Weekly events, articles and contests from Washington FAMILY Magazine

Find that "just right" summer camp for your kids! Come to the Washington FAMILY Summer Camp and Activities Fair! Bring the whole family for entertainment, activities, giveaways and more!

When: Saturday, March 28th

Where: Springfield Town Center

6500 Springfield Mall

Springfield, VA

Our annual Best for FAMILIES survey is about to come out! The results run in our July issue and include dozens of the best local businesses voted on by YOU!

But we need your help! Click here for more information and to submit what categories YOU want to see and we will add it to our survey!

Do you know a Mom who's making a difference?

The DMV is chock-full of talented, hard-working and creative moms doing amazing things, and we want to celebrate them! Our Local Mom Profiles feature authors, activists, entrepreneurs, leaders and more!

Nominate a deserving mom today by emailing info@thefamilymagazine.com with subject line "Mom Profile."

RDUTennis offers tennis camps and clinics at more than 30 locations all over North Carolina and now have reached the DC market. They provide an environment that's fun and encouraging for kids of all ages and skill-levels to learn the game of tennis and feel better about themselves. Camps and clinics are focused on teaching basic tennis skills and having fun as opposed to competition. Participants range in skill level from beginner to intermediate, and coaches will base the clinics on the skill level of our participants.

RDUTennis is open to the public, but like to keep our classes small to give more personal, individualized attention. You get the private club service without the private club prices. Summer camps run four or five days during the week. They include snack breaks and recreational swimming at many of the locations for your kids to cool off and have even more fun after a day of learning new tennis skills.

By the way, RDUTennis is not just for kids. We offer adult clinics for players of all skill levels to develop their abilities and have a lot of fun.

Visit rdutennis.net for locations and information on how to sign up at American University and Trinity Washington University summer camp.

St. Patrick's Day Events!

St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner and there are a TON of local events to attend! Bring the family out for a music festival or take your spouse to a local brewery. This master list includes it all! You'll be sure to find the perfect event for you and your family!

Click here for the list!

TIPS & TRICKS

19 Little Hacks
Our favorite is using a pool noodle as a toddler-proof door stopper!

Medicine Reminder
Remembering to take medicine twice a day just got a little easier!

Snack Break
Preparing healthy snacks for the day keeps the doctor away!

Click here for more bright ideas!

ARTICLE

Is Gluten Free Right for Me?

Going gluten free is the dietary trend of the moment. From supermarkets to restaurants, gluten-free fare is now readily available, but is it the right choice for you and your family?

EVENTS

Chamber Music Series

When: March 15
Where: The Lyceum
201 S Washington St.
Alexandria, VA

Fantastic Fridays

When: Every Friday

Where: Port Discovery Children's Museum
35 Market Pl.
Baltimore, MD

Bari Koral Family Rock Band

When: March 13
Where: The S. Dillon Ripley Center
1100 Jefferson Dr., SW
Washington, D.C.

Click here for more events happening this week!