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Save the Date for the Return of Hometown Holidays to Rockville Town Center in May
The city’s 38th annual Hometown Holidays festival returns to Rockville Town Center on Saturday, May 23 and Sunday, May 24, with an extra splash of patriotism in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The entertainment, food and shopping, is followed by the city’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade on Monday, May 25. Hometown Holidays at…
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City Seeks Input on Updates to Landlord-Tenant Code
Rockville is inviting renters and landlords to help shape updates to the city’s landlord-tenant code. City staff will hold two virtual input meetings, one for landlords and one for tenants, each featuring a short presentation on proposed changes followed by discussion and feedback. Landlord input meeting: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 15. Tenant input meeting: 7-8:30…
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Field Work Begins for Drinking Water Service Line Inventory
Rockville is conducting a federally directed inventory of water service lines on both public and private property. The inventory helps water utilities comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, which require agencies to identify service line materials and address any potential risks from lead in drinking water. City-authorized contractors will…
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April Events Coming Up at the Senior Center
Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in April. 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. See the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at rockvillemd.gov/guide for more information.
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Drug Take-Back Day: Drive Up, Drop Off Unwanted Medication
The Rockville City Police Department will offer a safe, free and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicine and pet medication on Saturday, April 25. City police will accept leftover — including expired — prescription drugs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Rockville City Police Station parking lot at 2 W. Montgomery…
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City Seeks Community Feedback to Build Diversity Strategic Plan
Rockville will be asking community partners and residents for feedback as it works to develop a five-year strategic plan focused on justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. The plan will guide the city’s efforts to ensure equitable access to services, strengthen community partnerships and identify opportunities to better serve diverse populations. An assessment phase is underway…
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Memory Walk Park Public Art Workshop Invites Community Participation
Lincoln Park residents are invited to help shape a new public artwork planned for Memory Walk Park. The city will hold a community workshop from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 11, at the Croydon Creek Nature Center, 852 Avery Road. Attendance is in person, with a virtual option available via Webex. Visit rockvillemd.gov/event/memory-walk-park-public-art-workshop for more…
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Rockville Science Day Marks 35 Years of Discovery and Innovation
The Rockville Science Center will hold its 35th Annual Rockville Science Day on Sunday, April 26. The event is at Montgomery College’s Rockville Campus, 51 Mannake St., from noon-5 p.m. Opening ceremonies will begin at 1 p.m. outside of the Physical Education Center building. What began as a community tradition more than three decades ago…
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Save the Date for the 2nd Annual City of Rockville Nonprofit Symposium
Join fellow nonprofit leaders, partners and community members as the City of Rockville and Nonprofit Montgomery meet to share resources, build connections and strengthen the community’s local nonprofit sector. When: 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday, May 14 (doors open at 8 a.m.). Where: VisArts, 155 Gibbs St. Co-hosted by the City of Rockville and Nonprofit Montgomery.
