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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...
✨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. 💪
🐶 @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
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. 🖨️✨
ow.ly/lV2050XHVGK
ow.ly/lV2050XHVGK
🧥❄️ 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
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.
ow.ly/ApBt50XA9eK
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
🧡Grateful. Thankful. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Thanksgiving filled with peace, love, and gratitude. 🧡🍁
#Thankful #Gratitude #mocomd #montgomerycountymd #HappyThanksgiving
#Thankful #Gratitude #mocomd #montgomerycountymd #HappyThanksgiving
November 26, 2025 at 6:54 PM
🧡Grateful. Thankful. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Thanksgiving filled with peace, love, and gratitude. 🧡🍁
#Thankful #Gratitude #mocomd #montgomerycountymd #HappyThanksgiving
#Thankful #Gratitude #mocomd #montgomerycountymd #HappyThanksgiving
🎊 Check out @mymcmedia.bsky.social Holiday Market Guide!
❄️ The holiday season is rolling in, and Montgomery County is lighting up with festive markets, local makers, and cozy community traditions! ✨ Shop local, explore something new, and soak in the magic of the holidays in Montgomery County.
❄️ The holiday season is rolling in, and Montgomery County is lighting up with festive markets, local makers, and cozy community traditions! ✨ Shop local, explore something new, and soak in the magic of the holidays in Montgomery County.
November 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🎊 Check out @mymcmedia.bsky.social Holiday Market Guide!
❄️ The holiday season is rolling in, and Montgomery County is lighting up with festive markets, local makers, and cozy community traditions! ✨ Shop local, explore something new, and soak in the magic of the holidays in Montgomery County.
❄️ The holiday season is rolling in, and Montgomery County is lighting up with festive markets, local makers, and cozy community traditions! ✨ Shop local, explore something new, and soak in the magic of the holidays in Montgomery County.
🚨REMINDER- Monday, November 24, and Tuesday, November 25, are early-release (half) days for Montgomery County Public Schools students. Please plan accordingly and stay safe during dismissal times.
November 24, 2025 at 4:43 PM
🚨REMINDER- Monday, November 24, and Tuesday, November 25, are early-release (half) days for Montgomery County Public Schools students. Please plan accordingly and stay safe during dismissal times.
🅿️ Free parking in all County garages & lots in Bethesda, Silver Spring & Wheaton on Nov. 29 and Dec. 20, two of the busiest shopping days of the year!
Shop local & support MoCo businesses ❤️
Meters still apply.
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@mcdotnow.bsky.social
Shop local & support MoCo businesses ❤️
Meters still apply.
ow.ly/mLzQ50Xuh36
@mcdotnow.bsky.social
November 23, 2025 at 8:07 PM
🅿️ Free parking in all County garages & lots in Bethesda, Silver Spring & Wheaton on Nov. 29 and Dec. 20, two of the busiest shopping days of the year!
Shop local & support MoCo businesses ❤️
Meters still apply.
ow.ly/mLzQ50Xuh36
@mcdotnow.bsky.social
Shop local & support MoCo businesses ❤️
Meters still apply.
ow.ly/mLzQ50Xuh36
@mcdotnow.bsky.social
🧥❄️ Please help keep MCPS PreK & Head Start students warm!
Donate new coats, hats, gloves, or boots (sizes 4–6).
📍 Drop off: Rocking Horse Rd Center, 9–5, Mon–Fri
🛒 Amazon Wish List: ow.ly/ywG950XikZt
📞 Info: Lisa Conlon, 240-550-2615
Donate new coats, hats, gloves, or boots (sizes 4–6).
📍 Drop off: Rocking Horse Rd Center, 9–5, Mon–Fri
🛒 Amazon Wish List: ow.ly/ywG950XikZt
📞 Info: Lisa Conlon, 240-550-2615
November 14, 2025 at 4:23 PM
🧥❄️ Please help keep MCPS PreK & Head Start students warm!
Donate new coats, hats, gloves, or boots (sizes 4–6).
📍 Drop off: Rocking Horse Rd Center, 9–5, Mon–Fri
🛒 Amazon Wish List: ow.ly/ywG950XikZt
📞 Info: Lisa Conlon, 240-550-2615
Donate new coats, hats, gloves, or boots (sizes 4–6).
📍 Drop off: Rocking Horse Rd Center, 9–5, Mon–Fri
🛒 Amazon Wish List: ow.ly/ywG950XikZt
📞 Info: Lisa Conlon, 240-550-2615
✨ A brand-new holiday adventure awaits! ✨
This season, step into Wonder Journey at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026 🎄🌟
www.luminocityfestival.com/events/fanta...
✨ Make this holiday one to remember—bring your family, your friends, and your sense of wonder.
This season, step into Wonder Journey at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026 🎄🌟
www.luminocityfestival.com/events/fanta...
✨ Make this holiday one to remember—bring your family, your friends, and your sense of wonder.
November 13, 2025 at 6:42 PM
✨ A brand-new holiday adventure awaits! ✨
This season, step into Wonder Journey at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026 🎄🌟
www.luminocityfestival.com/events/fanta...
✨ Make this holiday one to remember—bring your family, your friends, and your sense of wonder.
This season, step into Wonder Journey at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026 🎄🌟
www.luminocityfestival.com/events/fanta...
✨ Make this holiday one to remember—bring your family, your friends, and your sense of wonder.
📣Don't miss your chance to shop the market! The Market closes for the season on November 22! See you this Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the corner of Rt. 28 and Monroe St. in the Jury Parking Lot. Bring your reusable bags!
www.rockvillemd.gov/Farmers
www.rockvillemd.gov/Farmers
November 13, 2025 at 6:37 PM
📣Don't miss your chance to shop the market! The Market closes for the season on November 22! See you this Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the corner of Rt. 28 and Monroe St. in the Jury Parking Lot. Bring your reusable bags!
www.rockvillemd.gov/Farmers
www.rockvillemd.gov/Farmers
🔬Exciting news! Registration for the 2026 Montgomery County Science Fair is NOW OPEN!
🔗Register at: md-usmd03.zfairs.com/App?f=7dc7fb...
Get your projects ready and register today! 🧬
📩 For questions send us a message here on facebook or email ([email protected])
🔗Register at: md-usmd03.zfairs.com/App?f=7dc7fb...
Get your projects ready and register today! 🧬
📩 For questions send us a message here on facebook or email ([email protected])
November 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
🔬Exciting news! Registration for the 2026 Montgomery County Science Fair is NOW OPEN!
🔗Register at: md-usmd03.zfairs.com/App?f=7dc7fb...
Get your projects ready and register today! 🧬
📩 For questions send us a message here on facebook or email ([email protected])
🔗Register at: md-usmd03.zfairs.com/App?f=7dc7fb...
Get your projects ready and register today! 🧬
📩 For questions send us a message here on facebook or email ([email protected])
📅✨ Mark your calendar! 🦃🎉
The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade returns to Silver Spring on Saturday, Nov. 22 and you can't miss it.
🕙 Hora: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Kickoff: Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street
📍 Final: Silver Spring Avenue
For more information:
silverspringdowntown.com/events/thank...
The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade returns to Silver Spring on Saturday, Nov. 22 and you can't miss it.
🕙 Hora: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Kickoff: Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street
📍 Final: Silver Spring Avenue
For more information:
silverspringdowntown.com/events/thank...
November 10, 2025 at 11:38 PM
📅✨ Mark your calendar! 🦃🎉
The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade returns to Silver Spring on Saturday, Nov. 22 and you can't miss it.
🕙 Hora: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Kickoff: Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street
📍 Final: Silver Spring Avenue
For more information:
silverspringdowntown.com/events/thank...
The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade returns to Silver Spring on Saturday, Nov. 22 and you can't miss it.
🕙 Hora: 10:00 a.m.
📍 Kickoff: Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street
📍 Final: Silver Spring Avenue
For more information:
silverspringdowntown.com/events/thank...
❄️ WINTER IS COMING: Get ready to plan your winter fun! Registration for #MoCoRec’s winter programs will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
🕡 6:30 a.m. – Most programs, classes and activities
🕘 9 a.m. – All senior programs
Visit mocorec.com for the latest updates on winter registration.
🕡 6:30 a.m. – Most programs, classes and activities
🕘 9 a.m. – All senior programs
Visit mocorec.com for the latest updates on winter registration.
November 5, 2025 at 10:13 PM
❄️ WINTER IS COMING: Get ready to plan your winter fun! Registration for #MoCoRec’s winter programs will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
🕡 6:30 a.m. – Most programs, classes and activities
🕘 9 a.m. – All senior programs
Visit mocorec.com for the latest updates on winter registration.
🕡 6:30 a.m. – Most programs, classes and activities
🕘 9 a.m. – All senior programs
Visit mocorec.com for the latest updates on winter registration.
🌟 Join the Community for the 2025 Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk! 🌟 🕯️ When: Saturday, November 8, 2025-Gather: 5:00–5:15 PM 📍 Where: Rosemary Hills Elementary School parking lot 2111 Porter Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910 👉🏾
Learn more and RSVP:
talbotavenuebridge.org/lanternwalk/
Learn more and RSVP:
talbotavenuebridge.org/lanternwalk/
November 5, 2025 at 9:54 PM
🌟 Join the Community for the 2025 Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk! 🌟 🕯️ When: Saturday, November 8, 2025-Gather: 5:00–5:15 PM 📍 Where: Rosemary Hills Elementary School parking lot 2111 Porter Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910 👉🏾
Learn more and RSVP:
talbotavenuebridge.org/lanternwalk/
Learn more and RSVP:
talbotavenuebridge.org/lanternwalk/
Don’t miss the Montgomery County Public Schools' Mental Health Fair on Nov. 8 at Gaithersburg Middle School from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly event with resources, activities, and fun for all ages! 💚 Details: 🔗 ow.ly/CWUL50XkYQJ.
November 5, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Don’t miss the Montgomery County Public Schools' Mental Health Fair on Nov. 8 at Gaithersburg Middle School from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly event with resources, activities, and fun for all ages! 💚 Details: 🔗 ow.ly/CWUL50XkYQJ.
Join #MoCoRec this Saturday, Oct. 25 for spooktacular family fun at Rec-or-Treat at Damascus Community Recreation Center where kids will get to explore for eerie delights and tasty treats! 🎃
Check out more of what's happening at Damascus CRC ➡️ ow.ly/IB0650XfOHo.
Check out more of what's happening at Damascus CRC ➡️ ow.ly/IB0650XfOHo.
October 24, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Join #MoCoRec this Saturday, Oct. 25 for spooktacular family fun at Rec-or-Treat at Damascus Community Recreation Center where kids will get to explore for eerie delights and tasty treats! 🎃
Check out more of what's happening at Damascus CRC ➡️ ow.ly/IB0650XfOHo.
Check out more of what's happening at Damascus CRC ➡️ ow.ly/IB0650XfOHo.
Pack those potions and get ready to glide on water at Witchy Paddle on October 25 at Black Hill Regional Park! Enjoy a sunset paddle on Little Seneca Lake and live music from Acoustics and Ales with your fellow witches.
Learn more about this witch-tastic time: mocoparks.org/46GUc77
Learn more about this witch-tastic time: mocoparks.org/46GUc77
October 24, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Pack those potions and get ready to glide on water at Witchy Paddle on October 25 at Black Hill Regional Park! Enjoy a sunset paddle on Little Seneca Lake and live music from Acoustics and Ales with your fellow witches.
Learn more about this witch-tastic time: mocoparks.org/46GUc77
Learn more about this witch-tastic time: mocoparks.org/46GUc77