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Tune in tomorrow at 2 p.m. for a special Hispanic Heritage Month edition of Montgomery al Día.County Executive Marc Elri...
09/28/2026

Tune in tomorrow at 2 p.m. for a special Hispanic Heritage Month edition of Montgomery al Día.

County Executive Marc Elrich joins host Lorna Virgili to talk about Montgomery County’s Hispanic and Latino community, his recent visits with Latino-owned businesses, community priorities and more.

Listen live on Radio América 900 AM or watch on Montgomery County en Español's page.

Ways to listen: https://ow.ly/KwSB50ZSoTh

Fall fun is underway at Butler’s Orchard in Germantown! The farm’s annual Pumpkin Festival features hayrides, corn mazes...
09/28/2026

Fall fun is underway at Butler’s Orchard in Germantown! The farm’s annual Pumpkin Festival features hayrides, corn mazes, giant slides, live music and pumpkin picking while supplies last. Weekend activities also include pony rides and face painting.

The festival runs Wednesday through Sunday until Nov. 1. Tickets are available online or at the orchard, and children under 2 get in free.

Plan your visit: https://ow.ly/oKJi50ZRBqA

Calling Montgomery County’s young filmmakers! The 2026 “Speak Up, Save a Life” Video Contest opens today for students in...
09/28/2026

Calling Montgomery County’s young filmmakers! The 2026 “Speak Up, Save a Life” Video Contest opens today for students in grades 6-12.

Create an original video raising awareness about fentanyl, illicit opioids and overdose. Prizes include $5,000 for first place, and MCPS students can earn 10 SSL hours for participating.
Entries are due Nov. 30.

Learn more and enter: https://ow.ly/fjGe50ZSm36

09/28/2026

Registration for our winter youth basketball league is now underway. 🏀

For everything you need to know, including how to register, visit ➡️ https://ow.ly/jfPc50ZOkf3.

09/28/2026

Join us for a Halloween & Cosplay Costume Swap on Sunday, Oct. 4 & Saturday, Oct. 17!

Bring your gently used costumes, accessories, wigs, and props, and pick out something for your next cosplay or Halloween costume. Our Halloween & Cosplay Costume Swap events are open to all ages.

Halloween & Cosplay Costume Swap events:

1️⃣ Sunday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
BlackRock Center for the Arts (12901 Town Commons Dr., Germantown)

2️⃣ Saturday, Oct. 17, 12-3 p.m.
Bethesda Green (4825 Cordell Ave., Suite 200, Bethesda)

Don't want to wait to donate your items? Feel free to stop by one of the three locations during business hours and drop your items off in the donation box.

Donation locations:

📍 DEP Offices Building Lobby (2425 Reedie Dr., Wheaton)
📍 Bethesda Green (4825 Cordell Ave., Suite 200, Bethesda)
📍 BlackRock Center for the Arts (12901 Town Commons Dr., Germantown)

We hope to see you there!

🧙‍♀️🎹 Witches, live music and an evening by the lake!Join Montgomery Parks for Acoustics & Ales: Witchy Waters Edition o...
09/28/2026

🧙‍♀️🎹 Witches, live music and an evening by the lake!

Join Montgomery Parks for Acoustics & Ales: Witchy Waters Edition on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds.

Enjoy live dueling pianos by Bialek’s Music, grab something to eat, gather around the firepit and watch costumed witches paddle across the lake. Costumes are encouraged, so feel free to wear your witch hat!

Want to join the Witchy Paddle at 4:30 p.m.? You’ll need to register in advance and bring your own kayak, canoe or paddleboard.

Admission is free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Learn more and register for the paddle: https://mocoparks.org/4hbRZGf

What’s working well in Montgomery County? Where can we do better?The 2026 Community Survey is now open, and residents 18...
09/28/2026

What’s working well in Montgomery County? Where can we do better?

The 2026 Community Survey is now open, and residents 18 and older are encouraged to share their experiences with County services, programs, communications, amenities and overall quality of life.

Your feedback helps the County better understand community needs and inform future decisions.

Take the survey by Oct. 19 at 11:59 p.m.: https://ow.ly/OSAm50ZSkgx

🇵🇪 Meet Carlos Justos Rojas! Originally from Peru, he’s spent nine years with our Department of General Services as a pr...
09/28/2026

🇵🇪 Meet Carlos Justos Rojas! Originally from Peru, he’s spent nine years with our Department of General Services as a property manager in Moving Services. Whether he’s cooking ceviche or listening to Latin music, Carlos keeps his heritage close and brings that pride to work every day!

This week’s Montgomery Update covers data centers, Maryland’s new paid family and medical leave program, affordable hous...
09/28/2026

This week’s Montgomery Update covers data centers, Maryland’s new paid family and medical leave program, affordable housing in North Bethesda, federal grant funding, investments in child care and more. Read the latest from County Executive Marc Elrich: https://ow.ly/LZkl50ZScIC

09/27/2026

Help Improve Montgomery County Environmental Programs!

Have you participated in a Montgomery County environmental stewardship program (Tree Montgomery, RainScapes, or Clean Water Montgomery)? Did you start an application for one of these programs, but didn't finish? Decided not to apply? Or never heard of these programs before?

We want to hear from you. Take the short survey and provide your feedback! https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/department-environmental-protection/about-us/help-improve-montgomery-county-environmental-programs

Your feedback will help us identify barriers, improve accessibility, and create more equitable environmental programs for all residents.

Every perspective matters. Help us build programs that work for everyone.

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