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Montgomery County Agricultural Fair Runs Aug. 8–16 in Gaithersburg

The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair runs Aug. 8–16 at 501 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg; parking is $20, no Lakeforest shuttles.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Parks & Recreation

BlackRock Scrap Happy Thrift Store Open Aug. 2; Artisans Market Aug. 9

BlackRock Center hosts its pay-what-you-can Scrap Happy art supply thrift store Aug. 2 and an Artisans Market Aug. 9.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 2 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Parks & Recreation

BlackRock Center Hosts Outdoor 'Lilo & Stitch' Movie Night Aug. 1

BlackRock Center for the Arts screens 'Lilo & Stitch' outdoors on August 1 from 6:30–11:30PM in Germantown.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 2 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Parks & Recreation

Clarksburg Yard Hosts Back-to-School Movie Night Aug. 22

The Clarksburg Yard screens 'How to Train Your Dragon' outdoors on Friday, August 22 at 8PM.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Parks & Recreation

Clarksburg Farmers Market Opens Thursdays Through November

New Clarksburg Farmers Market runs every Thursday 4–8PM at The Clarksburg Yard, 22820 Frederick Road, through Nov. 6.

Balcombe· Aug 1, 2025· 2 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A (Summer) Message from Marilyn: Friday, August 1, 2025”
Aug 1
Parks & Recreation

AfriThrive 'Taste of Africa' Celebration Set for Sept. 27 in Germantown

AfriThrive hosts its inaugural Taste of Africa event September 27 from 5–10PM at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.

Balcombe· Jul 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, July 23, 2025”
Jul 23
Parks & Recreation

AHCMC Seeks Public Input on New Montgomery County Cultural Plan

The Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County is collecting community feedback on its Cultural Plan via a brief survey through December 2025.

Balcombe· Jul 9, 2025· 1 link
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, July 9, 2025”
Jul 9
Parks & Recreation

27-Farm Tour and Harvest Sale Set for July 26–27

Montgomery County's annual Farm Tour and Harvest Sale visits 27 farms in the Agricultural Reserve on July 26–27, rain or shine.

Balcombe· Jul 9, 2025· 2 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, July 9, 2025”
Jul 9
Parks & Recreation

June Farmers Markets Running Across District 6

Three farmers markets are scheduled across District 6 in June, including weekly markets in Wheaton and one-time events in Silver Spring.

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

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 link
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 links
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 links
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 links
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 links
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 link
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 link
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 link
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 links
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 link
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 links
From: Councilmember Natali Fani-González — “We have a budget”
May 15
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