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This week, local Holocaust survivors gathered in Rockville for Café Europa: a yearly Hanukkah-season tradition offering community, reflection, and connection. ✨🕎
We honor their resilience and are grateful for organizations that support survivors.
📰 https://ow.ly/Eg0K50XICko
We honor their resilience and are grateful for organizations that support survivors.
📰 https://ow.ly/Eg0K50XICko
December 12, 2025 at 8:30 PM
This week, local Holocaust survivors gathered in Rockville for Café Europa: a yearly Hanukkah-season tradition offering community, reflection, and connection. ✨🕎
We honor their resilience and are grateful for organizations that support survivors.
📰 https://ow.ly/Eg0K50XICko
We honor their resilience and are grateful for organizations that support survivors.
📰 https://ow.ly/Eg0K50XICko
Montgomery Parks will close its bike parks for the winter starting Dec 12 to protect trails and keep riders safe. 🚲❄️
Wheaton Gravity Park, The Pit at Fairland, and South Germantown Bike Park will reopen in spring when conditions are dry.
Year-round biking options: https://ow.ly/CfMC50XIC6R
Wheaton Gravity Park, The Pit at Fairland, and South Germantown Bike Park will reopen in spring when conditions are dry.
Year-round biking options: https://ow.ly/CfMC50XIC6R
December 12, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Montgomery Parks will close its bike parks for the winter starting Dec 12 to protect trails and keep riders safe. 🚲❄️
Wheaton Gravity Park, The Pit at Fairland, and South Germantown Bike Park will reopen in spring when conditions are dry.
Year-round biking options: https://ow.ly/CfMC50XIC6R
Wheaton Gravity Park, The Pit at Fairland, and South Germantown Bike Park will reopen in spring when conditions are dry.
Year-round biking options: https://ow.ly/CfMC50XIC6R
MCASAC is waiving adoption fees Dec 20–21 during its Home for the Holidays event!
• Appointments available Sat, Dec 20
• Walk-ins welcome Sun, Dec 21 (as space allows)
Find a pet, plan your visit, and learn more: https://ow.ly/6RfK50XIBai
• Appointments available Sat, Dec 20
• Walk-ins welcome Sun, Dec 21 (as space allows)
Find a pet, plan your visit, and learn more: https://ow.ly/6RfK50XIBai
December 12, 2025 at 6:37 PM
MCASAC is waiving adoption fees Dec 20–21 during its Home for the Holidays event!
• Appointments available Sat, Dec 20
• Walk-ins welcome Sun, Dec 21 (as space allows)
Find a pet, plan your visit, and learn more: https://ow.ly/6RfK50XIBai
• Appointments available Sat, Dec 20
• Walk-ins welcome Sun, Dec 21 (as space allows)
Find a pet, plan your visit, and learn more: https://ow.ly/6RfK50XIBai
The 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing is Jan 31 at the Universities at Shady Grove!
Join the Montgomery County Commission for Women, advocates & leaders for a day of learning, networking & action on issues affecting women & girls.
Details + tickets: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cfw/WLB.html
Join the Montgomery County Commission for Women, advocates & leaders for a day of learning, networking & action on issues affecting women & girls.
Details + tickets: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cfw/WLB.html
December 12, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing is Jan 31 at the Universities at Shady Grove!
Join the Montgomery County Commission for Women, advocates & leaders for a day of learning, networking & action on issues affecting women & girls.
Details + tickets: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cfw/WLB.html
Join the Montgomery County Commission for Women, advocates & leaders for a day of learning, networking & action on issues affecting women & girls.
Details + tickets: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cfw/WLB.html
MoCo is glowing for the holidays! ✨🎄
From Garden of Lights to Winter Lights, Winter City Lights, LuminoCity, lakefront fireworks, and community tree lightings: there’s magic all across the County.
Plan your festive visit: https://ow.ly/m5M750XIu1U
From Garden of Lights to Winter Lights, Winter City Lights, LuminoCity, lakefront fireworks, and community tree lightings: there’s magic all across the County.
Plan your festive visit: https://ow.ly/m5M750XIu1U
December 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM
MoCo is glowing for the holidays! ✨🎄
From Garden of Lights to Winter Lights, Winter City Lights, LuminoCity, lakefront fireworks, and community tree lightings: there’s magic all across the County.
Plan your festive visit: https://ow.ly/m5M750XIu1U
From Garden of Lights to Winter Lights, Winter City Lights, LuminoCity, lakefront fireworks, and community tree lightings: there’s magic all across the County.
Plan your festive visit: https://ow.ly/m5M750XIu1U
❄️ Snow is falling in parts of Montgomery County! ❄️
⚠️ Slow down and drive for current conditions.
🚜 @MCDOTNow crews are treating emergency and primary roads.
🌨️ Stay informed and plan ahead: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/snow
What’s the view out your window?
⚠️ Slow down and drive for current conditions.
🚜 @MCDOTNow crews are treating emergency and primary roads.
🌨️ Stay informed and plan ahead: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/snow
What’s the view out your window?
December 5, 2025 at 2:22 PM
❄️ Snow is falling in parts of Montgomery County! ❄️
⚠️ Slow down and drive for current conditions.
🚜 @MCDOTNow crews are treating emergency and primary roads.
🌨️ Stay informed and plan ahead: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/snow
What’s the view out your window?
⚠️ Slow down and drive for current conditions.
🚜 @MCDOTNow crews are treating emergency and primary roads.
🌨️ Stay informed and plan ahead: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/snow
What’s the view out your window?
From Potomac to space: Montgomery County’s own Chris Williams is now aboard the International Space Station with NASA. A former MCPS student turned astronaut, his journey reminds us of the many dreams that start right here in Montgomery County. 🚀
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📰 ow.ly/Jz3u50XBAXX
December 3, 2025 at 10:33 PM
From Potomac to space: Montgomery County’s own Chris Williams is now aboard the International Space Station with NASA. A former MCPS student turned astronaut, his journey reminds us of the many dreams that start right here in Montgomery County. 🚀
📰 ow.ly/Jz3u50XBAXX
📰 ow.ly/Jz3u50XBAXX
Thanksgiving Eve is one of the deadliest nights for impaired driving. MCPD's Holiday Task Force is stepping up patrols through January 10 to keep roads safe.
If you drink or use cannabis, plan ahead for a sober ride. 🚗
ow.ly/y0Fl50XxJsn
If you drink or use cannabis, plan ahead for a sober ride. 🚗
ow.ly/y0Fl50XxJsn
November 25, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Thanksgiving Eve is one of the deadliest nights for impaired driving. MCPD's Holiday Task Force is stepping up patrols through January 10 to keep roads safe.
If you drink or use cannabis, plan ahead for a sober ride. 🚗
ow.ly/y0Fl50XxJsn
If you drink or use cannabis, plan ahead for a sober ride. 🚗
ow.ly/y0Fl50XxJsn
What a day in Downtown Silver Spring! 🎉
A great crowd came out for today’s Thanksgiving Parade 🦃, kicking off the County’s 250th anniversary celebrations in style! 🇺🇸🎈
Thank you to everyone who marched, volunteered, and cheered along the route!
What was your favorite part?
A great crowd came out for today’s Thanksgiving Parade 🦃, kicking off the County’s 250th anniversary celebrations in style! 🇺🇸🎈
Thank you to everyone who marched, volunteered, and cheered along the route!
What was your favorite part?
November 22, 2025 at 11:44 PM
What a day in Downtown Silver Spring! 🎉
A great crowd came out for today’s Thanksgiving Parade 🦃, kicking off the County’s 250th anniversary celebrations in style! 🇺🇸🎈
Thank you to everyone who marched, volunteered, and cheered along the route!
What was your favorite part?
A great crowd came out for today’s Thanksgiving Parade 🦃, kicking off the County’s 250th anniversary celebrations in style! 🇺🇸🎈
Thank you to everyone who marched, volunteered, and cheered along the route!
What was your favorite part?
🐾 MCASAC’s next Pet Food Pantry distribution is tomorrow, Nov. 19, from 9–10 a.m. at the Montgomery County Animal Services & Adoption Center (7315 Muncaster Mill Rd, Derwood).
If you or a neighbor need pet food or supplies, stop by! No pet should go hungry. Donations welcome!
If you or a neighbor need pet food or supplies, stop by! No pet should go hungry. Donations welcome!
November 18, 2025 at 5:35 PM
🐾 MCASAC’s next Pet Food Pantry distribution is tomorrow, Nov. 19, from 9–10 a.m. at the Montgomery County Animal Services & Adoption Center (7315 Muncaster Mill Rd, Derwood).
If you or a neighbor need pet food or supplies, stop by! No pet should go hungry. Donations welcome!
If you or a neighbor need pet food or supplies, stop by! No pet should go hungry. Donations welcome!
📢 Montgomery County is seeking applicants for a vacancy on the Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board).
A non-Democratic registered voter is needed to ensure political balance. The Board issues and enforces local alcohol licenses and laws.
Info: ow.ly/gQu950XqJpg
A non-Democratic registered voter is needed to ensure political balance. The Board issues and enforces local alcohol licenses and laws.
Info: ow.ly/gQu950XqJpg
November 13, 2025 at 7:03 PM
📢 Montgomery County is seeking applicants for a vacancy on the Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board).
A non-Democratic registered voter is needed to ensure political balance. The Board issues and enforces local alcohol licenses and laws.
Info: ow.ly/gQu950XqJpg
A non-Democratic registered voter is needed to ensure political balance. The Board issues and enforces local alcohol licenses and laws.
Info: ow.ly/gQu950XqJpg
📢 The Montgomery County State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) will host a Medicare information session to help residents understand coverage options.
🗓️ Tues, Nov. 18 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wheaton Library
No registration needed. More info: ow.ly/TaCv50XqJAV
🗓️ Tues, Nov. 18 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wheaton Library
No registration needed. More info: ow.ly/TaCv50XqJAV
November 13, 2025 at 5:46 PM
📢 The Montgomery County State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) will host a Medicare information session to help residents understand coverage options.
🗓️ Tues, Nov. 18 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wheaton Library
No registration needed. More info: ow.ly/TaCv50XqJAV
🗓️ Tues, Nov. 18 | 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wheaton Library
No registration needed. More info: ow.ly/TaCv50XqJAV
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade in Downtown Silver Spring!
Join us Sat, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. for colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and family fun at the DC area’s only Thanksgiving parade.
More from @VisitMoCo: https://ow.ly/winl50XowrT
Join us Sat, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. for colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and family fun at the DC area’s only Thanksgiving parade.
More from @VisitMoCo: https://ow.ly/winl50XowrT
November 7, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade in Downtown Silver Spring!
Join us Sat, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. for colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and family fun at the DC area’s only Thanksgiving parade.
More from @VisitMoCo: https://ow.ly/winl50XowrT
Join us Sat, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. for colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and family fun at the DC area’s only Thanksgiving parade.
More from @VisitMoCo: https://ow.ly/winl50XowrT
🇺🇸 This Veterans Day (Tuesday, Nov. 11), Montgomery County honors all who have served our nation with courage and dedication.
County offices and most services will be closed in observance of the holiday. Recreation and aquatic centers will remain open.
https://ow.ly/fFMB50XovS9
County offices and most services will be closed in observance of the holiday. Recreation and aquatic centers will remain open.
https://ow.ly/fFMB50XovS9
November 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🇺🇸 This Veterans Day (Tuesday, Nov. 11), Montgomery County honors all who have served our nation with courage and dedication.
County offices and most services will be closed in observance of the holiday. Recreation and aquatic centers will remain open.
https://ow.ly/fFMB50XovS9
County offices and most services will be closed in observance of the holiday. Recreation and aquatic centers will remain open.
https://ow.ly/fFMB50XovS9
🎬 The Wheaton Film Festival is almost here! Join neighbors tomorrow, Nov. 8, for a day of film screenings, panels, networking, and more.
🎟️ Get tickets: https://WheatonFilmFest11.eventbrite.com. Use code WFF25friend for 25% off!
🎟️ Get tickets: https://WheatonFilmFest11.eventbrite.com. Use code WFF25friend for 25% off!
November 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
🎬 The Wheaton Film Festival is almost here! Join neighbors tomorrow, Nov. 8, for a day of film screenings, panels, networking, and more.
🎟️ Get tickets: https://WheatonFilmFest11.eventbrite.com. Use code WFF25friend for 25% off!
🎟️ Get tickets: https://WheatonFilmFest11.eventbrite.com. Use code WFF25friend for 25% off!
County Executive Marc Elrich invites residents to a Community Conversation focused on issues and priorities within Montgomery County’s Black community as part of the FY27 Operating Budget forums.
🗓️ Monday, Nov. 10 | 7–8:30 p.m
More info: https://ow.ly/uj9z50XnUxW
🗓️ Monday, Nov. 10 | 7–8:30 p.m
More info: https://ow.ly/uj9z50XnUxW
November 6, 2025 at 4:34 PM
County Executive Marc Elrich invites residents to a Community Conversation focused on issues and priorities within Montgomery County’s Black community as part of the FY27 Operating Budget forums.
🗓️ Monday, Nov. 10 | 7–8:30 p.m
More info: https://ow.ly/uj9z50XnUxW
🗓️ Monday, Nov. 10 | 7–8:30 p.m
More info: https://ow.ly/uj9z50XnUxW
Wondering how to help during the federal shutdown? Manna Food Center CEO Craig Rice calls on those who can to step up: by giving our time, talent or treasure during this critical time.
If you’re able, consider donating to help Manna continue supporting thousands of local families. www.mannafood.org
If you’re able, consider donating to help Manna continue supporting thousands of local families. www.mannafood.org
November 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Wondering how to help during the federal shutdown? Manna Food Center CEO Craig Rice calls on those who can to step up: by giving our time, talent or treasure during this critical time.
If you’re able, consider donating to help Manna continue supporting thousands of local families. www.mannafood.org
If you’re able, consider donating to help Manna continue supporting thousands of local families. www.mannafood.org
Don’t miss the final session of the Financial Health & Wellness Series, Divorce and Money, tonight, Tues. Nov. 4, from 7–8:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries.
Register for free: bit.ly/43H8KBM
Hosted by the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries.
Register for free: bit.ly/43H8KBM
November 4, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Don’t miss the final session of the Financial Health & Wellness Series, Divorce and Money, tonight, Tues. Nov. 4, from 7–8:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries.
Register for free: bit.ly/43H8KBM
Hosted by the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries.
Register for free: bit.ly/43H8KBM
🍂 Fall tip from @MyGreenMC: skip the leaf blower and leave the leaves!
They naturally fertilize soil, protect wildlife, and save you time and money. Cleaner, quieter, and better for the planet.
https://ow.ly/r8j050Xl4tg
They naturally fertilize soil, protect wildlife, and save you time and money. Cleaner, quieter, and better for the planet.
https://ow.ly/r8j050Xl4tg
November 3, 2025 at 6:17 PM
🍂 Fall tip from @MyGreenMC: skip the leaf blower and leave the leaves!
They naturally fertilize soil, protect wildlife, and save you time and money. Cleaner, quieter, and better for the planet.
https://ow.ly/r8j050Xl4tg
They naturally fertilize soil, protect wildlife, and save you time and money. Cleaner, quieter, and better for the planet.
https://ow.ly/r8j050Xl4tg
💼 Montgomery County has once again earned the highest possible credit rating: Triple-A from all three major agencies for the 53rd year in a row!
This achievement reflects our commitment to fiscal responsibility, smart planning and economic resilience.
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This achievement reflects our commitment to fiscal responsibility, smart planning and economic resilience.
🔗ow.ly/O6me50XjYVz
October 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
💼 Montgomery County has once again earned the highest possible credit rating: Triple-A from all three major agencies for the 53rd year in a row!
This achievement reflects our commitment to fiscal responsibility, smart planning and economic resilience.
🔗ow.ly/O6me50XjYVz
This achievement reflects our commitment to fiscal responsibility, smart planning and economic resilience.
🔗ow.ly/O6me50XjYVz
⚠️ The federal government shutdown is impacting programs like SNAP & WIC, but Montgomery County has resources to help.
If you’re a furloughed worker or need food assistance, visit our Food Resources page for updated info, maps & contacts:
ow.ly/mbz650XjaVX
If you’re a furloughed worker or need food assistance, visit our Food Resources page for updated info, maps & contacts:
ow.ly/mbz650XjaVX
October 29, 2025 at 5:28 PM
⚠️ The federal government shutdown is impacting programs like SNAP & WIC, but Montgomery County has resources to help.
If you’re a furloughed worker or need food assistance, visit our Food Resources page for updated info, maps & contacts:
ow.ly/mbz650XjaVX
If you’re a furloughed worker or need food assistance, visit our Food Resources page for updated info, maps & contacts:
ow.ly/mbz650XjaVX
🎉 Congratulations to the ten outstanding recipients of Montgomery County’s Early Care and Education Excellence Awards!
These dedicated educators give our youngest residents the best possible start and we’re proud to celebrate their vital work.
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These dedicated educators give our youngest residents the best possible start and we’re proud to celebrate their vital work.
ow.ly/aEiP50Xj0l8
October 28, 2025 at 3:30 PM
🎉 Congratulations to the ten outstanding recipients of Montgomery County’s Early Care and Education Excellence Awards!
These dedicated educators give our youngest residents the best possible start and we’re proud to celebrate their vital work.
ow.ly/aEiP50Xj0l8
These dedicated educators give our youngest residents the best possible start and we’re proud to celebrate their vital work.
ow.ly/aEiP50Xj0l8
🐾 Need pet food or supplies? @MCASAC’s Pet Food Pantry has more events coming up! Stop by an upcoming distribution! We’re here to help keep every pet in our community fed and healthy. ❤️
montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices
montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices
October 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
🐾 Need pet food or supplies? @MCASAC’s Pet Food Pantry has more events coming up! Stop by an upcoming distribution! We’re here to help keep every pet in our community fed and healthy. ❤️
montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices
montgomerycountymd.gov/animalservices
We know it’s so next season, but you can start planning now! 🎟️✨
Tickets are on sale for Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens, returning Nov. 21–Jan. 4. Stroll through more than 1 million twinkling lights in this beloved winter tradition!
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Tickets are on sale for Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens, returning Nov. 21–Jan. 4. Stroll through more than 1 million twinkling lights in this beloved winter tradition!
ow.ly/8yQn50XctIo
October 16, 2025 at 2:08 PM
We know it’s so next season, but you can start planning now! 🎟️✨
Tickets are on sale for Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens, returning Nov. 21–Jan. 4. Stroll through more than 1 million twinkling lights in this beloved winter tradition!
ow.ly/8yQn50XctIo
Tickets are on sale for Garden of Lights at Brookside Gardens, returning Nov. 21–Jan. 4. Stroll through more than 1 million twinkling lights in this beloved winter tradition!
ow.ly/8yQn50XctIo
🔥 Meet Oscar Méndez, Program Manager with Fire & Rescue Service, proudly serving Montgomery County for over 7 years!
Originally from 🇸🇻 El Salvador, Oscar is proud of the joyful and vibrant culture that defines Hispanic heritage.
📍Fave local spot: La Casita Restaurant
🙏 Thank you, Oscar!
Originally from 🇸🇻 El Salvador, Oscar is proud of the joyful and vibrant culture that defines Hispanic heritage.
📍Fave local spot: La Casita Restaurant
🙏 Thank you, Oscar!
October 15, 2025 at 7:25 PM
🔥 Meet Oscar Méndez, Program Manager with Fire & Rescue Service, proudly serving Montgomery County for over 7 years!
Originally from 🇸🇻 El Salvador, Oscar is proud of the joyful and vibrant culture that defines Hispanic heritage.
📍Fave local spot: La Casita Restaurant
🙏 Thank you, Oscar!
Originally from 🇸🇻 El Salvador, Oscar is proud of the joyful and vibrant culture that defines Hispanic heritage.
📍Fave local spot: La Casita Restaurant
🙏 Thank you, Oscar!