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Gas & Steam Engine Show Returns to Farm Park April 25–26

The Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood hosts a free Gas & Steam Engine Show April 25–26 with antique tractors, live music, and family activities.

Luedtke· Apr 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community First: From Soup to Supporting Our Farmers”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

Olney Days Festival Returns with April–May Events

Olney Days kicks off April 8 with a restaurant fundraiser and April 24 with community events featuring food, entertainment, and local vendors.

Luedtke· Apr 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community First: From Soup to Supporting Our Farmers”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

Coop's Soups Builds Community Connections in Montgomery County

Local initiative Coop's Soups, founded by Cristin Cooper, brings neighbors together through shared meals to combat loneliness.

Luedtke· Apr 15, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Community First: From Soup to Supporting Our Farmers”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

Autism Acceptance Month Event at Wheaton Regional Park, April 18

Free family-friendly sensory event at Wheaton Regional Park on April 18 celebrates Autism Acceptance Month with county partners.

MCFSN· Apr 15, 2026· 6 links
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “MCITP/FSN Newsletter: April 2026 Vol. II”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County Greenfest Set for April 24 in County

Montgomery County's annual Greenfest will be held April 24, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM, featuring environmental resources and solar program information.

DEP· Apr 15, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Open NOW: This will be better than filing your taxes! We promise!”
Apr 15
Parks & Recreation

County Seeks Applicants for Sports Advisory Committee

Montgomery County has vacancies on its Sports Advisory Committee; application deadline is April 22, 2026.

MCG-PIO· Apr 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Seeking Applicants to Serve on Sports Advisory Committee ”
Apr 13
Parks & Recreation

Council Reviews $2.4M Public Arts Trust Capital Budget

Council reviews the $2.4M FY27-32 CIP for the Public Arts Trust on April 14, with a recommended $408,000 annual appropriation — unchanged from prior years.

MCCouncil· Apr 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on April 14 to Conduct Multiple Public Hearings …”
Apr 13
Parks & Recreation

Council Reviews $165M Recreation Capital Budget for FY27-32

Council reviews the $165M+ FY27-32 Recreation CIP on April 14, up 27.4% from prior period; natural grass field at North Potomac Center deferred.

MCCouncil· Apr 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on April 14 to Conduct Multiple Public Hearings …”
Apr 13
Parks & Recreation

Bike to Work Day Set for May 15, Registration Open

MCDOT sponsors eight pit stops countywide with raffles, snacks, and music; first 18,000 registrants get a free t-shirt.

MCDOT· Apr 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Registration Now Open for ‘Bike to Work Day’ on Friday, May 15”
Apr 13
Parks & Recreation

Bunny Brunch at Coffield Recreation Center April 18

The Gwendolyn E. Coffield Community Recreation Center hosts a Bunny Brunch with egg hunt and crafts on April 18, noon to 2 p.m.

CFW· Apr 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock--It's Time To Show Us What You've Got! Girl Pow…”
Apr 10
Parks & Recreation

East County Youth Block Party Features Basketball, Futsal, and CPR Training

The East County Community Recreation Center is hosting a block party for middle and high school students with sports, food, and CPR training.

CFW· Apr 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock--It's Time To Show Us What You've Got! Girl Pow…”
Apr 10
Parks & Recreation

Social Justice Fair at Walt Whitman High School April 11

A Social Justice Fair with speakers on criminal justice, women's rights, and environmental justice is set for April 11 at Walt Whitman HS.

CFW· Apr 10, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock--It's Time To Show Us What You've Got! Girl Pow…”
Apr 10
Parks & Recreation

Commission Honors 31 Women at April 8 History Awards Ceremony

The CFW and Montgomery Women recognized 31 women at the annual Women Making History Awards held April 8 in Silver Spring.

CFW· Apr 10, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock--It's Time To Show Us What You've Got! Girl Pow…”
Apr 10
Parks & Recreation

Girl Power Creative Contest Deadline Extended to April 15

Montgomery County residents age 5+ can submit creative works inspired by women who made a difference through April 15.

CFW· Apr 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Tick, Tock, Tick, Tock--It's Time To Show Us What You've Got! Girl Pow…”
Apr 10
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery Parks Share Fair Set for April 18 at Black Hill

Montgomery Parks hosts a sustainability Share Fair on April 18 at Black Hill Discovery Center for residents to donate gently used items.

MCCouncil· Apr 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía con el Concejo to Spotlight Earth Month, this Friday at 2 p.m. on Ra…”
Apr 9
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County GreenFest Scheduled for April 26

Montgomery County's annual GreenFest environmental event is set for April 26, 2026.

DEP· Apr 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Energy — “Commercial Energy News | April 2026”
Apr 8
Parks & Recreation

Fashion Boot Camp Season 10 Finale Held at East County Rec Center

MoCoRec's Fashion Boot Camp marked its 10th season with a runway finale at East County Community Recreation Center.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Parks & Recreation

Senior Soccer Program Draws 100+ Players at North Potomac

Volunteer Dave Modi runs a year-round senior soccer program at North Potomac Recreation Center, attracting over 100 players weekly.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Parks & Recreation

Rec Regatta Cardboard Boat Race at Olney Swim Center April 25

Participants build cardboard-and-duct-tape boats and race at Olney Swim Center on April 25; registration is $10 per boat.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
Parks & Recreation

19th Annual Youth Voice Roundtable Set for April 10

Free in-person and virtual event for county middle and high schoolers at Upper County Community Recreation Center earns 2 SSL hours.

MCRecreation· Apr 7, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Recreation — “Get Moving This April - Programs for All Ages at MoCoRec”
Apr 7
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