MoCo Sports

Montgomery Sports Hall of Fame Will Induct 2023 New Inductees at Free to Attend Ceremonies on Sunday, Oct. 29

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: “The Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame (MCSHF) will induct its 2023 class of six new members on Sunday, Oct. 29, at the Silver Spring Civic Building in Downtown Silver Spring. The fifth class for the Hall of Fame includes legendary figures in their respective fields in Georgetown Prep football coach Jim Fegan, the late Gaithersburg High School football coach John Harvill, Paint Branch basketball star Tracy Jackson, Springbrook High and U.S. national team soccer player Joanna Lohman, tennis player Harold Solomon and television sportscaster Scott Van Pelt, who attended Sherwood High School.

The ceremonies on Oct. 29 will be free to attend. The Silver Spring Civic Building is located at 1 Veterans Place in Silver Spring. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the ceremonies will start at 6 p.m. Business or sports-themed attired is recommended.

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Maryland

Maryland Residents Encouraged to Participate in Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills

By Patrick Herron

Per the MDEM: “The Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) is proud to promote Earthquake Preparedness and encourages Marylanders to take part in The Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills occurring across the Country on October 19 at 10:19 a.m. EDT.  Almost 73,000 people representing approximately 50 organizations, including individuals and families from Maryland were registered as of Friday afternoon. Others are encouraged to register here before the exercise begins.

 

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Aspen Hill

MoCo’s Last Boston Market Has Closed Permanently

By MCS Staff

Boston Market has closed its last remaining Montgomery County location, as the restaurant at 3825 Aspen Hill Rd in Northgate Plaza (Aspen Hill) has closed permanently (photos below). Boston Market closed its Gaithersburg location back in April also closed its White Oak location in early 2020. The restaurant chain is dealing with various issues across the country, as detailed in this Finance Buzz article.

Last January we reported that Boston Market would be opening a new Rockville Pike location, according to signage that was put up at the old Katsu Go location in Towne Plaza (the shopping center that’s home to Navy Federal Credit Union and PM Pediatrics) at 12238 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852. In December, we spoke with a klnb representative who told us that Boston Market signed a lease, but had pulled out of the space. Boston Market was founded as Boston Chicken in 1985.

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MoCo Government

Montgomery County: Best Places to Explore Fall Foliage

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: “One of the highlights of the fall season is watching the leaves on the trees change from the vibrant green of summer to an array of red, orange and yellow splendor. Visit Montgomery wants people to know that a trip to New England or through the Shenandoah Mountains is not necessary because a day trip around the County will provide a season’s worth of great sights.

Peak color in Montgomery County is traditionally estimated to be from now through the end of October and areas of the County are moving toward their full fall colors. With more than 250 miles of trails throughout the County, it is easy to get outside and have an adventure at any skill level. Find more trails using the Moco Trail Guide and then grab a craft drink along the Tastemakers Trail. Here are some of the best places in the County to explore fall foliage:

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Rockville

Rockville City Police to Host Spooktacular ‘Boo-Vie’ Night on Friday, Oct. 27, with Free Family Friendly Outdoor Double Feature

By Patrick Herron
Horror movie night and Halloween party concept with popcorn, pumpkin and movie clapper board on dark background. Top view, flat lay

Per Montgomery County: “The City of Rockville Police will be hosting their first free Halloween “Boo-Vie” Night with a double feature of the family-friendly It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown followed by Hocus Pocus shown on a big movie screen starting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27. The special event, which will include complimentary food and treats, will be held at Fallsgrove Park at the Thomas Farm Community Center.

All attendees are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and to arrive early for the lawn seating, which will open at 6 p.m. The Thomas Farm Community Center is located at 700 Fallsgrove Dr. in Rockville.

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Events

‘Old School vs. New School’ Basketball Game Takes Places This November; Registration Open

By MCS Staff

Prepare for an epic battle of Old School vs New School this Fall! The Teen Program in Takoma Park will be hosting a basketball game with 10 adults against 10 teens to determine the ultimate Old School vs New School match up! Who will take the crown?! The winning team is awarded a trip to a Washington Wizards basketball game! Teens (Grades 8-12) and adults wanted! If you would like to participate as a player and submit your team, please register on ActiveNet. PLAYERS MUST be registered by Wednesday, November 10th, no exceptions! Additional information below:

Register using your information and select a team number. Inform your teammates to register and select the SAME number as you. For example, if you selected “Team 1,” your teammate MUST also select the same team. Once all 3 (or 4) members have registered, you are all set!You have the option to have a 4th alternate teammate that you can switch with. This is optional and not required. No registration is required to attend the event as a spectator. Come out and have fun with a DJ, food, a 3-point contest, and raffle prizes! Registration/participation in this event is free.

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Rockville

Meet The Candidates for Rockville’s Vote By Mail Mayor and City Council Election

By MCS Staff

Rockville voters will decide between two candidates for mayor and 12 candidates for six council seats in this fall’s vote-by-mail city election. The six council candidates with the most votes will win the six council seats. The Mayor and Council serve four-year terms. Every U.S. citizen living within Rockville city limits and over the age of 18 by Nov. 7, 2023 is eligible to vote in the city election. To be sure to receive a ballot, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/election to check your address, update your information and register online to vote.

Ballots will be mailed to registered voters on or before Friday, Oct. 13. Return your postage-paid ballot to the city. All ballots must be received at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave., by 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 to be counted. Postmarks do not count. Completed ballots can also be dropped off anytime before 8 p.m. Nov. 7 at a secure ballot drop box. Two outdoor drop boxes are located at City Hall and Montrose Community Center. Four indoor drop boxes are located at the Rockville Senior Center, Lincoln Park Community Center, Twinbrook Community Recreation Center, and Thomas Farm Community Center and are accessible only during hours of operation. Completed ballots can also be dropped off from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 7 at the vote centers at City Hall or Thomas Farm Community Center. Same-day voter registration will be available at City Hall for eligible residents who are not yet registered. Those residents can register and cast their vote from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. at City Hall.

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Education

Neelsville MS Principal Barabara Escobar Named ‘Hispanic Educator of the Year’

By MCS Staff

Barbara Escobar, principal at Neelsville Middle School, received the Hispanic Educator of the Year award at the Hispanic Leadership Awards Gala. The award was presented by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County (HCCMC). Escobar was appointed as principal of Neelsville in June 2022.

Last month, during Hispanic Heritage Month, MCPS recognized Escobar with the following tweet, “Barbara Escobar is the Principal of Neelsville Middle School. She was born and raised in Puerto Rico. She believes education is important because it serves as the instrument that ignites curiosity, reinforces determination and unlocks limitless opportunities.” which shared the following quote from Escobar, “I take immense pride in my role of serving the wonderful Neelsville Middle School “comunidad” and setting an example of Latina leadership for my students“.

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Education

MCPS is Hosting Three Operating Budget Forums on Oct.19, Oct. 25 and Nov. 14

By MCS Staff

MCPS is hosting a series of forums to learn more about the process for the 2024–2025 operating budget. Join us for a discussion with MCPS leadership and an opportunity to engage in breakout sessions.

In June, Montgomery County Board of Education has unanimously adopted a $3.165 billion operating budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, an increase of $245 million or 8.4 percent over the prior year. The adopted budget will allow Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) to make investments to support enrollment growth and student academic needs, while providing staff wage increases to competitively hire and retain highly qualified teachers, administrators and support service workers. Events for the 2024-2025 operating budge will be held on the following dates:

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MoCo Government

Community Overdose Action Town Hall Set for Thursday, November 2 in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: “Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center (OOCC), in partnership with Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), will host a town hall on Thursday, Nov. 2, to hear ideas from residents on how Maryland can address the opioid crisis.  The event will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. in the third floor hearing room of Montgomery County Council Office Building, which is located at 100 Maryland Ave in Rockville. 

The town hall will also be livestreamed on County Cable Montgomery and on several Facebook accounts, including Maryland’s Before Its Too Late and DHHS.

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