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30th Annual Taste of Wheaton Culinary Festival Set for June 7

The 30th Annual Taste of Wheaton food and culture festival takes place all day Sunday, June 7 at Marian Fryer Town Plaza in Wheaton.

DHHS· Jun 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “June Caregiver newsletter”
Jun 1
Parks & Recreation

LGBTQ+ 50+ Pride Day Event Planned for Silver Spring

A free all-day LGBTQ+ 50+ Pride Day event is set for June 28 at Veteran's Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring, noon to 5 PM.

DHHS· Jun 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “June Caregiver newsletter”
Jun 1
Parks & Recreation

Free Summer Twilight Concerts Launch June 2 at Brookside Gardens

Montgomery Parks hosts free outdoor Tuesday evening concerts at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton every week starting June 2, with the Olney Big Band.

CFW· May 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Connect, Learn, and Engage with CFW”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County Recreation Outdoor Pools Now Open for Summer

Montgomery County Recreation outdoor pools are open for the summer season; schedules and pass information are available online.

CFW· May 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Connect, Learn, and Engage with CFW”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Free Women's Self-Defense Class at Burtonsville Library June 23

CFW offers a free two-hour introductory women's self-defense class at Marilyn J Praisner Branch Library on June 23.

CFW· May 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Connect, Learn, and Engage with CFW”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Head Start Party in the Park Returns to Wheaton June 6

Free annual Head Start Party in the Park returns to Wheaton Regional Park on June 6, 11 AM–3 PM, with a resource fair and registration.

DHHS· May 29, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Community Action e-newsletter: May 2026”
May 29
Parks & Recreation

Free Parks Playhouse Junior Summer Performances at Two County Parks

Montgomery Parks hosts free live children's performances at Flower Avenue Urban Park and Ellsworth Urban Park this summer, 10–11 AM.

Stewart· May 27, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Supporting our residents during difficult times”
May 27
Parks & Recreation

DHHS Holds 5th Annual AAPI Heritage Month Celebration at Seneca Valley

The May 3 event at Seneca Valley High School featured cultural performances, health screenings, and food vendors for AAPI communities.

DHHS· May 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “DHHS Digest | May 2026: Longevity Act Signed, AAPI Heritage and BHCSC Renovation…”
May 27
Parks & Recreation

Department of Recreation Offers Affordable Summer Youth Programs

County Executive and Recreation Director Albornoz to highlight affordable youth sports and activities available this summer.

PIO· May 26, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
May 26
Parks & Recreation

Rockville Memorial Day Parade Set for May 25

Rockville's Memorial Day Parade and Festival kicks off at 10:30 AM on May 25, with a remembrance ceremony at 9:00 AM in Town Center.

Sayles· May 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “🚨Last Call! 🚨”
May 22
Parks & Recreation

Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park Reopens After Renovations

The 290-acre Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park in Clarksburg has reopened following major renovations, featuring a carousel, skatepark, and baseball field.

Glass· May 22, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “Glass Gazette May 21, 2026: Budget, Pride, and Tree Removal”
May 22
Parks & Recreation

Pride Flag Raising Ceremony Set for June 4 in Rockville

Montgomery County's 2026 Pride Flag raising is scheduled for 9 a.m. June 4 at Veterans Memorial Plaza outside the Ike Leggett Executive Office Building.

Glass· May 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “Glass Gazette May 21, 2026: Budget, Pride, and Tree Removal”
May 22
Parks & Recreation

Council Hearing: Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center Construction Bill

Expedited Bill 25-26 would authorize planning, design, and construction of the Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center.

MCCouncil· May 22, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on June 9, 16 and 30, 2026”
May 22
Parks & Recreation

Parks and Recreation Funded at $225M in FY2027

Montgomery Recreation receives $70.9M and Montgomery Parks $154.5M in the FY2027 operating budget.

MCCouncil· May 21, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “El Concejo del Condado de Montgomery Vota para Aprobar el Presupuesto Operativo …”
May 21
Parks & Recreation

Council Marks Memorial Day With Gaithersburg, Rockville Observances

Memorial Day observances are scheduled in Gaithersburg and Rockville to honor fallen service members ahead of the May 26 holiday.

Fani-González· May 21, 2026· 2 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council passes $7.9 billion budget with new progressive income tax structure | E…”
May 21
Parks & Recreation

Taste of Wheaton 30th Anniversary Festival Set for June 7

Taste of Wheaton, Maryland's longest-running food and culture festival, celebrates its 30th year on June 7 at Marian Fryer Town Plaza in Wheaton.

Fani-González· May 21, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council passes $7.9 billion budget with new progressive income tax structure | E…”
May 21
Parks & Recreation

CIP Includes $21.7M Recreation Center, $50M Health Computing Institute

FY27 capital budget includes $21.7M for a Western County Recreation Center, $50M for the Institute for Health Computing, and $9.9M for North Bethesda Metro redevelopment.

MCCouncil· May 21, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Votes to Approve $7.9 Billion Fiscal Year 2027 Operati…”
May 21
Parks & Recreation

Bill Introduced for $45.3M Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center

Expedited Bill 25-26 introduced May 21 to authorize planning, design, and construction of the Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center at $45.3M.

MCCouncil· May 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on May 21 for Final Votes on the County's $…”
May 20
Parks & Recreation

Outdoor Pools Open, Rec Centers Closed Memorial Day

Montgomery County outdoor pools will be open May 25, while community recreation centers, senior centers, and indoor aquatic centers are closed.

mcg-pio· May 19, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Horario festivo del Condado de Montgomery para el Día de los Caídos (Memorial Da…”
May 19
Parks & Recreation

Summer Pool Passes on Sale; Daily Admission Rates Set

Season passes valid May 23–Sept. 7 are available now; daily admission is $5–$7 for residents, $20 for non-residents.

Montgomery County Recreation· May 19, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Recreation's Seven Outdoor Pools Open Memorial Day Weeken…”
May 19
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