OUR TEAM
MARCH 2021
WashingtonFAMILY.com • 301-230-2222
Craig Burke, Publisher
EDITORIAL PJ Feinstein, Editor • 301-230-6696 • pfeinstein@midatlanticmedia.com
Michael Vyskocil, Managing Editor • 410-902-2319 • mvyskocil@midatlanticmedia.com
Katie Beecher, Staff Writer • 410-902-2328 • kbeecher@midatlanticmedia.com
ADVERTISING Account Executives
Mary Ramsdale, Kim Coates Schofield, Stacie Shapero, Sylvia Witaschek
BUSINESS Kris Ries, Accounting Manager • 443-471-5355 • kries@midatlanticmedia.com
CONTRIBUTORS Amy K. Alapati, Nathania Cantanucci, Elena Epstein, Aliza Friedlander, Shannon Levitt,
Sarah Lyons, Amanda M. Socci, Jennifer Marino Walters
INTERNS Jenn Attanasio
CREATIVE Jay Sevidal, Graphic Deisgner
James Meskunas, Digital Media Manager
MID-ATLANTIC MEDIA
In the Heart of Historic Downtown Frederick, MD
Along Beautiful Carroll Creek Park Promenade
Experience changing solo and
group exhibitions in 7 galleries;
monthly programs, classes, and
workshops for all ages; online
experiences; and a Gift Gallery
featuring works by regional artists
Chris Corson
Open Daily | FREE ADMISSION
Craig Burke, CEO/Publisher • cburke@midatlanticmedia.com
Jeni Mann Tough, Director of Marketing & Custom Media • jmann@midatlanticmedia.com
2020 Special Series
2020 Calendar of
Events 2020
Family Matters
Family Fun
2020 Table of
Contents 2020
Single Page
Design Interior
Illustration 40 S Carroll St | Frederick, MD
301.698.0656 DELAPLAINE.ORG
© Washington Family. Washington Family is published 12 times a year by Mid-Atlantic Media, and is distributed free of charge
throughout Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Correspondence and editorial submissions from our readers are
welcomed. We reserve the right to edit, reject or comment on all editorial and advertising material submitted. We are not responsible
for the return of any unsolicited materials. The acceptance of advertising by Washington Family does not constitute an endorsement of
the products, services or information. All rights reserved. Any reproduction of this publication, in whole or in part, is strictly forbidden
without expressed written permission.

11900 Parklawn Drive, Suite 300 | Rockville, MD 20852 | 301-230-2222 or 703-318-1385 | washingtonfamily.com
4 Washington FAMILY MARCH 2021



FIRST WORD
Take a Look in a Book
PJ Feinstein
Editor pfeinstein@midatlanticmedia.com
Facebook @WashingtonFamilyMagazine​
Twitter @FAMILYMagDC
Pinterest @familymagazine
Instagram @washingtonfamilymag
Email us
Let us know what’s on your mind.

info@washingtonFAMILY.com COMING IN
APRIL In the year since the pandemic began, my 9-year-old
son has downloaded 137 Boxcar Children books onto
his Kindle—and read them all. He’s also finished
stacks and stacks of juvenile mystery, fantasy and
fiction books borrowed from the library or delivered
to our doorstep from Amazon. If he’s not playing
Minecraft or Roblox with friends, practicing karate
or arguing with his younger brother, he’s probably
reading in his room.

I was just like him when I was a kid. Books were
my escape, and I read them quickly, too. My favorite
series when I was my son’s age was The Baby-Sitters
Club by Ann M. Martin, and I can remember how
excited I was each time a new book was published.

Eventually, I outgrew the series, but my love of
reading remained steadfast.

Naturally, I’m excited that March is National Book
Month. To celebrate, we’re shining a spotlight on five
local children’s book authors and one very lucky little
girl whose artwork is featured in J.K. Rowling’s new
book, “The Ickabog.” Our spring intern, University
of Maryland senior Jenn Attanasio, did a fantastic job
interviewing the talented 8-year-old artist as well as
writing about art subscription boxes for crafty kids.

Also in this issue: Writer Aliza Friedlander explores
the growing popularity of Little Free Libraries and
how you can set one up in your own front yard or
neighborhood. Our friends at Montgomery County
Public Libraries are joining us for the first time to share
books about drawing, painting, sewing, filmmaking and
other visual arts. And we take a look at the benefits of
theater arts programming for children of all abilities.

For almost a year, Washington FAMILY has been
producing only digital editions. So it feels a bit like
serendipity that we’re making our return to print in a
month that’s all about reading and writing. I hope you
enjoy this issue as much as we enjoyed making it.

Stay safe and healthy! n
Health & Fitness/
Sports 2 019
W IN
N ER
Washington FAMILY
Plus Summer Camps,
Easter & Passover
events ... and more
news that parents
need! The Area’s Leader in STEM Education
Winner for Best STEM Program for the 2nd consecutive year
Target parents
in the DMV
Please call 301-770-4370
to learn more!
Print | Digital
Call to advertise: 301-230-2222, Ext. 4 or
email advertising@washingtonfamily.com
Preschool-8th Grade
www.feynmanschool.org WashingtonFAMILY.com 5