With the start of September comes a bounty of seasonal fruits and vegetables, like peaches, apricots, nectarines, plums, blueberries, pumpkin, and more! Just a short walk or drive away from a number of local grocery stores, produce stands, and markets, the Beacon's location offers many options to find fresh, local produce and spark inspiration for…
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Jun
09
2023
With The Beacon's convenient location between Annapolis, DC, and Baltimore, there's plenty to do each season, both inside and out. Check out these local ideas to enjoy the great outdoors and reconnect with your loved ones or yourself this summer! Bell Branch Park Nestled in Crofton, Bell Branch Park is a delight destination, just a…
Oct
13
2022
Are you pulling out your pumpkins and plaid, and getting your home ready for Halloween? Fall is the perfect time for a refresh! While we may be excited to go out and buy new seasonal décor, that isn't very sustainable. This year, consider starting your search at a secondhand store. You never know what unique…
Sep
27
2022
Welcome back cooler weather! Summer 2022 has come and gone. Goodbye to shorts, flipflops, and relaxing by the pool, hello fuzzy socks, sweaters, and warm drinks! The fall equinox began on September 22 and people may feel a bit melancholy with the cooling temperatures and falling leaves. But Fall is a wonderful season and we…
Aug
12
2022
During its early history as a colonial capital city, Annapolis was considered the “Athens of America,” for its cultural and intellectual offerings, as well as its thriving social life. This small port town has gone by multiple names since it was founded, from the Puritan name “Providence” to “Anne Arundel’s Towne,” after the wife of…