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Free Women's Self-Defense Classes Begin May 11

CFW offers free two-hour introductory self-defense sessions at two rec centers in May; open to women 13+.

CFW· May 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Mother's Day!”
May 8
Parks & Recreation

Ag Education Tailgate Day Volunteer Event May 15 in Derwood

Montgomery Parks seeks special event volunteers for Ag Education Tailgate Day on May 15 at Agricultural History Farm Park.

Montgomery Parks + Planning· May 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery Parks + Planning — “Reforest Montgomery receives national merit award, Have your say on New Hampshir…”
May 8
Parks & Recreation

History Book Club Meets May 13 at Josiah Henson Museum

Montgomery Parks' History Book Club meets May 13 at Josiah Henson Museum and Park in Montgomery County.

Montgomery Parks + Planning· May 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery Parks + Planning — “Reforest Montgomery receives national merit award, Have your say on New Hampshir…”
May 8
Parks & Recreation

Mother's Day Skates at Two County Ice Rinks May 10

Mother's Day Skates event scheduled May 10 at Cabin John Ice Rink and Wheaton Ice Arena.

Montgomery Parks + Planning· May 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery Parks + Planning — “Reforest Montgomery receives national merit award, Have your say on New Hampshir…”
May 8
Parks & Recreation

New Hampshire Estates Park Renovation Virtual Meeting May 13

Montgomery Parks holds a bilingual virtual meeting May 13, 7–8:30 p.m., and online survey through June 30 on renovating New Hampshire Estates Neighborhood Park.

Montgomery Parks + Planning· May 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery Parks + Planning — “Reforest Montgomery receives national merit award, Have your say on New Hampshir…”
May 8
Parks & Recreation

Taste of Wheaton 30th Annual Festival Set for June 7

Maryland's longest-running food and culture festival returns to Downtown Wheaton on June 7 with international cuisine, live music, and vendors.

Fani-González· May 6, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “District 6 Updates | Español abajo”
May 6
Parks & Recreation

Clothing Swap and Mending Lab at Long Branch Library May 17

Residents can swap clothing and learn garment repair techniques at Long Branch Library in Silver Spring on May 17.

Montgomery County· May 5, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Spring Sustainability Events: Food Scraps, Toy Swap & Mending Lab”
May 5
Parks & Recreation

Toy & Game Swap, Fix-It Clinic Set for May 9

Residents can swap gently used toys and get broken items repaired by volunteers at Flora Singer Elementary on May 9.

Montgomery County· May 5, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Spring Sustainability Events: Food Scraps, Toy Swap & Mending Lab”
May 5
Parks & Recreation

County Celebrates Bike and Roll to School Day at Poolesville Elementary

MCDOT, MCFRS, and MCPS partner for annual Bike and Roll to School Day event May 6 at Poolesville Elementary, 8–9 a.m.

MCDOT· May 5, 2026· 1 link
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County to Celebrate ‘Bike and Roll to School Day’ on Wednesday, May 6…”
May 5
Parks & Recreation

County Celebrates Bike and Roll to School Day at Poolesville Elementary

MCDOT, MCPD, and MCFRS join students May 6 for group bike ride and celebration at Poolesville Elementary School.

MCDOT· May 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County to Celebrate ‘Bike and Roll to School Day’ on Wednesday, May 6…”
May 4
Parks & Recreation

Head Start 'Party in the Park' Set for June 6 in Montgomery County

Head Start and community partners host a Father's Day-themed park event June 6 with music, health screenings, and Pre-K/Head Start registration.

MCFIC· May 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: May Learning Link/ Enlace de Aprendizaje de Mayo”
May 3
Parks & Recreation

County Recreation Summer Program Registration Opens May 12

Montgomery County residents can register for summer recreation programs starting at 6:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Montgomery County Recreation· May 1, 2026· 2 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Recreation Summer Program Registration Begins Tuesday, May 12”
May 1
Parks & Recreation

TESS Center Hosts First Senior Social of 2026 in Long Branch

The TESS Community Action Center held its first senior social of the year on April 17, partnering with IMPACT Silver Spring and Long Branch Library.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Community Action e-newsletter: April 2026”
Apr 30
Parks & Recreation

Veterans Garden Club Meets at MayDale Nature Classroom May 11

A veterans-focused garden club program meets May 11 from 4–5 p.m. at MayDale Nature Classroom in Colesville.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “May Caregiver newsletter”
Apr 30
Parks & Recreation

Lifeline Horse Rescue Spring Open House Free for Veterans May 16

A free veteran and military family open house at Greystoke Farm in Gaithersburg features equine therapy demos, pony rides, and live music on May 16.

DHHS· Apr 30, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “May Caregiver newsletter”
Apr 30
Parks & Recreation

FreedomWalk 2026 Departs Sandy Spring Slave Museum May 4

The FreedomWalk kicks off May 4 at noon from the Sandy Spring Slave Museum, honoring Harriet Tubman's journey with a 750-mile walk.

Luedtke· Apr 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “A Community That Leads”
Apr 29
Parks & Recreation

Olney Days Festival Returns This Weekend

Olney Days returns with a full lineup of community events this weekend, culminating in a Sunday parade.

Luedtke· Apr 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “A Community That Leads”
Apr 29
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Parks Seeks Input on New Hampshire Estates Park Renovation

Montgomery Parks holds a virtual meeting May 13 to present two renovation concepts for New Hampshire Estates Neighborhood Park.

Stewart· Apr 29, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Budget updates and supporting our community”
Apr 29
Parks & Recreation

AAPI Heritage Month Celebration at Seneca Valley High School May 3

OCP and AAHI host the 5th annual AAPI Heritage Month celebration at Seneca Valley High School on May 3, 11AM–4PM.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Parks & Recreation

Glen Echo Park Launches Season with Art Walk, Carousel Day

Glen Echo Park opens its 2026 special events season with Art Walk in the Park on Friday evening and Carousel Day on Saturday, both free and open to the public.

Friedson· Apr 28, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “The Friedson Flyer: Keeping our Community Safe”
Apr 28
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