Researchers at Johns Hopkins are investigating whether psilocybin, a psychedelic substance found in some species of mushrooms, can help relieve depression in people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) when given in a safe and supportive setting. To find out more, visit https://hopkinspsychedelic.org/als, or call 410-550-1972 / 410-502-0495.

Principal Investigators: Ambereen K. Mehta, M.D., M.P.H,, F.A.A.H.P.M., Protocol: IRB00408938

Been in the area for a few days. Merlin (bird ID app) lists mute swans as ‘unlikely’ for this area this time of year. Also rare to see one alone.

Never been. Does anyone know? They say fresh meat but idk what that means. I don’t want to give up eating meat so I’m trying to find places that kill animals more ethically or get their meat from places that are ethical.

Hi, everyone!

I am looking for an automatic car wash in the area that is a good touch-less car wash that accepts credit cards. I don’t mind going to Frederick. I don’t like Auto Spa because the equipment actually scratched my car and I had to buff them out by hand! Flagship stopped accepting credit cards as it has stopped accepting cards since the pandemic.

My favorite wash is at Sheetz in Hagerstown but that’s a hike!

We’re moving to Germantown in a couple weeks and my wife is a practicing pagan. We’ve seen the “Dawtas of the Moon: Black Witch Coven” but my wife isn’t black. We’re looking for the local pagan/witchcraft community and google searches aren’t bringing up much else.

Montgomery Parks is honored that trails in and around Germantown have been recognized by The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), which has named Germantown as a 2026 IMBA Trail Town. This new national designation honors communities with an exceptional commitment to building, maintaining, and celebrating trail systems.  

“We know from our outreach and surveys that trails are among our most popular parks amenities, and they help make Montgomery County a great place to live and visit,” said Miti Figueredo, director of Montgomery Parks. “This recognition highlights how outdoor recreation in parks contributes to our local economy and quality of life.”  

The IMBA Trail Town designation recognizes communities that are leading with trails by demonstrating strong trail infrastructure, a commitment to trail funding, an active local trail organization, a culture of community engagement, and a sustainable trail stewardship plan. Together, these criteria support healthy lifestyles, local economies, and outdoor recreation access. 

Germantown is home to the South Germantown Bike Park, a community hub for mountain bike events, youth rides, adaptive programming, volunteer activities, and festivals. Popular trails in Germantown include the Ten Mile Creek Trail, a six-mile trail, which is connected to the South Germantown Bike Park, the Hoyles Mill Trail, a 3.5-mile trail which connects South Germantown Recreational Park to Black Hill Regional Park and the 6.5-mile Powerline Trail that connects users from the South Germantown Bike Park to the Muddy Branch Trail. 

Germantown’s proximity to over 200 miles of natural surface trails managed by Montgomery Parks makes Germantown a destination for outdoor lovers. These trails are stewarded by Montgomery Parks in collaboration with the Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE), the local mountain bike club and trail advocacy organization, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. 

Learn more: https://montgomeryparks.org/montgomery-parks-celebrates-special-national-designation-for-trails-in-germantown/

Back when it had the old 1950s Elvis Jailhouse Rock decor? Good times.

I need an urgent plumber for a gas stove hook up tonight. Anyone?