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Seven County Outdoor Pools Open Memorial Day Weekend

Montgomery County Recreation's seven outdoor pools begin pre-season operations May 23, 2026, weekends only through June 19.

Montgomery County Recreation· May 19, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Las siete piscinas al aire libre del Departamento de Recreación del Condado de M…”
May 19
Parks & Recreation

Rockville Memorial Day Parade Set for May 25

Councilmember Sayles joins Rockville's annual Memorial Day Parade on May 25; team meets at Rockville Post Office at 9:30 AM.

Sayles· May 19, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “It’s Not Too Late to Join!”
May 19
Parks & Recreation

'Preserving Prathertown' Event Set for Saturday at Gaithersburg Library

Prathertown Community Development Corporation hosts a community preservation event and free workshops at Gaithersburg Library on May 16, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “My Vote on the Budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Free Parks Playhouse Junior Show Coming to Olney Park

Montgomery Parks hosts free Parks Playhouse Junior performances for young children, including a late-May show at Southeast Olney Local Park.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “My Vote on the Budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg Book Festival Returns Saturday with 125+ Authors

The Gaithersburg Book Festival features 125+ authors, children's programming, workshops, and free shuttles from Shady Grove Metro on May 16.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “My Vote on the Budget”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Acoustics and Ales Live Music Event May 21 in Silver Spring

Montgomery Parks hosts live music, craft beer, and food trucks at Flower Avenue Urban Park on May 21, 5–7:30 p.m.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg Book Festival Returns May 16 at Bohrer Park

The free Gaithersburg Book Festival runs 10 a.m.–6 p.m. May 16 at Bohrer Park with author talks, workshops, and shuttle service.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Free Women's Self-Defense Classes Start May 18 in Potomac

Free two-hour introductory self-defense sessions for women 13+ begin May 18 at Potomac Community Recreation Center.

CFW· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Your Wallet Wants a Wellness Day”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Bowie Mill Bikeway, Johnson's Local Park Funded in Capital Plan

The FY27-32 Capital Improvements Program includes funding for the Bowie Mill Bikeway and Johnson's Local Park improvements.

Luedtke· May 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Councilmember Luedtke's Statement on the FY27 Operating Budget and Amendmen…”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Party in the Park at Wheaton Regional Park June 6

Wheaton Regional Park hosts Party in the Park on June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Play Day in the Park at Black Hill Discovery Center June 5

Black Hill Discovery Center hosts Play Day in the Park on June 5, 2026, from 11 a.m. to noon.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Turtle Talk at Brookside Nature Center May 30

Brookside Nature Center hosts a Turtle Talk program on May 30, 2026, from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Gaithersburg Book Festival Free to Public May 16

The Gaithersburg Book Festival runs May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is free to attend.

MCFSN· May 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: May 2026 Vol. II”
May 15
Parks & Recreation

Rockville Memorial Day Parade Set for May 25

Rockville's annual Memorial Day Parade steps off at 10:30 AM on May 25 at Rockville Town Center; SSL hours available for students.

Sayles· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Join Team Sayles at the Memorial Day Parade!”
May 14
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Recreation Summer Camps Spotlighted on Friday Radio Show

Montgomery County Department of Recreation's summer programs for youth and adults will be discussed on En Sintonía con el Concejo May 15.

MCCouncil· May 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Don’t Miss En Sintonía con el Concejo This Friday at 2 p.m. on Radio America, Fo…”
May 14
Parks & Recreation

NAMIWalks Montgomery County 2026 Set for May 16

NAMI Montgomery County hosts its annual fundraising walk May 16, 9am–12pm at Rio Lakefront in Rockville.

Stewart· May 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Mental Health Awareness Month”
May 13
Parks & Recreation

Free MCDOT 'Truck Day' Event Saturday in Rockville

MCDOT hosts free family event May 16, 11am–2pm at Rockville truck depot; climb vehicles, meet crews, vote in snowplow contest.

MCDOT· May 12, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Free ‘Truck Day’ Event on Saturday, May 16 in Rockville”
May 12
Parks & Recreation

Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom Renovation Gets Standalone CIP Project

Council hearing May 12 on a new capital project for the Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom, backed by $1.5M in state funds and a National Park Service match.

MCCouncil· May 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on May 12 to Commemorate Asian American, Native …”
May 11
Parks & Recreation

Friedson Receives YAA Visionary Award at Strathmore

Young Artists of America honored Councilmember Friedson on May 2 for supporting YAA's plan for a permanent Rockville arts hub.

Friedson· May 11, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Friedson Recognized with “Visionary Award” by Young Artists of America on Strath…”
May 11
Parks & Recreation

Cabin John Movies on the Green: Finding Dory May 8

Cabin John Village hosts free outdoor screening of Finding Dory on May 8; family fun starts at 6:30 p.m.

CFW· May 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Mother's Day!”
May 8
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