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Explore Hands-On Science Exhibits at Rockville Science Day
Explore chemistry, rockets, robots, reptiles and more on Sunday, April 23 at the 32nd annual Rockville Science Day. This Rockville tradition returns to Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, 51 Mannakee St., from noon-5 p.m. The free event offers an opportunity to experience hands-on science- and technology-related exhibits, activities, games, and demonstrations from over 70 local organizations…
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Climate Solutions Speaker Series Presents ‘Native Plants and Trees for Your Yard’
The city’s Climate Solutions Speaker Series is back with a special Earth Month presentation. Learn about native plants and trees to beautify your yard and help the environment with “Native Plants and Trees for Your Yard,” an online presentation from 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 18. Beth Ginter, executive director of the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council,…
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Lights Out for Climate Change Action
Rockville will turn out the lights in observance of Earth Hour, an international effort in support of climate change action. Earth Hour encourages people to turn off all non-essential lights in their homes and businesses for one hour, from 8:30-9:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, and do something positive for the planet. The city will…
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Construction to Begin for Town Center Road Diets Project
The city’s contractor, Ardent Company, will construct the Town Center Road Diets Project on East Middle Lane, between North Washington Street and MD 355, and on North Washington Street, between MD 355 and MD 28. The work includes a sidewalk widening on the south side of East Middle Lane between North Washington Street and Maryland…
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Mayor and Council Add Two Seats to City Council
Unanimously Adopt Resolution to Amend Charter Voters in Rockville’s November 2023 election will have the opportunity to vote for seven members of the city’s elected body, following a unanimous vote Monday by the Mayor and Council on a resolution to add two seats to the council. The Mayor and Council adopted a resolution that will…
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Winter Travel Tips to Drive Safely
February can bring some of the snowiest, iciest conditions to Rockville. Drive safely with these tips: Keep your vehicle well-maintained for the winter driving season: Check to see that the brakes, heating/cooling system, electrical system, engine, exhaust, tires, oil, lights, defrosters and wipers are working properly. Consider installing winter or snow tires with deep treads…
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‘Everyone Can Be Great Because Everyone Can Serve’
Volunteers, pictured above, met Jan. 21 to help pack 10,000 meals with Rise Against Hunger, a global effort to end hunger. The meal packing was one of several city-sponsored service activities on and around the holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr., who famously summed up the importance of service with the quote above. The city’s…