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Parks & Recreation

MoComCon Fandom Festival at Black Rock in Germantown This Weekend

Montgomery County Public Libraries hosts a two-day pop culture festival in Germantown March 20–21, featuring cosplay, panels, gaming, and more.

MCPL· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Education

State Grants Fund Teacher Certification Program for Degree Holders

Governor Moore announced grants supporting the ACET alternative teacher certification program, targeting displaced and retiring federal employees.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Local Economy

SkillUp Montgomery Offers Free Online Job Training to All Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp program gives county residents free 24/7 access to over 5,000 online job skills courses for up to six months.

WorkSource Montgomery· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new online hub provides unemployment, job search, and legal resources for displaced federal workers and contractors.

WorkSource Montgomery· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Health & Human Services

County Lists Energy Bill Assistance Programs Amid Rising Costs

Several state and nonprofit programs offer credits, shut-off protection, and arrearage help to Montgomery County residents facing higher energy bills.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 3 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Finance

Free Tax Prep for Low-to-Moderate Income Residents at MCPL

AARP Tax Aide volunteers offer free tax preparation at Montgomery County Public Libraries, with priority for seniors 60+.

MCPL· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Education

MCPS Launches Survey on Grading, Safety, and Cell Phone Policies

MCPS is surveying families, students, and staff on operational changes including grading, police in schools, and cell phone rules.

MCPS· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Health & Human Services

Free Monthly Divorce and Separation Law Classes Through June

Local family law attorneys lead free monthly classes on Maryland separation and divorce law, first Wednesday of each month through June 2026.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Other

Commission for Women Names 2026 Women Making History Award Recipients

Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women announce honorees of the 2026 Women Making History Award.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Parks & Recreation

Girl Power Contest Open Through March 31

Montgomery County residents ages 5+ can submit creative work celebrating inspirational women through March 31.

Commission for Women· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Girl Power Contest: Show Us What You’ve Got by March 31!”
Mar 20
Transportation

Ride On Stop on Wayne Ave Closes March 24 for Two Weeks

Bus stop 27061 on Wayne Ave between Fenton and Cedar Streets closes March 24 for ~2 weeks due to sidewalk construction.

MCDOT· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Ride On Bus Stop on Wayne Avenue to Close March 24 for Two Weeks Due To Sidewalk…”
Mar 20
Meetings & Hearings

MCPS Boundary Study and Special Education Updates Set for April 9

Education & Culture Committee will receive updates on the MCPS boundary study and special education services on April 9, 2026.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Meetings & Hearings

Joint Worksession Planned on Early Care and Education Workforce

A joint HHS/EC/ECON worksession on the Early Care and Education Workforce is scheduled for March 26, 2026.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Education

Education Committee Holds Final MCPS Capital Improvements Worksession

The Education and Culture Committee held its final MCPS Capital Improvements Program worksession on March 19, covering school building conditions and equity.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Finance

Council Committees Address Arts Council Governance, $53K Metris Payment

A joint EC/GO worksession on March 19 took up arts council governance reform and a $53,800 supplemental appropriation owed to Metris Arts Consulting.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Health & Human Services

EC and HHS Committees Review DHHS Capital Improvements Program

Joint EC/HHS committee worksession on March 12 covered DHHS FY27–32 capital projects including childcare, wellness centers, and shelter infrastructure.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Education

Montgomery College Seeks $500M Capital Plan, Including New East County Campus

Education & Culture Committee reviewed Montgomery College's FY27–32 CIP, a nearly $500M request that includes a new $63M East County campus.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Other

Jawando Opens 'Councilmember for a Day' Challenge for Students

Middle and high school students in Montgomery County can apply through April 8 to participate in the annual Councilmember for a Day Challenge.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Housing & Real Estate

Jawando Bill Would Ban AI Rent Price-Fixing by Landlords

Jawando's Anti-Algorithmic Price-Fixing Act would prohibit landlords from using AI tools to coordinate or manipulate rental prices in the county.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
Meetings & Hearings

Council Schedules Five Public Hearings on FY2027 Budget

Montgomery County Council holds five public budget hearings April 7–9; written, audio, and video testimony also accepted online.

Jawando· Mar 20, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Will Jawando — “The Jawando Report: Fighting for You This Budget Season.”
Mar 20
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