I can not say enough good things about this place. They did shirt printing for my dance team 3…read moretimes now. They printed directly onto the shirts I brought in which was cool since I could pick exactly the shirts I wanted - other printing shops force you to buy their shirts. Sports Extra did exactly what I wanted and it turned better than I ever imagined. And they completed the job very quickly and the price was very reasonable. The owner Todd was very friendly and helpful and helped me decide on the size font and placement on the shirt. The font I wanted he didnt have so he downloaded it for me. His printing guy Rick also helped me on those decisions and had such a warm and calming energy I really feel like it went into our shirts and gave our performance good luck. Our performance went perfectly and we got so many cheers and compliments on our performance and our shirts. See pics below. Thank you to Todd and his team!! Highly recommend!!!

An adorable little store that I've been passing for years and have always wanted to go in. Why?…read moreBecause I always see something with the Maryland Flag on it hung up in the window, whether it's socks, shorts, the state outline on t shirts. Let's be honest. Maryland is the bees knees. Awesome in every way, but especially our state flag. The combination of our state flag, unique shape, and general amazingness should be a point of more pride amongst our residents. In my opinion at least. So I like to rep Maryland hard. Anyways! The store is small and carries a lot of lacross equipment and a few other things. I didn't really pay attention to the sports stuff as I was just there for Maryland stuff. I got a t shirt that says "Keep Calm and Crab On, socks that have the Maryland flag design on them, and sports tape that has crabs on it" They were out of the Maryland shorts when I went, but the friendly cashier said that they'll have some in soon and directed me to follow them on Instagram. So I did, and about 2 days after I left, they posted a picture on instagram saying that they have more shorts. Good deal, I gotta go back and get those shorts.

This a wonderful space for artists and for the community. PG County does a wonderful job ensuring…read morethere are classrooms and galleries for creatives. The artisan shop has a nice variety of local items like art, jewelry, ceramics to purchase at great prices.

I always see this place in passing, but one day I decided to stop in…read more Brentwood Arts Exchange has all types of cool happenings. The space is amazing: Track lighting, natural sun light from the window paneled entrance, large white walls. The design is simple and sophisticated, great place to rent out for an event. Note: they also have a class room that can be rented for presentations and demonstrations. You can purchase original paintings, sculptures, pottery, and jewelry here.Greeting cards of all sorts available with unique and current pop, political- cultural messages and lovely artwork too! I bought this beautiful ring made of rock by Ebony Westbrook, it's called an Upcycled ring. The term upcycle means to reuse (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of a higher quality or value than the original. Yeah a new one for me too! Prices here are very reasonable. A nice place to get that artistic friend /mentor a mature, rare, and eclectic keep sake. For me, as I get older going to the mall and making certain trendy commercial purchases just feels like I'm purchasing junk. So, I am always happy to find nooks in the county or city, where I can get someone something that actually is hand made or represents something timeless. The staff is very kind and friendly. The art exchange gives art classes for children as well as adults, also lots of local art exhibitions take place here, as well as musical performances, everything from Hip Hop to Electronica. I feel an urgency to support this place, because far too many times art hubs get evaporated by big business and we don't miss them until they're long gone. May this place NEVER rest in peace- LET'S SUPPORT LOCAL ART!

I love this place!! This is the closest metaphysical/botanica to me and i regularly visit this shop…read morewhen im low on supplies. Their Florida water runs out fast so be sure to be there earlier in the week to get the stock. There's a pretty good selection of items, and I'd say they're priced fairly!

I could not believe how much and how many products they packed into this medium size space! I was…read morenot prepared for such a huge selection of unique and hard to find things as well as More day today items. The prices seem to be reasonable as well. , I would only hesitate to get five stars because many items did not have marked prices like the votive candles. And even though my friend and I were the only people in the store, no one ever greeted us or asked if we needed any help. And there were two people behind the counter. Not a huge deal and I enjoyed my visit nonetheless!

Parisian trained Barbara Bediam continues to amaze me. Barbara, owner and operator of Hair…read moreCoiffure, continues to be a hidden gem in Rockville MD. It has now been over 10 years since I came to Barbara with clumps of hair missing. Now I continue to be blessed with continued hair growth such that my hair is down my back. Barbara continues to steam my hair with quality hair masks and high quality imported products, this coupled with minimizing the frequency of relaxers, has given my hair a chance to bounce back. My hair is now 23 inches long, full and healthy. Barbara LOVES hair. She also carries exquisite jewelry, gorgeous bags, hats, scarfs and hair accessories. I LOVE going to get my steam which doubles as a facial, and do some shopping at the same time.

She been doing my hair for years! She really knows what she is talking about! I believe the main…read morestylist really enjoy what she does for a living.. she's inviting and welcoming! I've never had a bad experience here like when you to a new stylist. I've been to other places and I normally walk out disappointed... but every time I come here! No way! I'd refer this place to everyone! And I'm excited for the new remodeling they will be doing! So that's going to be yet another I'm excited to come back for!

Dr. Smell Good it is freaking amazing. I see why he calls himself doctor LOL. He has a ridiculous…read moreamount of fragrances to choose from, NONE of them are diluted or burn when put on. And if you don't know what you want, I've never met anyone else as knowledgeable about his products. If you don't know the name of the product, he'll know from a description or he could just help you choose one. Torche fragrances is the best body oil company PERIOD! He has way more than just oils though (shea butter, soap, incense, natural health products...I can't even remember everything). I got an air freshener so my house smells amazing too. Don't waste your time going to anyone else!! This is the only option hands down if you want quality.

Convenient location. The manager is knowledgeable about spiritual beliefs and practices.read more

Apparently, I missed the memo about this place because upon visiting I learned it has been open for…read moreseveral years. Nonetheless, I was pleased to learn of a botanica that was located closer to where I live. Having to travel from Southern PG County to botanicas in Northern PG County, Montgomery County, and Northern Virginia quickly became too much for me. Everyone, including the owner Luis, was friendly and welcoming. I purchased a variety of incense on this visit and made sure to walk around to see the other items in stock. If you know botanicas, this one is solid and carries all the essentials. I will be visiting often as long as I'm living in the DC area.

Haraka hasn't opened yet, but the energy is already great! Every Wednesday they host a run/walk…read moreclub and people meet around 5:30 PM and head out at 6 PM. The owners are super kind and really know their stuff about running. if you come on a Wednesday for run club, you can even check out a virtual mock-up of the store, and it looks amazing. Can't wait for them to officially open! They're already doing big things for the community!

We'd been wanting to check this place out for a while. Today, I was searching around the area to…read moresee if anyone had a certain track spike in stock. Couldn't find it anywhere within 100 miles. I should've just called Haraka first. They had it no problem and held it for us. Super helpful, friendly experience and better selection than many of the bigger chain stores. Oh, and much closer to where we live.

I had such a fantastic experience at Wigenton Candle Co. in National Harbor! The workshop was…read morewell-organized, beautifully set up, and the owner was both knowledgeable and welcoming. She walked us through the process of blending scents, why these candles and oils are health conscious, and pouring our own custom candles. The space itself is bright and inviting, with shelves full of gorgeous candles and décor--it feels like a boutique and creative studio rolled into one. Perfect for a group activity, date night, or even something fun to do on your own. They have multiple items at different price point if you just want to shop!! What really stood out: * Variety of curated scents to choose from (so many amazing combinations!) * Guided experience that's beginner-friendly but still creative * Black-owned business rooted in community and craftsmanship * You leave with a candle that feels personal and luxe and is healthy to burn. Highly recommend booking a session here if you're in the area. I'll definitely be back so worth it!!!

Halloween evening I planned a romantic date night with my SO at National Harbor in Maryland…read more While waiting for their arrival, I walked through the retail district, familiarizing myself with the types of shops, and their offerings. A subtle hint had been dropped before that a couple's event, like painting and wine tasting, was of interest. There was a shop offering that experience, along with one that appeared to pair photography with alcohol?!? After further investigation however, I found 'the one's, Wigenton Candle Co. The experience they offered was much more intimate; creating a candle together. Said candle, would of course be used in the future, and each time memories of its creation would come flooding back. I ducked into the shop for an overview and spoke to the owner, Stephanie. After confirming that it was ideal, I made a reservation for a bit later that evening. Come 7:00, my SO and I arrived for our candle-making session. Being Halloween, most people were interested in far different activities, thus we were the only partipants. Stephanie explained the process to us, then had us sit at a crafting station, which had the ingredients we'd need laid out already. Stephanie provided a thorough explanation of each potential fragrance, including its benefits, and popular fragrance combinations. After testing different fragrances, and combinations, we now had all the ingredients necessary to make 'OUR' candle. Stephanie led us through the process of assembling the candle, and explained that it would need to cook for a number of hours before it could be moved. She also recommended that it not be burned for at least 3 days. As we wrapped up, Stephanie shared candle burning tips including making them last, their optimum placement within a room, etc. I asked what the inspiration was for the store. Come to find out Stephanie suffered the ill-effects that many so when burning commercially manufactured candles. They often include harmful ingredients which can negatively effect one's health (short and long-term), and exacerbate asthmatic symptoms. Needless to say, the candles you make in the store, as well as the pre-made candles and other items, such as diffuser oils, contain none of the 'bad stuff'. As we made our way out the door we learned that it's possible to bring one's own food and drink to a couple's session, adding another layer of intimacy. The reaction to the experience from both me and my SO was outstanding. It blew away all the other couple experience options available at the National Harbor, and left us both looking forward to the day (more likely night) that we would first light 'OUR' candle. We can't recommend Wigenton Candle, and Stephanie highly enough. Get there!!! 'Uncle Mike'