Brian K. Marchetti was first cast as Santa in his school play at Glenmar Elementary, and he revised the role in December 1983 during his senior year at Kenwood High School when he was asked by the principal to visit the kids in the school’s day care center. Little did he know that several decades later he would don the Santa suit again and bring joy to the world ⎯ or at least to the Baltimore area ⎯ during the holidays.

The Catholic Charities Child and Family Services outpatient mental health clinic on the grounds of St. Rita Parish in Dundalk is a bustling facility, with a staff of six therapists, two social skills counselors, two intake coordinators – and one chocolate Labrador retriever. Ben, a six-year-old certified therapy dog, brings a calming effect to the clients, which allows them to communicate more openly about their challenges.

This feature shows that the Maiden's Choice Women's Motorcycle Club is not just about riding! These ladies know that giving back to the community is what keeps them going strong.

Annapolis may be a small town, but there is definitely no lack of things to do, especially with the family. Whether you like to spend your days on the water or keep your feet firmly planted on dry land, you’ll find plenty of activities in this historic seaport.

This is a story about two very special women: Lisa McGann believes that people with “different abilities” do not need charity as much as they need to feel a sense of worth. Jane Wolfe talks of the joy she gets from her “guys.” McGann has been involved in special-needs ministry at the parish level for four years, Wolfe for five decades, but they are bonded by the mercy that serves their guests and inspires fellow parishioners.

Elvis tribute artist Franz Goovaerts, 2006 winner of the prestigious Images of the King contest held in Memphis each year during Elvis Week, recently moved to the U.S. from his native Belgium to start a new chapter of his career.

While the traditional museums on the National Mall have cornered the market on tourists, there are a few other D.C.-area museums off the beaten path that score high on education but also factor in lots of fun! While you’re staying at Loews Madison, be sure to check out one of D.C.’s quirkiest museums — without a dinosaur bone or oil painting in sight.

Potential Me is a nonprofit organization that provides disadvantaged women with the tools needed to obtain a career and gain financial independence. Founder Kimberly Klacick opens up about her experiences and why she started this worthwhile organization.

Whether you are a one-person shop or leading a growing team, your small business can get a major boost from public relations. Some people may lump public relations — PR for short — in with advertising, but they really are two completely different ways of bringing attention to your business.

I had the opportunity to interview Mick Foley, a World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) legend, about his comedy tour and his two decades in the wrestling business. What I learned during that interview is that Foley's true passion is RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network), the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.