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Glenview Gallery to Exhibit Rockville Student Juried Art Show
Meet the artists of works on display at the Rockville Student Juried Art Show from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 at the Glenview Mansion Art Gallery. The exhibition, which will be held Feb. 2-21, will display artwork of varied media by students from grades 6-12. Gallery hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and…
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Get Free Ecofriendly Lightbulbs Throughout FeBREWary
FeBREWary, a monthlong celebration of Maryland craft beer, also offers an opportunity to lower your utility bills – saving you money for more beer! Visit one of these Brews and Bulbs events and swap old incandescent and compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs for up to four new LEDs: Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 5-7 p.m. at…
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Rockville Demonstrates a Record of Environmental Stewardship
Rockville leadership and the community have worked hard to become leaders in environmental stewardship. Here are some of our accomplishments: Rockville was named the 2018 Sustainability Champion for amassing the highest points of all cities in the Maryland Sustainable Communities Certification program. Learn more at RockvilleReports.com/sustainable-rockville. The city now has 10 times as many green…
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Rockville Seeks Environmentalists to Be Recognized During Earth Month
Feb. 21 is Deadline for Nominations for Environmental Awards The City of Rockville’s Environmental Excellence Awards recognize individuals and organizations that contribute to Rockville’s environmental health and sustainability. Nominations are being accepted in the following categories through 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 for awards to be presented during Earth Month in April: Outstanding Individual Environmental…
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Save Dollars, and Energy, with Tax-free Presidents Day Weekend
Buy Energy-saving Products Feb. 15-17 or Apply for Energy Rebates Homeowners thinking about upgrading an appliance, replacing a water heater, or even changing a light bulb, can do so tax free on Presidents Day weekend. On Feb. 15-17, purchases of the following energy-efficient Energy Star products are free from Maryland’s 6% sales tax: Air conditioners.…
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A Green Game Plan to Fight the White Stuff
Environmentally Friendly Snow- and Ice-Removal Tips Follow these tips to keep your driveway and sidewalks ice-free this winter, while minimizing the environmental impact: Shovel Early, Shovel OftenRemoving fresh snow before it has a chance to harden into ice is the best way to keep your pavement clear. Deicers work best on thin layers of snow…
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50th Anniversary Offers Opportunities to Make Every Day Earth Day
We’re approaching the golden anniversary of Earth Day. On April 22, the world will celebrate 50 years since the first Earth Day in 1970 ushered in the modern environmental movement. But the planet and our environment need our help more than just one day a year. Join the City of Rockville as we celebrate throughout…
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Peerless Presents Stories of Slavery and Flights to Freedom
Peerless Rockville hosts two presentations in the coming weeks examining slavery and the fight for freedom. Author Jenny Masur presents stories from her new book of unsung heroes of the Underground Railroad who lived and worked around Washington, D.C., at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the historic Red Brick Courthouse, 29 Courthouse Square,…
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Meet a Rockville Employee: Carl Young
Carl Young, Rockville’s new fire marshal, has been on the job since August. We asked him to answer a few questions to introduce him to the community. What does the fire marshal do?I direct the work of the fire plans examiner, fire protection engineer and fire inspectors to maintain a safe environment for residents, workers…
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Community Police Academies Offer Hands-on Experience
Community members can learn what it takes to be a police officer through the Rockville Community Police Academy or a special course aimed at 60-plus residents. Registration is now open for the Rockville City Police Department’s free, eight-week Rockville Community Police Academy. Classes will meet 7-9 p.m. Thursdays, March 26-May 14 in the conservatory of…