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Published May 11, 2022 at 10:35AM

There will be a food distribution event today, May 11, between 1-2:30pm at Watkins Mill Elementary School (19001 Watkins Mill Rd) in Montgomery Village. Please remain in your vehicle while food is being delivered. For additional help accessing food in Montgomery County, visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/covid19/get-help/food.html.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Black Rock Center has temporarily transformed into the Upcounty Consolidation Hub. The Hub provides essential food, baby, and household supplies to over 1,000 families disproportionally impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic every week. Learn more at blackrockcenter.org

Montgomery Parks

May is Filled with Special Events from Montgomery Parks

By Patrick Herron

Published May 10, 2022 at 1:56PM

Montgomery Parks special events in May will include:

Gaithersburg

MCPD 100th Anniversary Celebration This Saturday at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds

By Patrick Herron

Published May 10, 2022 at 10:58AM

Montgomery County Police will be holding a community event this Saturday, May 14, from 12-6pm at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in celebration of the departments 100th anniversary. According to MCPD, this will be the largest community event the department has ever hosted and will feature food trucks, police displays, music, face painting, and more. The event is scheduled to take place rain or shine.

Silver Spring

‘Twilight Tuesdays’ Events at Veterans Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring Throughout the Spring

By Patrick Herron

Published May 4, 2022 at 3:08PM

The schedule for Twilight Tuesdays will include:

North Bethesda

Free Thursday Night Concert Series and Friday Night Salsa at the Pike District in North Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published May 4, 2022 at 1:11PM

The Pike District will be hosting two months of free salsa dancing beginning this Friday, May 6 from 6-9pm. The pop up event is located at Grand Park Avenue and Banneker Street in North Bethesda. Pike District will also host nine weeks of live music beginning June 2nd. Food and beverage/alcohol vendors will be on hand each week.

For both events each week, food and beverage vendors will be on-hand to bring a variety of food options and attendees 21 and older can indulge in a selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. Hang out and enjoy the live music on Thursdays, challenge friends to a salsa dance-off on Fridays, or take advantage of both!

Bethesda

Plant-Based Food Festival Coming to Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published May 3, 2022 at 11:14AM

Planet Bethesda, a plant-based food festival, will take place on June 5 from 12-6pm at Elm Street Park in Bethesda. According to the events website, there will be more than a dozen area restaurants and vendors, live DJ, Bier Garten, and a plant-based pie eating contest. Participating restaurants include Dog Haus, Berries & Bowls, True Food Kitchen, and Tikka Masala. Entry to is the event is free and vendor food and beverage will be available for purchase.

MoCo History

The Dentzel Carousel at Glen Echo Park Opens Saturday, April 30

By Patrick Herron

Published April 29, 2022 at 7:17PM

In addition to riding the carousel, families are welcome to enjoy many other FREE activities throughout the Park, including live music & performances, kids’ arts & crafts, open artist studios & galleries, and lots more (see below)! Plus, the star of the show: carousel rides!

View the Full Schedule

Kensington

Washington D.C. Temple Now Open to the Public for the First Time Since 1974

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2022 at 11:17AM

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is holding public tours at the famous Washington D.C. Temple, the first time it has open to the public since 1974. The church was originally scheduled to open to the public in 2019 but was delayed due to COVID-19. The temple, beyond the visitor center, will be open to the public from April 28 through June 4, 2022, 9am-9pm, except on Sundays. The temple is located at 9900 Stoneybrook Dr. in Kensington. Parking and Metro shuttle tickets are now available at www.dctemple.org/open-house/

“When the temple was completed in 1974, it served all Latter-day Saints living east of the Mississippi and some Latter-day Saints in South America and Canada. At 160,000 square feet, it is the third largest temple in the world. It contains instruction rooms and sealing rooms, where marriages are performed.”

MoCo

Virtual Community Forum on New ‘Triage and Dispatch Protocol’ for Mental Health Crisis Response to Take Place May 4

By Patrick Herron

Published April 27, 2022 at 9:12AM

MCOT responses to behavioral health crises without police presence represent a significant change toward a civilian response. The civilian response is designed after the Crisis Assistance Helping Out on the Streets (CAHOOTS) model that has been successfully implemented in Eugene, Ore., for more than 30 years. In 2021, DHHS consulted with the White Bird Clinic (WBC) that runs the CAHOOTS model. Staff from WBC provided training to MCOT team members, homeless outreach workers, police, and other staff on de-escalation, scene safety, situational awareness, community engagement and trauma informed care. To request sign language interpreter services or other assistance to participate in this meeting, email Dorne Hill at [email protected] no less than five business days before the meeting date. For more information about the event, Dorne Hill at [email protected].

Gaithersburg

DC Hot Air Balloon Festival is Coming to MoCo

By Patrick Herron

Published April 27, 2022 at 7:46AM

The DC Hot Air Balloon Festival is coming to the Montgomery County AG Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg on September 17 and 18. Tickets for entry are $20/adult and $8/child and can be purchased at https://www.freshtix.com/events/dcballoonfest. Tethered hot air balloon rides will cost and additional $25.

For the Grand Finale each night after dark (about) 9pm we will have the fantastic Hot Air Balloon Glow & Laser show where we will light up all the balloons in unison with crowd participatory “Count Downs”! This show incorporates Music and visually stunning coordinated burns by the Hot Air Balloons & Lasers.. creating a Glow! Bring your blankets, chairs and umbrellas and set up your own “perfect” viewing spot!

Rockville

Registration Now Open for Suds & Soles 5K in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published April 25, 2022 at 3:32PM

Per the City of Rockville:

For more information and to register, visit www.mcrrcsudsandsoles.org. Proceeds benefit the Rockville Recreation and Parks Foundation, Inc. and MCRRC’s youth and beginning running programs. Learn more at www.rockvillemd.gov/sudsandsoles.