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
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Exploring County Art Districts: Silver Spring
Introduction: A Brief History Silver Spring’s origins date back to the 19th century Blair summer home, named after Francis Preston Blair and daughter Elizabeth’s discovery of a mica-flecked spring. The… Read More
Exploring County Art Districts: What is an Art District?
Every time I travel in the county, I’m struck by the beauty of the area. Frescoes curling up corner streets, mosaics flourishing between shops. Statuesque animals prowling their plaza, or… Read More
Healthcare Disparities of MoCo
In this eye-opening episode, BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow Marianeli De Leon hosts a critical conversation with Brian Smedley, Senior Fellow at The Urban Institute, and Scott Maucione, Health… Read More
Writing the Wrongs
In this powerful piece, BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow, Aisha Sowe sits down with local government officials and nonprofit leaders to discuss the deep-rooted impact of discriminatory policing on… Read More
The Success of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County
In this powerful episode, Marianeli De Leon, MCM BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow, delves into the rich history and legacy of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County… Read More
Migration to Market
In this compelling story, Aisha Sowe, MCM BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow, takes us on a journey into the heart of Montgomery County’s food system. Through her research, Aisha… Read More
Why LGBTQIA+ Lacks a “Third Space”
In this thought-provoking episode, Andrea Durán, MCM BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ Digital Storytelling Fellow, dives deep into the concept of the “Third Space” within the LGBTQIA+ community. Andrea explores why these… Read More
Friendship Picnic in Wheaton to Celebrate Diversity
The tenth annual Montgomery County Friendship Picnic returns to Wheaton Regional Park on Sunday, Sept. 15, from noon to 5 p.m. After last year’s event was canceled due to thunderstorms,… Read More
Council Approves Plan to Simplify Restaurant Permitting Process
The County Council has unanimously approved executive regulations to streamline the restaurant certification process, with the goal of making opening a restaurant in Montgomery County easier. These changes were initiated… Read More
Rockville to Host International Night in March, Celebrate Diversity
Rockville will host its annual International Night on March 8. “Our International Night is a celebration of the living, breathing example of Rockville’s success as a truly cosmopolitan city, one… Read More
Celebrate Asian Culture in Silver Spring on Saturday
Fiesta Asia Silver Spring will honor Asian cultures on Saturday, Aug. 5. The event, which lasts from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., is free and open to all. Fiesta Asia… Read More