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Renovated Valleywood Neighborhood Park Playground Reopens in Aspen Hill

Valleywood Neighborhood Park in Aspen Hill has reopened with new play structures, an accessible swing, artwork, a seesaw, and a spring rider.

Fani-González· Jun 17, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off the summer legislative session”
Jun 17
Parks & Recreation

Wheaton Street Project Grand Opening Set for June 21

A new community gathering space at Elkin and Price Streets in Wheaton opens Saturday, June 21, with programming from noon to 5 PM.

Fani-González· Jun 17, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off the summer legislative session”
Jun 17
Parks & Recreation

Summer Soaker Family Bike Ride Set for July 13 in District 6

A 4-mile family bike ride through District 6 and a water battle are planned July 13 at North Four Corners Park, with police participation.

Fani-González· May 29, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Big news in North Bethesda, plus loads of events”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

District 6 Farmers Markets Open in Forest Glen, Aspen Hill

Pop-up farmers markets come to Forest Glen on June 15 and Aspen Hill on June 18, offering local produce and goods.

Fani-González· May 29, 2025· 2 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Big news in North Bethesda, plus loads of events”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Wheaton TGIF Summer Concert Series Starts June 13

Six free outdoor concerts run June 13–August 22 at Marian Fryer Town Plaza, featuring blues, jazz, reggae, Latin, and world music.

Fani-González· May 29, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Big news in North Bethesda, plus loads of events”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Wheels in Wheaton Roller Skating Event May 31–June 1

Roller skating, skateboarding, food, and a beer garden come to Wheaton's Parking Lot 13 on May 31 and June 1.

Fani-González· May 29, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Big news in North Bethesda, plus loads of events”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Taste of Wheaton Festival Returns Sunday, June 1

Taste of Wheaton features local ethnic restaurants, live entertainment, artisan vendors, and kids' activities at Marian Fryer Town Plaza.

Fani-González· May 29, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Big news in North Bethesda, plus loads of events”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg 'Flags for Our Heroes' Opening Ceremony May 24

The Gaithersburg Flags for Our Heroes Memorial Day opening ceremony takes place Saturday, May 24 at 11AM at Bohrer Park.

Balcombe· May 21, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Budget) Message from Marilyn: Thursday, May 22, 2025”
May 21
Parks & Recreation

Excel Beyond the Bell Expands to Waters Landing Elementary

The FY26 budget funds expansion of the Dept. of Recreation's Excel Beyond the Bell afterschool program to Waters Landing Elementary School.

Balcombe· May 21, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Budget) Message from Marilyn: Thursday, May 22, 2025”
May 21
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Parks Offers $30K Public Art Grant; May 30 Deadline

Local artists can apply for a $30,000 outdoor public art commission from Montgomery Parks by May 30.

Fani-González· May 15, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Wheaton Streetery Block Party Scheduled May 17

Wheaton Streetery Block Party takes place May 17 at 11am at Elkin St. and Price Ave.

Fani-González· May 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Creative Wheaton Launch Celebration Set for May 16

Creative Wheaton launches May 16 at 4pm at Elkin St. and Price Ave. in Wheaton.

Fani-González· May 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Bauer Drive Rec Center to Get $400K Renovation in FY26

FY26 capital budget includes $400K for the first phase of upgrades at Bauer Drive Community Recreation Center.

Fani-González· May 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Council Restores $5.5M Cut to Wheaton Regional Park, Parks Budget

Council reversed a $2M cut to Wheaton Regional Park and a $3.5M cut to Park and Planning's operating budget.

Fani-González· May 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg Book Festival Set for May 17 at Bohrer Park

The Gaithersburg Book Festival runs May 17, 10 AM–6 PM at Bohrer Park; admission and parking are free.

Balcombe· May 14, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, May 14, 2025”
May 14
Parks & Recreation

Clarksburg Farmers Market Opens Thursdays at The Clarksburg Yard

Montgomery County's newest farmers market launched May 1 and runs every Thursday 4–8 PM at 22820 Frederick Road, Clarksburg.

Balcombe· May 14, 2025· 2 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, May 14, 2025”
May 14
Parks & Recreation

Youth Town Hall on Arts and Culture Set for March 31 in Wheaton

Middle and high schoolers invited to a youth town hall on Montgomery County's cultural future on March 31 at the M-NCPPC Auditorium in Wheaton.

Fani-González· Mar 28, 2025· 1 source
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Budget and update on housing”
Mar 28
Parks & Recreation

RespectFest Scheduled at Wheaton Community Recreation Center

RespectFest will be held at Wheaton Community Recreation Center on Sunday, April 6, from 1–4PM.

Balcombe· Mar 26, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, March 26, 2025”
Mar 26
Parks & Recreation

County Requests $1.5M to Build Wheaton Regional Adventure Sports Park

A $1.5M state funding request would construct a new Adventure Sports Park within Wheaton Regional Park's Rubini Sports complex.

Fani-González· Feb 7, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “Upcoming town halls on housing and restaurants”
Feb 7
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County Recreation Summer Camp Registration Opens Jan. 21

Montgomery County Recreation summer camp registration opens for county residents at 6:30AM on Jan. 21; non-residents may register starting Jan. 23.

Balcombe· Jan 15, 2025· 0 sources
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, January 15, 2025”
Jan 15
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