Your Mid-County News For
Aspen Hill, Bel Pre, Brookeville, Glenmont,
Forest Glen, Kemp Mill, Kensington, Layhill, Olney,
Sandy Spring, Upper Rock Creek, Wheaton
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The Montgomery County Government established the Neighborhood Events Matching Funds Grant Program (NEMF) to promote community engagement, encourage capacity building, networking, and stimulate the local economy.
Neighborhood organizations, block groups, tenant associations, civic clubs, and other community groups that are active and in good standing may apply for funds to hold events and activities by completing an application. Eligible activities include those that are open to residents and create sustainable and lasting impacts for the neighborhood.
Due to increased demand and the limited budget for this program, funding priority will be given to first-time applicants. The maximum fund amount is $1000 per applicant, per funding cycle. Funds will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Attend the Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee (WUDAC) meetings on the second Tuesday of every month via:
Zoom
Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84643440505
Dial In:+1 301 715 8592
Meeting ID: 846 4344 0505
In Person
2nd Floor Mid-County Board Room; 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton MD 20902
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Attend the Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board (MCCAB) meetings on the third Thursday of every month via:
Zoom
Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89827743604
Dial In: + 1 301 715 8592
Meeting ID: 898 2774 3604)
In Person
No in person option available at the moment.
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Taste of Wheaton is Back! | |
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Wheaton's favorite festival is BACK! Save the date (Sunday, June 2), for the Taste of Wheaton, a signature event in @montgomeryCoMD!
Applications now being accepted for local Wheaton restaurants and businesses, County agencies and nonprofits. More information at www.wheatonmd.org/tow.
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Last Chance: Wheaton Urban District (WUD)
Events Survey
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The Wheaton Urban District wants your opinion and encourages you to fill out this brief survey to share your thoughts on how WUD can serve you better. Scan the QR code above or click on the flyer to access the Wheaton Urban District Events Survey.
Complete the survey by Friday, April 19th!
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(Spanish/Español) Encuesta de eventos en el Distrito Urbano de Wheaton
El distrito urbano de Wheaton quiere su opinión y lo invita a llenar esta breve encuesta para compartir sus pensamientos en como WUD puede servirle mejor. Escanee el código QR alado o hazle clic a la imagen para acceder a la encuesta.
¡Complete la encuesta antes del viernes 19 de abril!
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Notice of Public Comment Period: Planned Purchase of a Façade Easement at 11305, 11305B, 11305C and 11307 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 | |
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Montgomery County’s Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) is accepting public comment regarding the purchase of a façade easement under the Countywide Façade Improvement Program (CFIP) for the above noted property, of which 11305, 11305B, 11305C Georgia Avenue is owned by Washington Music Sales Center, Inc., and 11307 Georgia Avenue is owned by the Charles & Margaret Levin Family LP. The address for both owners is 11151 Veirs Mill Road, Wheaton, MD 20902. The CFIP Guidelines may be found at:
www.montgomerycountymd.gov/DHCA/community/neighborhood/facade.html
By purchasing this façade easement, the County/DHCA acquires the right to ensure proper maintenance of the improved building exterior and surroundings for at least a five‐year (5) period. The purchase of such façade easements encourages the renewal of older commercial areas within the County, spurring neighborhood revitalization to benefit both business tenants and the surrounding community.
County residents are invited to submit comments about this easement purchase via email to kristina.ellis@montgomerycountymd.gov. Please put "Easement Purchase Public Comment" in the subject line. The public comment period ends at 5:00 pm on April 30, 2024. Any public comments received will be forwarded to the DHCA Director for his consideration.
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Community Visioning Workshop:
Jeremiah Park Redevelopment Project
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The County is kicking off a community engagement and land planning initiative to explore opportunities for the redevelopment of Jeremiah Park, a County-owned site located at 16651 Crabbs Branch Way, Derwood, 20855.
The Shady Grove Sector Plan envisions the property as an inclusive, walkable community with a mix of uses. The County is exploring replacing the bus depot currently on-site with a new, modern co-located bus depot that will support both Montgomery County Public Schools and the Montgomery County Department of Transportation as they transition to zero emissions vehicles, along with mixed-use development highlighted by amenities and open space.
Join the first Community Workshop Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Montgomery County Division of Highway Services, 17000 Crabbs Branch Way, Derwood, MD 20855
Connect with the project team at jeremiahparkproject@prrbiz.com. More information at https://jeremiahparkproject.com.
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Survey: Wheaton Regional Park Project: Action Sports Park | |
Montgomery County News & Community Events | |
Notice of Pre-Election Mail-In Ballot Canvass | |
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The pre-election Mail-in canvass for the 2024 Presidential Primary Election will begin on Monday, April 22, 2024 (10AM), at Montgomery College – Germantown Bioscience Education Center, 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD 20876.
The canvass schedule is available on the Montgomery County Board of Elections website at www.777vote.org. All dates are subject to change as the canvass schedule is highly dependent on the number of returned mail-in ballots.
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The County’s Department of Transportation Wants Your Input On Expanding Microtransit Services | |
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Ride On Flex service, currently operating in Wheaton/Glenmont and Downtown Rockville, allows users to request a vehicle to pick them up and drop them off within a specified zone. Expected wait times range between 10 to 20 minutes. Riders with disabilities are picked up at their homes and others at the nearest intersection. Flex connects to regional transit hubs and provides local connectivity for short trips. Fare is $1, as are all County buses.
MCDOT is seeking to expand the Ride On Flex on-demand bus service to Germantown, Poolesville, Aspen Hill, and other areas. The County is asking residents to fill out this survey to provide feedback on the Ride On Flex service and expansion. The survey will be available until Friday, April 12.
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Ride On Bus Schedule Changes on May 5, 2024 | |
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The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will adjust seven Ride On bus route schedules starting Sunday, May 5, to improve efficiency and on-time performance. The new schedules will be available at rideonbus.com and in print.
Route changes include:
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Seven routes have timetable changes: 5, 34, 39, 76, 83, 97, 98.
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One route has a slight map change: 76.
The new schedules will be available at rideonbus.com and in print.
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Visit Montgomery invites you to participate in Go MoCo Month! The Go MoCo Month campaign celebrates the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit within Montgomery County’s tourism and hospitality industry.
Participation is easy:
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Fill out the participation form.
- Include the deal, discount, or hotel package you would like to offer.
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Professional Development & Employment Opportunities | |
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Has it been a while since you’ve worked? Are you trying to change careers? If you answered yes, then these workshops are for you!
Throughout this five-part career series, you will hear from career professionals on topics including: crafting the perfect resume, networking tips, creating your own elevator pitch, interview best practices, building your online image, and wage negotiation. Participants can choose to attend one or more seminars. All classes are FREE and virtual from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
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Montgomery County
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Get Involved In Your Community | |
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The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will hold in-person public meetings throughout April to seek resident input to prioritize the important health needs identified in the 2023 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). During these events, attendees will receive a brief presentation on the identified needs and then participate in a paper voting process to prioritize them.
Registration is required to attend the meetings and can be completed online via Sign Up Genius or by calling 240-777-4385, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Call to register if language interpretation or other assistance is needed.
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Alzheimer’s Association- call 240-844-3608 or lbbyer@alz.org
Peer-led groups for caregivers. All support groups are facilitated by trained volunteers. If you are considering attending a support group note that groups may meet over the phone, virtually or in-person. Please contact the facilitator listed to verify meeting information and receive meeting instructions.
Rockville Support Group- 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7pm. Carole Ashendorf- 281-216-0940 and/or
Csa9606@gmail.com. RSVP required, contact the facilitator.
Holy Cross Resource Center- 301-754-7152- Several groups for adult children and Caregiver spouses are available. Contact Chaplain Pam at Pamlutricia.Greenleaf@holycrosshealth.org
Leisure World on Georgia Avenue- 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 3pm. Sandy Levy 781-595-8732, smlevy54@gmail.com or Nina Helwig at ninhelwig5@gmail.com. RSVP required, contact the facilitator.
Café Latino (Spanish Language) 2nd Saturday at 10am. Diana Backlund and Sarah Rodriguez alz.cafelatinova@gmail.com. RSVP required, contact the facilitators.
Iona Senior Services For Adult Children who are Caregivers. 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 6pm. Bill Ampt- contact at bamt@iona.org.
Sandwich Generation Group- 4th Wednesday at 8pm. Andrea Friedman at ajfrie@gmail.com
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Sandwich Generation Group- 4th Thursday at 8pm. Linda Weitzman- contact: lcweitzman@gmail.com or Megan Guggari at mvguggari@gmail.com
Oasis- Montgomery Mall Site- 240-800-3745
901 Caregivers Support Group
Wednesdays from 11am to 12noon
Facilitator: Roberta Drucker, LCSW-C
Location- Online
Kesher Cafe-connect, share and support- 301-255-4204
RSVP- Colleen Kemp or Joyce Schneider (ckemp@accessjca.org or jschneider@assessjca.org)
Dates: Sundays- April 14, May 5, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 15
Times: Sundays from 1pm to 3pm
Location: 12320 Parklawn Drive (terrace), Rockville, MD 20852
The Caregiver Teleconnection Call- 1866-390-6491 or 210-871-7767
The Caregiver teleconnection is a free, bilingual, and confidential program that connects caregivers and family member to provide resources and support.
Caregiver Tele-Connection Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm
Spousal Support Group- 301-615-8353
3rd Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 1:30pm (April 17th)
bballenger@kensingtonsl.com
3620 Littledale Road
Kensington, MD 20895
Whitman/Walker- Silver Circles- Groups for LGBTQ+ folks over 60
Peer Support Services Coordinator at 202.939.7646 or email peersupport@whitman-walker.org
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Our Community: Together & Connected | |
Below is information shared by local organizations. | |
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It's Spring, so try something new, and learn to crochet with Wheaton Arts Parade Yarn Bomb. The workshop is FREE and all ages are welcome. Come to the Wheaton Library Multi-Purpose Room from 1 - 3pm. All materials will be provided.
Students age 13+ who know how to crochet, can contact us to volunteer and receive SSL hours. Send an email to: info@wheatonartsparade.org if interested.
Link to Library event details: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/10534995
Questions about the program? Call the Library at 240-777-0678.
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