-based Vivace Children’s Chorus is now accepting registrations for spring auditions.
Haitian cuisine has returned to downtown Silver Spring, with Chez Aviole hosting its grand opening from noon today through 11 p.m.
Haitian Dishes Return to Downtown Silver Spring With Chez Aviole Opening
Haitian cuisine has returned to downtown Silver Spring, with Chez Aviole hosting its grand opening from noon today through 11 p.m.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Haitian cuisine has returned to downtown Silver Spring, with Chez Aviole hosting its grand opening from noon today through 11 p.m.
Red Maple Asian Bistro at the Rock Creek Shopping Center has permanently closed and will be replaced by a Vietnamese restaurant.
Red Maple at Rock Creek Shopping Center Shuts Down, Narin Noodle Pho and Grill Planned
Red Maple Asian Bistro at the Rock Creek Shopping Center has permanently closed and will be replaced by a Vietnamese restaurant.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Red Maple Asian Bistro at the Rock Creek Shopping Center has permanently closed and will be replaced by a Vietnamese restaurant.
Construction is underway for the future Emma’s Torch Café and Culinary Training Center in downtown Silver Spring.
Emma’s Torch Café and Flagship Culinary Training Center Breaks Ground in Downtown Silver Spring
Construction is underway for the future Emma’s Torch Café and Culinary Training Center in downtown Silver Spring.
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January 7, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Construction is underway for the future Emma’s Torch Café and Culinary Training Center in downtown Silver Spring.
Montgomery County Public Libraries users can now print most documents at library branches for free, with a daily limit of 15 black-and-white pages or two color pages.
Montgomery County Public Libraries Offer Free Printing and Copying (What to Know)
Montgomery County Public Libraries users can now print most documents at library branches for free, with a daily limit of 15 black-and-white pages or two color pages.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Montgomery County Public Libraries users can now print most documents at library branches for free, with a daily limit of 15 black-and-white pages or two color pages.
Discount department store chain TJ Maxx is closing its downtown Silver Spring store today after 10 years of operation.
TJ Maxx Closing at Ellsworth Place After 10 Years in Downtown Silver Spring
Discount department store chain TJ Maxx is closing its downtown Silver Spring store today after 10 years of operation.
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January 3, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Discount department store chain TJ Maxx is closing its downtown Silver Spring store today after 10 years of operation.
Significant developments in 2025 included new construction, business closures, a hotel conversion into affordable housing, and notable changes in the local food scene, reflecting broader economic and community shifts.
Spotlight on 2025: Top Stories on Source of the Spring (Most-Read Picks)
Significant developments in 2025 included new construction, business closures, a hotel conversion into affordable housing, and notable changes in the local food scene, reflecting broader economic and community shifts.
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January 2, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Significant developments in 2025 included new construction, business closures, a hotel conversion into affordable housing, and notable changes in the local food scene, reflecting broader economic and community shifts.
Curious about buying your first home in this competitive market? Join Debbie Gerald of Compass Real Estate and Ramez Fahmy of First Heritage Mortgage on January 10 to learn more. [sponsored]
First-Time Homebuyer Tips for 2026 (Free Online Seminar, Jan 10)
Curious about buying your first home in this competitive market? Join Debbie Gerald of Compass Real Estate and Ramez Fahmy of First Heritage Mortgage on January 10 to learn more. [sponsored]
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January 2, 2026 at 11:04 AM
Curious about buying your first home in this competitive market? Join Debbie Gerald of Compass Real Estate and Ramez Fahmy of First Heritage Mortgage on January 10 to learn more. [sponsored]
Café via Roma has resumed its late-evening hours as Maryland Purple Line construction at the Silver Spring Library station nears completion.
Café via Roma Extends Late Evening Hours as Purple Line Work Eases
Café via Roma has resumed its late-evening hours as Maryland Purple Line construction at the Silver Spring Library station nears completion.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Café via Roma has resumed its late-evening hours as Maryland Purple Line construction at the Silver Spring Library station nears completion.
Paris Baguette will open next year in downtown Silver Spring after local franchisee Alex Tran signed a lease for a ground-floor corner space at The Guardian apartment building on Cameron Street.
Paris Baguette to Expand in Montgomery County With New Downtown Silver Spring Café
Paris Baguette will open next year in downtown Silver Spring after local franchisee Alex Tran signed a lease for a ground-floor corner space at The Guardian apartment building on Cameron Street.
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December 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Paris Baguette will open next year in downtown Silver Spring after local franchisee Alex Tran signed a lease for a ground-floor corner space at The Guardian apartment building on Cameron Street.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will offer free parking in all County-operated garages and lots in Silver Spring, Wheaton, and Bethesda on Saturday, December 20.
Free Parking in Montgomery County Garages and Lots for Super Saturday Shopping
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will offer free parking in all County-operated garages and lots in Silver Spring, Wheaton, and Bethesda on Saturday, December 20.
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December 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will offer free parking in all County-operated garages and lots in Silver Spring, Wheaton, and Bethesda on Saturday, December 20.
The Thai street-food-inspired Sweeteria Dessert Café, which first opened in downtown Silver Spring in 2020, is currently holding a soft opening at its new location in Bethesda.
Sweeteria Dessert Café Expands From Downtown Silver Spring to Bethesda
The Thai street-food-inspired Sweeteria Dessert Café, which first opened in downtown Silver Spring in 2020, is currently holding a soft opening at its new location in Bethesda.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:02 AM
The Thai street-food-inspired Sweeteria Dessert Café, which first opened in downtown Silver Spring in 2020, is currently holding a soft opening at its new location in Bethesda.
Silver Spring couple Bruce and Kitty Robinson are raising a puppy for Canine Companions, a national nonprofit that provides free service and facility dogs to professionals and individuals with disabilities.
Silver Spring Couple Raising Future Service Dog for Canine Companions
Silver Spring couple Bruce and Kitty Robinson are raising a puppy for Canine Companions, a national nonprofit that provides free service and facility dogs to professionals and individuals with disabilities.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Silver Spring couple Bruce and Kitty Robinson are raising a puppy for Canine Companions, a national nonprofit that provides free service and facility dogs to professionals and individuals with disabilities.