Interfaith Team Gears Up For Juneteenth Celebration
A local team of eight churches and synagogues is ready to put on its third Juneteenth celebration on Thursday. On Tuesday, MCM attended the final rehearsal before the Route 28/Quince… Read More
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Celebrate African Culture at Veterans Plaza June 22
On Sunday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. African Roots & Culture will take place at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring. The event, presented by the Ethio-American Chamber… Read More
June 20–22 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
From butterfly gardens to board games, Zumba to art exhibits, Montgomery County offers a full slate of events June 20–22. Whether you’re seeking family fun, cultural celebration, or a creative… Read More
Poolesville Pride Fest Blends Celebration and Protest
On the same day of the nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations protesting the Trump administration, the community of Poolesville gathered together to celebrate love and acceptance at their second annual Pride… Read More
Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission Chair Announces Retirement
Edward H. Kaplan announced his retirement as the Commission Chair of Maryland Public Broadcasting after 18 years in the position. Governor Wes Moore selected current Vice Chair Richard J. Bordoff… Read More
Colored Pencil Exhibition Opens at Strathmore
On Saturday, June 14, the Colored Pencil Society of America opened their 33rd annual international juried exhibition at the Mansion at Strathmore. “We are always delighted to return to Mansion… Read More
Live Music, Dancing Return to Glen Echo Park Thursdays
The summer outdoor concert and dance series returns to Glen Echo Park on Thursday evenings through Aug. 22. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Bumper Car Pavilion. Each concert… Read More
Montgomery Parks Debuts Three New Playgrounds
Looking for somewhere to play with the kids? Check out the three new playgrounds recently opened around the County. Montgomery Parks announced additions to three local parks: brand-new playgrounds. All… Read More
Jeffery Deaver Talks Writing and His Latest Thriller ‘South of Nowhere’
Author Jeffery Deaver sat down with Jennifer Bort Yacovissi at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday, May 17, to discuss his latest Colter Shaw novel, “South of Nowhere.” Deaver is… Read More
Juneteenth Celebrations to Take Place Across Montgomery County
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, marks the day the enslaved persons of Galveston, Texas learned of their freedom, almost two-and-a-half years after President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Today,… Read More
Rockville Police, Main Street Host Neighborhood Safety Day with Demos, Prizes and Food
The Rockville Police Department and non-profit Main Street invite the community to participate in safety demonstrations, interact with first responders, and explore health resources at their upcoming Neighborhood Safety Day.… Read More
4 Parks Receive Maryland Greenspace Funding
Four projects in Montgomery County received funding from the Maryland Board of Public Works under the Greenspace Equity Program from the Department of Natural Resources. The projects benefit local governments,… Read More