Goddard Watches Atlantis Launch, Fourth of July Greenbelt Style and Circus Camp

It is impossible to describe the sentiment in the air as the Goddard faithful watched Atlantis liftoff. You could see the sadness and pride on their faces. If a picture paints a thousand words, perhaps the can show you what I'm trying to say.

Many are now wondering what's next for the space agency. I sat down with a seasoned NASA veteran to find that out. The answer he gave proved that

Anna Socrates gave an engaging review of the in Greenbelt. She tied the spirit of the city into the spirit of the day in an enchanting way. If you like what Anna has to say and how she says it, be on the lookout. For the next month she is going to cover our Great Escapes column.

Our mom columnist, Dawn Mooney, gave a from her and her son's perspectives. Dawn shares why it is magical on so many levels.

and the events leading up to it filled the headlines this week.