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GreenFest Returns April 26 at BlackRock in Germantown

Montgomery County's annual GreenFest environmental celebration is scheduled for Saturday, April 26 at BlackRock Center in Germantown.

DEP· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “The Environmental Rundown from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental…”
Feb 5
Environment

RainScapes Contractor Training Set for Feb. 19 in Germantown

Landscape contractors can attend a 3.5-hour green infrastructure workshop at Germantown Library on Feb. 19 for RainScapes Rebate eligibility.

DEP· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “The Environmental Rundown from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental…”
Feb 5
Environment

DEP Urges Residents to Remove Invasive Vines from Trees

Montgomery County DEP is calling on residents to cut invasive vines like English ivy and Wintercreeper to protect mature trees.

DEP· Feb 5, 2026· 4 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “The Environmental Rundown from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental…”
Feb 5
Environment

MCPS Student Climate Council Urges Upcycling Over New Purchases

The 18-member MCPS Student Climate Action Council is promoting upcycling and secondhand clothing to reduce winter waste.

DEP· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “The Environmental Rundown from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental…”
Feb 5
Environment

Post-Storm Salt Runoff Threatens County Waterways

DEP warns excess road salt from recent winter storm is polluting drinking water and harming aquatic life as temperatures rise.

DEP· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “The Environmental Rundown from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental…”
Feb 5
Education

CENAES Offers Free English, Spanish Literacy Classes

Nonprofit CENAES is offering free literacy classes in English and Spanish for adults in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.

MCCouncil· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Spotlight on Safety: En Sintonía Highlights How to Recognize Montgomery County P…”
Feb 5
Public Safety

MCPD Updates Officer Patches for Easier ID

New Montgomery County Police uniform patches now clearly display department name to help residents identify officers.

MCCouncil· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Spotlight on Safety: En Sintonía Highlights How to Recognize Montgomery County P…”
Feb 5
Transportation

Medical Center Metro Bus Loop Closure Disrupts Ride On Routes 34, 46

Metrorail construction closes Medical Center Metro bus loop on select Sundays in Feb. and Apr. 2026, rerouting Ride On routes 34 and 46.

MCDOT· Feb 5, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Closure of Medical Center Bus Loop in Bethesda to Impact Ride On Bus Routes 34 a…”
Feb 5
Public Safety

County Launches 'Look Before You Book' Anti-Trafficking Campaign

County Executive Elrich and the Human Trafficking Prevention Committee unveil a public education campaign targeting illegal massage operations.

PIO· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “ Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and the Human Trafficking Prevention Co…”
Feb 5
Education

EquiCare Grant for Infant, Toddler Care Launches Feb. 9

Montgomery County's EquiCare Grant, now in its third year, opens Feb. 9 to fund infant and toddler child care seats for lower-income families.

MCCCSS· Feb 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Child Care Support Services — “Exciting News: Montgomery County’s EquiCare Grant is Coming Soon!”
Feb 5
Health & Human Services

FIC Sites Open at 9:30 AM Thursday, Feb. 5

All Montgomery County Family Involvement Center sites will open at 9:30 AM on Thursday, February 5, with a 10:00 AM arrival deadline.

MCFIC· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Family Involvement Center — “FIC: Open on Time/ Abren a Tiempo”
Feb 4
Environment

Free Shade Tree Applications Open Through Feb. 8 for Fall Planting

Montgomery Planning is accepting shade tree applications Feb. 1–8, prioritizing Equity Focus Areas for Fall 2026 planting.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Other

Zoom Forum on Immigrant Rights in Montgomery County Feb. 12

Montgomery History and League of Women Voters host a Feb. 12 Zoom program on due process and immigrant rights in Montgomery County.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Health & Human Services

Free Virtual Women's Heart Health Symposium on Feb. 18

The 24th Annual Women's Health Symposium on Feb. 18 features Johns Hopkins and American Heart Association speakers on cardiovascular health.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Parks & Recreation

Prathertown History Event Set for Feb. 28 at Gaithersburg Library

The History Makers of Prathertown event on Feb. 28 features community stories and discussion at the Gaithersburg Public Library.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Transportation

Ride On Flex On-Demand Transit Launches in Sandy Spring and Ashton

Montgomery County's new Ride On Flex service is now operating in Sandy Spring and Ashton, offering app- or phone-booked trips within the service zone.

MCDOT· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Public Safety

Council Bill Aims to Protect Volunteer Firefighter, EMS Funding

New legislation introduced by the Public Safety Committee would clarify how EMS reimbursement revenues can support volunteer fire and rescue departments.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Meetings & Hearings

CIP Budget Public Hearings Set for Feb. 9–10

The Montgomery County Council will hold public hearings on the Capital Improvements Program budget Feb. 9 and 10, with in-person and virtual options.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Public Safety

Council Briefing Finds Storm Coordination Failures After January Snowstorm

A County Council briefing identified coordination breakdowns between MCPS, County DOT, and emergency management following the Jan. 25 winter storm.

Luedtke· Feb 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Better Winter Storm Response”
Feb 4
Parks & Recreation

Montgomery County Recreation Summer Camp Registration Now Open

Registration for Montgomery County Department of Recreation summer camps is currently open.

Mink· Feb 4, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “February Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Feb 4
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