Winners Named for the 21st Annual Bethesda Painting Awards
On Monday, June 9, the 21st Annual Bethesda Painting Awards named four winners for the 2025 prizes. Elaine S. Wilson of Silver Spring won the Best In Show award for… Read More
Arts/Entertainment
MoCo Pride Prom: Creating a Safe Space for LGBTQ+ Youth
Each May, LGBTQIA+ high school students from Montgomery County and nearby communities gather for the MoCo Pride Prom. This year’s event took place Friday, May 16, at the Silver Spring… Read More
Fear of Arrests, Deportation Lead to Cancellation of Salvadoran Festival
The annual Salvadoran American Day Festival that draws thousands of people to the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, will not be held this year. The event was scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 8.… Read More
Miedo a Arrestos y Deportación Provoca Cancelación de Festival Salvadoreño
El Festival Anual del Día Salvadoreño-Americano, que atrae a miles de personas al Recinto Ferial del Condado de Montgomery, no se celebrará este año. El evento estaba programado para el… Read More
Sandy Spring Adventure Park Voted a Top Park in the Nation
The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring was voted a top aerial adventure park in the U.S. for 2025. On Thursday, MCM stopped by the park — known for its aerial… Read More
June 6–8 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Enjoy live music, cultural festivals, family movies, and more across Montgomery County this weekend. Whether you’re into outdoor concerts, chalk murals, or celebrating Caribbean heritage, there’s something for everyone. Friday,… Read More
Where to Find Fireworks on the 4th of July
Every year, families across the county flock to watch fireworks on Independence Day. This year, Montgomery County Recreation hosts free events in both Boyds and Kensington on Friday, July 4th… Read More
‘Lady Astronaut’ Author Mary Robinette Kowal Shares Insights on Sci-Fi and Storytelling
Author Mary Robinette Kowal sat down with Mariko Hewer at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday, May 17, to discuss her latest novel, “The Martian Contingency: A Lady Astronaut.” Kowal… Read More
Free and Affordable Events at Strathmore This Summer
Strathmore’s summer season features affordable, family-friendly arts experiences across the D.C. region. Events take place at Strathmore’s main campus in North Bethesda and at partner venues in the county and… Read More
Richard Montgomery HS Jazz Ensemble Completes a Cultural Circle
This past week, the Richard Montgomery High School Jazz Ensemble completed a cultural exchange with the Pinneberg Music School Clarinet Ensemble in a concert at the Glenview Mansion in Rockville.… Read More
County Library Launches Free App
On Friday, the Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) launches its new mobile app. Now for the first time library patrons can conveniently access a wide range of library resources and… Read More
Celebrate Pride With Events From Councilmember Evan Glass
From traditional parades to baseball games and musical performances, Montgomery County residents will have many opportunities to celebrate Pride Month through a series of events organized by Councilmember-at-Large Evan Glass.… Read More