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As the holidays approach, Montgomery County is reminding residents that giving local matters. 🎁
The Montgomery Gives Local campaign connects people with nonprofits across the County that are seeing more demand for food, housing, and basic needs.
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The Montgomery Gives Local campaign connects people with nonprofits across the County that are seeing more demand for food, housing, and basic needs.
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December 23, 2025 at 8:26 PM
As the holidays approach, Montgomery County is reminding residents that giving local matters. 🎁
The Montgomery Gives Local campaign connects people with nonprofits across the County that are seeing more demand for food, housing, and basic needs.
ow.ly/4Skw50XNP1a
The Montgomery Gives Local campaign connects people with nonprofits across the County that are seeing more demand for food, housing, and basic needs.
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There will be multiple events across Montgomery County to recognize MLK Day of Service on January 18th and 19th! Honor Dr. King's legacy with a day of giving back! Visit our website to learn more and to sign up for a service activity: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/.../voluntee...
December 23, 2025 at 8:53 PM
There will be multiple events across Montgomery County to recognize MLK Day of Service on January 18th and 19th! Honor Dr. King's legacy with a day of giving back! Visit our website to learn more and to sign up for a service activity: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/.../voluntee...
Looking for festive fun close to home? Montgomery County is glowing this holiday season with light displays, winter festivals, and family-friendly events across the county. Grab some cocoa, bundle up, and enjoy the season right here at home.
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📸 credit: Courtesy LuminoCity Festival
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Illuminate the holiday season at these 5 lights shows
Montgomery County twinkly lights shows and displays run through Jan. 1. Check out our roundup of six here.
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December 22, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Looking for festive fun close to home? Montgomery County is glowing this holiday season with light displays, winter festivals, and family-friendly events across the county. Grab some cocoa, bundle up, and enjoy the season right here at home.
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📸 credit: Courtesy LuminoCity Festival
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📸 credit: Courtesy LuminoCity Festival
✨Monday, December 22nd from 7-8pm. Bring your family and friends to the annual Caroling Around the Fountain event at Flinn Park. Enjoy neighbors, songs and holiday spirit.
Located at 10310 Kensington Parkway.
Sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney .
TOK.md.gov/event/caroling
Located at 10310 Kensington Parkway.
Sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney .
TOK.md.gov/event/caroling
December 22, 2025 at 6:22 PM
✨Monday, December 22nd from 7-8pm. Bring your family and friends to the annual Caroling Around the Fountain event at Flinn Park. Enjoy neighbors, songs and holiday spirit.
Located at 10310 Kensington Parkway.
Sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney .
TOK.md.gov/event/caroling
Located at 10310 Kensington Parkway.
Sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney .
TOK.md.gov/event/caroling
The application process for 2026 Rec Assist, our #MoCoRec financial assistance program is underway!
County residents can receive $400 per eligible family member to use towards the cost of most Recreation programs.
Apply today at mocorec.com/recassist. 💪
County residents can receive $400 per eligible family member to use towards the cost of most Recreation programs.
Apply today at mocorec.com/recassist. 💪
December 16, 2025 at 5:41 PM
The application process for 2026 Rec Assist, our #MoCoRec financial assistance program is underway!
County residents can receive $400 per eligible family member to use towards the cost of most Recreation programs.
Apply today at mocorec.com/recassist. 💪
County residents can receive $400 per eligible family member to use towards the cost of most Recreation programs.
Apply today at mocorec.com/recassist. 💪
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Did you know? You can read The Banner for free with your
@MCPL_Libraries library card.
Log in to MCPL, create a free Banner account, and get 30 days of full access, then sign up again when it expires. 📚
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@MCPL_Libraries library card.
Log in to MCPL, create a free Banner account, and get 30 days of full access, then sign up again when it expires. 📚
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December 16, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Did you know? You can read The Banner for free with your
@MCPL_Libraries library card.
Log in to MCPL, create a free Banner account, and get 30 days of full access, then sign up again when it expires. 📚
ow.ly/ipyM50XJFyJ
@MCPL_Libraries library card.
Log in to MCPL, create a free Banner account, and get 30 days of full access, then sign up again when it expires. 📚
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This Montgomery County teen turned a difficult experience into years of giving back. Annabelle Lee has organized a holiday toy drive for seven years, bringing joy to children across our community with support from the Sheriff’s Office and local partners. 🎁
🔗 https://ow.ly/7SBt50XJEMA
🔗 https://ow.ly/7SBt50XJEMA
December 15, 2025 at 3:10 PM
This Montgomery County teen turned a difficult experience into years of giving back. Annabelle Lee has organized a holiday toy drive for seven years, bringing joy to children across our community with support from the Sheriff’s Office and local partners. 🎁
🔗 https://ow.ly/7SBt50XJEMA
🔗 https://ow.ly/7SBt50XJEMA
🐶 @mcasac.bsky.social 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: ow.ly/H3AL50XIB66
• Appointments available Sat, Dec 20
• Walk-ins welcome Sun, Dec 21 (as space allows)
Find a pet, plan your visit, and learn more: ow.ly/H3AL50XIB66
December 16, 2025 at 2:16 AM
🐶 @mcasac.bsky.social 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: ow.ly/H3AL50XIB66
• Appointments available Sat, Dec 20
• Walk-ins welcome Sun, Dec 21 (as space allows)
Find a pet, plan your visit, and learn more: ow.ly/H3AL50XIB66
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Want to try delicious Peruvian food? Come to AZU Peruvian Cuisine in Rockville on Hungerford Drive! I met the owner a while back as she was part of the Cooking Entrepreneurship Program hosted by WorkSource Montgomery. Now she has a gorgeous restaurant with outstanding food!
December 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Want to try delicious Peruvian food? Come to AZU Peruvian Cuisine in Rockville on Hungerford Drive! I met the owner a while back as she was part of the Cooking Entrepreneurship Program hosted by WorkSource Montgomery. Now she has a gorgeous restaurant with outstanding food!
Students: Enter the Speak Up, Save a Life video contest by Jan 4! Create a PSA on opioid/fentanyl dangers, win up to $5,000, and earn 10 SSL hours. Winners announced Jan 31.
www.montgomerycountymd.gov/SAO/other/Sp...
www.montgomerycountymd.gov/SAO/other/Sp...
December 12, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Students: Enter the Speak Up, Save a Life video contest by Jan 4! Create a PSA on opioid/fentanyl dangers, win up to $5,000, and earn 10 SSL hours. Winners announced Jan 31.
www.montgomerycountymd.gov/SAO/other/Sp...
www.montgomerycountymd.gov/SAO/other/Sp...
📚 Good news! Starting Jan. 5, 2026, all Montgomery County Public Libraries (except Noyes Library for Young Children) will offer free printing every day! Up to 15 black & white pages or 2 color pages per user. 🖨️✨
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December 12, 2025 at 12:52 AM
📚 Good news! Starting Jan. 5, 2026, all Montgomery County Public Libraries (except Noyes Library for Young Children) will offer free printing every day! Up to 15 black & white pages or 2 color pages per user. 🖨️✨
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It’s Wednesday, Dec. 10, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4oOF4dU
5 Things to Know Today, Dec. 10, In Montgomery County
Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
It’s Wednesday, Dec. 10, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4oOF4dU
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The Montgomery County Council has appointed Shebra Evans to complete the unexpired term of former Councilmember Gabe Albornoz, who resigned on Dec. 1, 2025.
📰Read more:
www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp...
📰Read more:
www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp...
December 9, 2025 at 7:42 PM
The Montgomery County Council has appointed Shebra Evans to complete the unexpired term of former Councilmember Gabe Albornoz, who resigned on Dec. 1, 2025.
📰Read more:
www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp...
📰Read more:
www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp...
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Officials painted a grim picture of Montgomery County’s finances in the coming years during the last council meeting of 2025. They attributed much of the shortfalls to cuts by the federal government and unemployment. https://bit.ly/4pp4KyE
County Officials Predict Major Revenue Shortfall in Coming Years
Montgomery County officials project an $853 million revenue shortfall through 2031, citing federal cuts and economic slowdown. Councilmembers warn of difficult budget decisions ahead and press County ...
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December 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Officials painted a grim picture of Montgomery County’s finances in the coming years during the last council meeting of 2025. They attributed much of the shortfalls to cuts by the federal government and unemployment. https://bit.ly/4pp4KyE
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A previous Takoma ARTery exhibition featured 20 local artists, with their artwork spanning across many mediums and exploring a variety of themes from the deeply personal to global perspectives. Read more about what to expect at the next exhibition on Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:30pm: https://bit.ly/4q2aVsA
December 9, 2025 at 7:57 PM
A previous Takoma ARTery exhibition featured 20 local artists, with their artwork spanning across many mediums and exploring a variety of themes from the deeply personal to global perspectives. Read more about what to expect at the next exhibition on Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:30pm: https://bit.ly/4q2aVsA
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The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most difficult. Read below for tips to navigate grief through the holidays.
❄️ Write down your feelings.
❄️ Spend time with friends.
❄️ Call 988 to talk with a trained counselor.
❄️ Do what feels right for you and your care.
❄️ Write down your feelings.
❄️ Spend time with friends.
❄️ Call 988 to talk with a trained counselor.
❄️ Do what feels right for you and your care.
December 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The most wonderful time of the year can also be the most difficult. Read below for tips to navigate grief through the holidays.
❄️ Write down your feelings.
❄️ Spend time with friends.
❄️ Call 988 to talk with a trained counselor.
❄️ Do what feels right for you and your care.
❄️ Write down your feelings.
❄️ Spend time with friends.
❄️ Call 988 to talk with a trained counselor.
❄️ Do what feels right for you and your care.
A previous Takoma ARTery exhibition featured 20 local artists, with their artwork spanning across many mediums and exploring a variety of themes from the deeply personal to global perspectives. Read more about what to expect at the next exhibition on Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:30pm.
➡️ bit.ly/4q2aVsA
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Takoma ARTery 2.0 Exhibition Features More Local Artists
Local artists from the Takoma ARTery artists group will share a wide range of work in a new exhibition in the gallery spaces at the Takoma Park Community Center at 7500 Maple Ave. A free opening recep...
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December 9, 2025 at 9:17 PM
A previous Takoma ARTery exhibition featured 20 local artists, with their artwork spanning across many mediums and exploring a variety of themes from the deeply personal to global perspectives. Read more about what to expect at the next exhibition on Friday, Dec. 12 at 7:30pm.
➡️ bit.ly/4q2aVsA
➡️ bit.ly/4q2aVsA
🧥❄️ Help Keep Gaithersburg Families Warm This Winter! ❄️🧤
📍 Drop-off Location: Activity Center at Bohrer Park
🕗 Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am-9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8am – 4pm
For more info, call 301-258-6350 or email [email protected]
📍 Drop-off Location: Activity Center at Bohrer Park
🕗 Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am-9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8am – 4pm
For more info, call 301-258-6350 or email [email protected]
December 9, 2025 at 9:16 PM
🧥❄️ Help Keep Gaithersburg Families Warm This Winter! ❄️🧤
📍 Drop-off Location: Activity Center at Bohrer Park
🕗 Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am-9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8am – 4pm
For more info, call 301-258-6350 or email [email protected]
📍 Drop-off Location: Activity Center at Bohrer Park
🕗 Hours: Monday – Friday: 8am-9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 8am – 4pm
For more info, call 301-258-6350 or email [email protected]
🎄Happening TODAY🎄
Don't miss your opportunity to see the #RideTheFlash Holiday Bus! 🤩This is a #FREE event!🤩
📍East County Community Recreation Center 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, #SilverSpringMD 20904
#RideTheFlash #HolidaySeason #WonderLand
Don't miss your opportunity to see the #RideTheFlash Holiday Bus! 🤩This is a #FREE event!🤩
📍East County Community Recreation Center 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, #SilverSpringMD 20904
#RideTheFlash #HolidaySeason #WonderLand
December 6, 2025 at 10:42 PM
🎄Happening TODAY🎄
Don't miss your opportunity to see the #RideTheFlash Holiday Bus! 🤩This is a #FREE event!🤩
📍East County Community Recreation Center 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, #SilverSpringMD 20904
#RideTheFlash #HolidaySeason #WonderLand
Don't miss your opportunity to see the #RideTheFlash Holiday Bus! 🤩This is a #FREE event!🤩
📍East County Community Recreation Center 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, #SilverSpringMD 20904
#RideTheFlash #HolidaySeason #WonderLand
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“Now more than ever, we need a Council president leading with heart and commitment to ensure Montgomery County gets through these difficult times." https://bit.ly/48dldzU
Natali Fani-González Named Council President, Marilyn Balcombe Vice President
Montgomery County Council unanimously elected Natali Fani-González as president and Marilyn Balcombe as vice president, marking a leadership transition focused on equity, justice and serving the count...
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December 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
“Now more than ever, we need a Council president leading with heart and commitment to ensure Montgomery County gets through these difficult times." https://bit.ly/48dldzU
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. 🚀
📰 www.nasa.gov/people/nasa-...
📰 www.nasa.gov/people/nasa-...
December 6, 2025 at 10:41 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. 🚀
📰 www.nasa.gov/people/nasa-...
📰 www.nasa.gov/people/nasa-...
In need of a car or computer? The MCPS Automotive Trades & Information Technology Foundations are selling refurbished cars and computers on Sat., Dec. 6 from 9-11 a.m. at Gaithersburg HS. More Info: mcpsmd.info/3OImsMO.
December 4, 2025 at 8:53 PM
In need of a car or computer? The MCPS Automotive Trades & Information Technology Foundations are selling refurbished cars and computers on Sat., Dec. 6 from 9-11 a.m. at Gaithersburg HS. More Info: mcpsmd.info/3OImsMO.
🎟️🚂 Mark your calendars for sweetFrog Wheaton — Polar Express! 🚂
📚 Story Time — Tues Dec 9 at 12:00 p.m.
🍬 Free Kids Craft: Edible Houses — Fri Dec 12 at 5:00 p.m.
🎬 Movie Night: The Polar Express — Thu Dec 11 at 6:30 p.m.
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📚 Story Time — Tues Dec 9 at 12:00 p.m.
🍬 Free Kids Craft: Edible Houses — Fri Dec 12 at 5:00 p.m.
🎬 Movie Night: The Polar Express — Thu Dec 11 at 6:30 p.m.
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December 1, 2025 at 10:08 PM
🎟️🚂 Mark your calendars for sweetFrog Wheaton — Polar Express! 🚂
📚 Story Time — Tues Dec 9 at 12:00 p.m.
🍬 Free Kids Craft: Edible Houses — Fri Dec 12 at 5:00 p.m.
🎬 Movie Night: The Polar Express — Thu Dec 11 at 6:30 p.m.
ow.ly/ApBt50XA9eK
📚 Story Time — Tues Dec 9 at 12:00 p.m.
🍬 Free Kids Craft: Edible Houses — Fri Dec 12 at 5:00 p.m.
🎬 Movie Night: The Polar Express — Thu Dec 11 at 6:30 p.m.
ow.ly/ApBt50XA9eK
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It’s Monday, Dec. 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/3KspQwN
5 Things to Know Today, Dec. 1, In Montgomery County
Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:15 PM
It’s Monday, Dec. 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/3KspQwN
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❄️🚨 The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of Montgomery County from 5–10 a.m. Tuesday. Expect light snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Roads could be slippery for the morning commute. 🌨️
December 1, 2025 at 9:04 PM
❄️🚨 The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of Montgomery County from 5–10 a.m. Tuesday. Expect light snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Roads could be slippery for the morning commute. 🌨️