-
Rebates Available for Sustainable Landscaping
Rockville residents and nonprofits can receive up to $5,000 through the city’s RainScapes Rebates program for projects that beautify yards and help the environment. Eligible projects include: Learn more and apply at rockvillemd.gov/rainscapes. Pollinator Gardening in Small Spaces June is National Pollinator Month and outdoor spaces, including small yards, patios and balconies, can provide valuable…
-
Speaker Series to Feature ‘100 Years of Glenview Mansion’
One hundred years ago, James and Elizabeth Smith Lyons, the wealthy owners of Glenview Mansion, embarked on an ambitious renovation project to transform their weekend home into an enviable contemporary country estate. D.C. architects James A. Lockie and Irwin Stevens Porter designed a new stone house that would envelop and expand the existing 1838 structure,…
-
Make Your Mark with Pride at Pride
Baltimore artist Andy Dahl will bring his latest work, “Step Up and Be Proud” to Rockville’s Pride celebration, held 2-5 p.m. Sunday, June 7 at the Square in Rockville Town Center. The 6-foot tall, 8-foot wide stairs will be painted with the Pride flag on three sides and a chalkboard on the back for attendees…
-
Local Arts Leaders to Gather
Arts and culture leaders from Rockville will gather from 1-3 p.m. Friday, June 26. The second Rockville Arts and Culture Leaders Exchange, held virtually, will hear from working groups formed at the first gathering. Additional topics will include space and accessibility, creating a data room for effective communication and advocacy, presenting to Rockville’s Cultural Arts…
-
Share Thoughts About ‘Shared Passage’
Community engagement will begin in fall for “Shared Passage,” an 18-by-25 foot sculpture planned for the 4.1-acre David Scull Park at 1133 First St. The feedback will guide the artists in creating the final details for the sculpture, such as arrangement of the colorful acrylic panels and arches, and a solar lighting option. The sculpture…
-
Keep Happy and Healthy This Summer at the Senior Center
Stay healthy, happy, informed and entertained with the Rockville Senior Center in May and June. 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. The senior center is located at 1150 Carnation…
