Patch has relaunched its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about their community to vote for the best places in the greater Silver Spring area: Wheaton, Colesville, Takoma Park, and of course downtown Silver Spring.

The nomination period ended July 9. Voting begins July 23 and ends at midnight Aug 17.

Nominees were added as comments below and Patch is using its discretion in adding to the nominations if readers declined to weigh in.

Remember, voting will be closed before July 23 and after Aug. 17. During live voting, you'll be asked to create an account in order to cast your ballot. Thanks in advance for your participation!       

Want to vote for your favorites in other categories? Make sure you check out these Readers' Choice contests:

The categories are below. Vote your favorites on Silver Spring Patch by Aug. 17!

• Best Pizza
• Best Wings
• Best Sushi 
• Best Happy Hour 
• Best Frozen Treats 
• Best Coffee Shop
• Best Art Gallery
• Best Concert Venue
• Best Historic Site
• Best Swimming Pool
• Best Teacher
• Best Day Care
• Best Park
• Best Summer Camp
• Best Women’s Clothing Store
• Best Farmers Market
• Best Florist
• Best Dry Cleaner
• Best Yoga Studio
• Best Gym
• Best Doctor
• Best Dentist
• Best Hair Salon
• Best Spa
• Best Auto Shop

Don’t forget to tell your friends on Facebook, Twitter and email!

Sign up for the Silver Spring Patch newsletter to find out when voting starts so you can support your favorite institution in the Readers' Choice contest.