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All the Colors of the Rainbow and More
Rockville proudly celebrated its LGBTQ+ community at its 10th annual Rockville Pride festival in June at The Square in Rockville Town Center, hosted by the city’s Human Rights Commission. “The City of Rockville is very committed to making sure that everybody that lives here, that works here and visits here knows that they are welcome…
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Know the Rules for Safe Bicycling and E-Biking
Bicycling and e-biking are convenient ways to get around Rockville, whether riding to work, running errands or enjoying one of the city’s shared-use paths. The main rule is simple: People riding e-bikes should follow the same rules of the road as those riding regular bikes. Obey traffic signals and signs, ride with traffic, use bike…
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Rockville to Study City Bus Stop Seating
Rockville is launching a citywide study to determine the costs and work required to install seating at every bus stop in the city. The study will evaluate different types of seating and accessibility requirements, and whether additional space would be needed around individual bus stops. The findings will help the city consider the design, construction…
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Sketching a Century
Artists are invited to step inside the historic Glenview Mansion from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, July 19, and create work inspired by the building’s architecture, interiors and surroundings in celebration of the mansion’s centennial. This special program offers a rare opportunity to spend time observing, sketching and painting in a space that has been a…
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Rockville Recreation and Parks Named 2026 National Gold Medal Finalist
Rockville’s Department of Recreation and Parks has been named a finalist for the 2026 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management, placing Rockville among park and recreation agencies recognized nationally for excellence in service, leadership and community impact. The recognition reflects the department’s mission to nurture community connections through quality parks,…
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Learn About the Maryland 400 at Glenview Mansion
The Peerless Rockville and Glenview Mansion Speaker Series will explore the story of Maryland soldiers whose stand at the Battle of Brooklyn helped the Continental Army survive one of its earliest defeats during the Revolutionary War. “The Maryland 400: Revolutionary War Soldiers at the Battle of Brooklyn” will be held 7-8 p.m. Thursday, July 9,…
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Engage in Conversation, Find Resources for Aging and Avoid Scams with the Senior Center
Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August. Register with the course number at rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and services at rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800. For more information, see the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at rockvillemd.gov/life.
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Rockville’s Car Show Roars Back Into Civic Center Park in October
The Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show, a city tradition for more than six decades, rolls into Rockville Civic Center Park on Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration for the 2026 show opens Monday, July 13. The show will be held 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the picturesque park at 603 Edmonston Drive. Home to historic Glenview Mansion,…
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Back on the Lawn: Rockville’s Movies in the Parks Returns in July
Mark your summer entertainment calendar for Rockville’s free outdoor Movies in the Parks, on the big screen at neighborhood parks on Thursday evenings from July 30 to Aug. 20. Bring chairs, blankets, food and nonalcoholic beverages and enjoy four family-friendly movies at four different neighborhood parks throughout the city. Movies begin at dusk, about 8…
