March 29-31 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Welcome to MCM’s Weekend Roundup of entertainment in Montgomery County. Here are 9 things to do this weekend, March 29-31. Friday, March 29 Glow in the Park: The event at… Read More
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Butler’s Orchard Welcomes Residents for Fall Festivities
Butler’s Orchard in Germantown is welcoming the community for another fall season. The pumpkin patch opens Saturday. Apple-picking is Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. “We’ve got our fall festival… Read More
Montgomery County Farm Tours Series: Part One
The Montgomery County Farm Tour and Harvest Sale will be taking place July 23-24, with over 19 farms across the county participating to host events for residents. The tour aims… Read More
Women’s History Month: MCM Spotlights Shirley Butler
In honor of Women’s History Month, my MCM recognizes some of Montgomery County’s most notable women. Women who loved and cared for their community and positively influenced its residents. Shirley… Read More
Susan Butler, Owner of Butler’s Orchard, Dies
Susan Joy Butler, second-generation owner of Butler’s Orchard in Germantown, has died at age 63 after battling cancer, the orchard said Wednesday. “After beating the odds for years, she ultimately… Read More
2021 Pumpkin Patch Guide
October is near and that means sweater weather, trick-or-treating, and pumpkins. But where is the best place to get pumpkins? Many patches in Maryland offer family-friendly activities such as hayrides… Read More
Sunflower Spectacular in Germantown
So you didn’t pop for those tickets to the Van Gogh Immersive Experience. There’s still time to pick up the vibe. Starting August 6 through 15, you can travel to… Read More
Over $200,000 in Grants Awarded to 22 Montgomery County Farms
Twenty-two local food-producing farms in Montgomery County have been awarded $236,804 to improve their infrastructure and expand their capacity. The funds also serve to help the farms contribute local food… Read More
‘A Celebrity Everywhere She Went’: Butler’s Orchard Founder Leaves Great Family Legacy
Butler’s Orchard in Germantown is a staple for family-friendly fun in Montgomery County. Shirley Brown Butler, who bought and ran the orchard with her late husband George, passed away peacefully… Read More
Matriarch of Butler’s Orchard ‘Who Never Really Retired’ Dies
Shirley Brown Butler, whose family owns Butler’s Orchard in Germantown, died Sept. 10 at the age of 91. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her family during pumpkin picking… Read More
Five Things to Know for Jan. 14 in Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Jan. 14 and it is National Dress Up Your Pet Day. If you’re a cat owner and you’re choosing to celebrate, best of luck and keep some bandaids… Read More