Butler’s Orchard Celebrates 75 Years
It started as a small peach stand in 1950 and is now a destination pick-your-own farm — Butler’s Orchard in Germantown celebrates 75 years in business this year. There was… Read More
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Agritourism Measure to Allow Overnight Stays at Farms Approved by Council
County councilmembers approved an agritourism zoning measure Tuesday to allow overnight stays at farms in the county’s Agricultural Reserve and rural areas. Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 24-02 allows campground use… Read More
Council Committee Recommends Agritourism Measure to Full Council
Councilmembers voted during committee session Monday afternoon to move an agritourism zoning measure to full council. Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 24-02 will expand campground use to allow overnight stays in… Read More
Planning Board Supports Overnight Stays on Farms
The county’s planning board supports a zoning change that would allow overnight stays on farms. During a council public hearing Tuesday, Planning Board Chair Artie Harris said the opportunity to… Read More
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
MCPS Recuerda a las Familias Solicitar el Programa Federal de Asistencia Alimentaria
Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery (MCPS) recuerdan a las familias inscritas en el Programa Gratuito y de Precio Reducido (FARM), durante el último año escolar, que completen una… 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