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Performances, an Open House and Savings for Theatergoers in May and June at the Civic Center
Coming in May and June to the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Drive. Rockville Chorus presents “United in Music”7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 21.Directed by Linda Garrettson and featuring “Blues in the Night” by Mercer and Arlen; “Les Miserables” by Schonberg; “Let’s Swing It” by Schmutte; “Prayer for the Children” by Bestor; “The Rose” by…
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Farmers Market Returns in May with Food Benefit Matching Programs
The City of Rockville and Rockville Farmers Market opens for the season on Saturday, May 13 and will provide a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $20 for customers using their federal nutrition benefits. Entering its 12th year, the Eat Fresh Rockville and Maryland Market Money program removes economic barriers for food-insecure shoppers by increasing access…
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Equipment Show to Highlight How Public Works is ‘Connecting the World’
Display of the City’s Big Trucks Returns to Stepanek Park Climb into the operator’s seat of some of the big trucks used by the city’s Department of Public Works as the City of Rockville joins the American Public Works Association to celebrate National Public Works Week, Monday, May 22-Friday, May 26. The highlight of the…
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Parks Foundation to Celebrate 15 Year Anniversary with Twilight Hike
The Rockville Recreation and Parks Foundation is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. RRPFI is a nonprofit comprised of volunteers whose mission is to raise funds to help send kids to camp, provide scholarship assistance, purchase sports and accessibility equipment, and make other improvements to Rockville’s parks and recreation programs. Join the celebration by registering…
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Protect Pollinators: Plant Natives, Provide Water, and Preserve Habitat and Insect Life
June is National Pollinator Month Bees, butterflies, moths, beetles and other garden helpers play an important role in the food chain by fertilizing plants that produce seeds, berries, fruits and other plant foods. But pollinators worldwide are in decline due to habitat loss, climate change, invasive species and pesticides. Check out the tips below to…
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Make the Solar Switch
Earn Energy From the Sun! Join Solar Switch, formerly the Capital Area Solar Co-op, to learn about options for installing a solar energy system on the rooftop or your home or small business. Financing for all incomes is available. Electric vehicle chargers are also offered in this group-driven, cooperative purchase discount program.
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Mayor and Council to Vote on FY 2024 Budget in May
The Mayor and Council are scheduled to vote in May on the adoption of a city budget that demonstrates a commitment to capital investments, adopted city plans and fiscal sustainability. The budget covers Fiscal Year 2024, which begins July 1. In February, City Manager Rob DiSpirito proposed an operating budget of $156.4 million, a 5.1%…
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Working for Equity and Opportunity for All
Managers and leaders from the City of Rockville attended a first series of meetings as part of a one-year commitment to the Government Alliance on Race and Equity. Tyree Davis IV, advisor to the city manager for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, is leading city staff’s year-long journey and commitment to learning. Staff is joining…