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Montgomery Parks and Montgomery Planning Accomplishments Highlighted in Montgomery County Climate Action Annual Report

Published September 13, 2022 at 2:42PM

Montgomery Parks and Montgomery Planning, both part of The Montgomery County Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, are combatting climate change in the county by using clean energy, enabling energy efficient transportation in the county, implementing new programs and initiatives, supporting carbon sequestration efforts, and collaborating with the Montgomery County Department of the Environment in meeting the County’s Climate Action Plan. All of these efforts among others are detailed in the Montgomery County Climate Action Annual Report, which showcases 2022 accomplishments and outlines plans to combat climate change in 2023.

The Montgomery County Climate Action Plan (CAP) is a strategic plan to cut community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG)emissions by 80% by 2027 and by 100% by 2035, as compared to 2005 levels. The plan also seeks to reduce climate-related risks to county residents, businesses, and the built and natural environment.

Montgomery Parks in Collaboration with County Agencies Repurpose Parking Spaces as a Creative Installation for PARK(ing) Day

By MCS Staff

Published September 12, 2022 at 1:43PM

Montgomery Parks in cooperation with the Wheaton Urban District, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Montgomery County Recreation (MCR), One Montgomery Green and Montgomery Energy Connection invite the public to celebrate PARK(ing) Day on Friday, September 16, 2022. The organizations will repurpose part of a parking lot in Wheaton, Md., behind the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) building, into a temporary parklet. Games, a DJ, and free Italian ice will be available for guests to enjoy. There will also be an LED light bulb exchange where residents can trade energy-inefficient incandescent bulbs for more energy-saving LED ones.

“PARK(ing) Day provides an opportunity to create a fun, new experience to bring people together in Wheaton and surrounding areas,” said Mike Riley, director of Montgomery Parks. “The parklet allows us to demonstrate how small, activated urban green spaces can create big impacts in our communities.” The public is invited to stop by the pop-up parklet to play games, relax, and meet staff from Parks, DEP, MCR, and co-sponsoring community organizations.

Events Taking Place in Montgomery Parks September 9-11

By MCS Staff

Published September 8, 2022 at 9:43AM

Per Montgomery Parks: Outdoor happy hour, storytimes, nature walks, and history treks! It’s a weekend packed with programs and events in the parks!

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Annual Fall Native Plant Sale by Montgomery Parks Is Now Underway

By MCS Staff

Published September 2, 2022 at 9:51AM

Montgomery Parks is hosting its annual fall native plant sales at Locust Grove Nature Center in Bethesda and Maydale Nature Classroom in Colesville. The sales seek to bolster native vegetation for native pollinators. The plants help create habitats that are necessary for pollinators’ survival and support the local ecosystem. The online sale for Locust Grove Nature Center runs through Tuesday, Sept. 6, and an in-person sale is scheduled for Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 17-18. The native plant sale for Maydale Nature Center is exclusively online and begins Sept. 6.

The department’s Native Plant Program began 10 years ago at Pope Farm Nursery, which is located at 7400 Airpark Rd. in Gaithersburg. The program was established in 2012 to enhance habitats for native pollinators and has quadrupled since its founding from 12,000 to 50,000 plants produced per year.

Things To Do in Montgomery Parks on Labor Day Weekend

By MCS Staff

Published September 2, 2022 at 7:33AM

Per Montgomery Parks: September is upon us, and fall is just around the corner! Enjoy our outdoor summer activities before they are gone for the season. Check out these activities in the parks this Labor Day weekend from Friday, September 2, through Sunday, September 4!

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Montgomery Parks Celebrates International Underground Railroad Month and Harriet Tubman’s Bicentennial

By MCS Staff

Published September 1, 2022 at 2:02PM

The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Celebration takes place on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park

Montgomery Parks announces the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Celebration with programs at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park on Saturday, September 3, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Montgomery Parks Announces September Special Events and Programs

By MCS Staff

Published August 31, 2022 at 5:57AM

Montgomery Parks has a full lineup of special events in September, including festivals, free salsa lessons, happy hours, and yappy hours to bring your furry friends along. There are events for all ages and interests.

September Events in Montgomery Parks Include:

Montgomery Parks Opens Piedmont Local Park in Clarksburg (Photos Included)

By MCS Staff

Published August 26, 2022 at 9:47AM

The new park features a dog park, picnic shelter, and shared pickleball and tennis courts.

Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, announces the opening of Piedmont Woods Local Park, located at 12835 Snowden Farm Parkway in Clarksburg. The 65-acre park provides opportunities for recreation, social gatherings, and contemplative reflection. It features a variety of amenities, including:

Montgomery Parks Extends Open Parkways for Labor Day Weekend, Announces Operating Hours  

By MCS Staff

Published August 25, 2022 at 10:18AM

Montgomery Parks announces Labor Day operating hours, including extending its Open Parkways through Tuesday, September 6, at 7 a.m. for the holiday weekend.

Open Parkways Schedule  The Open Parkways schedule will be extended for the holiday until 7 a.m., Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Portions of Sligo Creek Parkway and Beach Drive will be open to pedestrians and bicyclists for exercise and recreation.

Montgomery Parks to Host Annual Fall Native Plant Sale Starting August 24, 2022

By MCS Staff

Published August 22, 2022 at 1:07PM

Montgomery Parks  and Locust Grove Nature Center will host its annual fall native plant salebeginning on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. The department’s Native Plant Program began ten years ago at Pope Farm Nursery to bolster native vegetation for native pollinators. The plants help create habitats that are necessary for pollinators’ survival and support the local ecosystem.

The native plants will be available for purchase online via ActiveMONTGOMERY and in-person at Locust Grove Nature Center.

Things To Do in Montgomery Parks (Friday, August 19-Sunday, August 21)

By MCS Staff

Published August 18, 2022 at 10:54AM

Per Montgomery Parks: Get out to the parks this weekend before unofficial summer ends and the school year starts up! From comedy shows to campfires we have it all going on. Check out these programs in Parks Pick for Friday, August 19, to Sunday, August 21!

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