HTC ONE SMARTPHONE KIOSK IN BETHESDA (PHOTOS)

One of the hottest Android smartphones being released in 2013, the HTC One, has arrived in Bethesda. And you have a great opportunity to test it out.

HTC has a giant kiosk outside of Macy's, on the lower level of Westfield Montgomery Mall. It has room enough to relax on the lounge seating. Gadget addicts: report immediately to Montgomery Mall! Here are some photos:

MAGGIE ROSE BETHESDA CONCERT TICKETS NOW ON SALE

Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club has posted its concert schedule, and the Maggie Rose dates (March 8-9) are now available for purchase.

WHERE TO BUY CHRISTMAS TREES IN DOWNTOWN BETHESDA (PHOTOS)

A Christmas tree lot in downtown Bethesda? Yes!  It's on Hampden Lane, just up Woodmont, north of Bethesda Row.  Just follow the signs.

Better yet, buy your tree, and they will deliver it to your apartment or house within 10 miles of Bethesda!

Years ago, there used to be a Christmas tree lot on Bradley Boulevard, on the street behind the Bradley Shopping Center. What's there today? Houses.

You will also be able to buy trees from the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad, on the corner of Battery Lane and Old Georgetown Road. And from North Star on Wisconsin Avenue, along the "Green Mile" between downtown Bethesda and Friendship Heights.

WHICH HUNGER GAMES DVD PACKAGE IS THE BEST TO BUY NEAR BETHESDA?

Saturday is the big day for Hunger Games fans.  You can buy the DVD version for around $17, and the 2-disc Blu-ray for around $20, everywhere.

But for the fanatic, the big question is, which of the more-expensive, "exclusive" packages is the one to get?

We don't have a Wal-Mart nearby in Bethesda.  So here are your three practical options:

Best Buy, 4500 Wisconsin Ave. NW

Best Buy's package is arguably the most deluxe Hunger Games edition

$29.99 Collector's Edition includes 4-disc Blu-ray, DVDs+Digital Copy, "numbered acrylic keepsake," and collectible case.  The case is actually a box with hinged lid and opening flaps.  That acrylic keepsake is a mystery item.  It looks like a book-shaped artwork, with the Mockingjay logo.

Target, 5700 Bou Avenue, Rockville

$24.99 Target Exclusive Edition has only 3 Blu-ray discs, DVDs+Digital Copy. What it does have is the 45 minutes of "Tribute Video Diaries," which are actually video diaries of the actors' experiences while making the movie.

Amazon.com

Amazon doesn't have a special package, but if you pre-order today, you can stream The Hunger Games movie online at midnight tonight (12:00 AM EDT).

What to decide?

Ultimate fans will want all of the packages.  But if money is still an issue, decide what's important to you:

Do you display a lot of Hunger Games merchandise in your home?  Then the Best Buy edition is for you, with the cool box and numbered artwork collectible.

More interested in the actors?  Target's video diaries would be best, and that package does fold out with some artwork inside.

Finally, do you just want bragging rights to be the first person you know to watch the movie at home?  That could make Amazon's offer tempting.

If you buy a lot of these things, you know there'll be future repackagings, and you'll probably end up getting those bonus discs from the other sets one day, anyway.

Which Hunger Games version are you planning to buy this weekend?  Will you host or attend a Hunger Games release party?  Or are you simply tired of the whole Hunger Games phenomenon at this point?

GOSSIP GIRL-INSPIRED TRUNK SHOW TODAY AT URBAN CHIC BETHESDA ROW

Ladies, do you dream of owning Blair Waldorf's entire wardrobe?

Urban Chic at Bethesda Row wants to remind you that wardrobe is not complete without her famous hairbands.  And today from 10 AM until 8 PM, Urban Chic is bringing a line of Blair Waldorf-inspired hairbands and accessories direct from Manhattan to Bethesda Row.

You'll also meet the line's designer in-person, and enjoy free champagne and a dessert bar.  Champagne and desserts at 10 AM - you can't beat that. Oh, wait, you can:  you're also going to get 20% off your purchase today.

Blair Waldorfs of Bethesda:  Tell Jeeves to bring the car around, and speed directly to Bethesda Row.