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MLK Jr. Day Celebration to Feature Performances, Community Service
Rockville’s 48th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20 at Richard Montgomery High School, 250 Richard Montgomery Drive, will include diverse performances, awards and a keynote speech focused on the theme of “Light in the Midst of Darkness.” The celebration is free and open to all ages. There…
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Dec. 20 Deadline for Community Grant Applications
An application for community organization grants for Fiscal Year 2021, which begins July 1, is available at www.rockvillemd.gov/communityorggrant. Grants are awarded annually to local organizations that partner with the city to enhance the quality of life of Rockville residents through education, community engagement or other activities that benefit the Rockville community. Applications are due Friday,…
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Gallery to Exhibit Rockville Art League Members’ Work
Meet the artists of the Rockville Art League at an opening reception for their exhibit, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at the Glenview Mansion Art Gallery. The varied-media artwork of the Rockville Art League Juried Members’ Exhibit will be on display from Dec. 8-Jan. 24. Gallery hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and…
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Senior Center Readies for Unearthing of Time Capsule
The year was 1995. Bill Clinton was in the White House. The trial of O.J. Simpson was captivating the nation. Martina McBride was set to headline Rockville’s Hometown Holidays and James Coyle was the city’s mayor. And in May, a time capsule bearing hopes and wishes from residents of the time was buried at the…
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Rockville’s Summer Programs Keep Kids’ Minds and Bodies Thriving
Camps and Playgrounds Start in June It’s never too early to start thinking about what to do with your kids over a summer break — and Rockville’s summer programs are open to everyone, not just city residents! Summer BlastSummer Blast, Rockville’s affordable, flexible all-day camp, returns to four locations with swimming, field trips, arts, crafts,…
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Get Fit at the Swim and Fitness Center Without Getting Wet
The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center is a great place to swim and stay in shape year-round, but you don’t have to dive in a pool for your workout! The center has several land-based classes, including Zumba, Teen Fit and yoga. For adults, the center offers Pilates, circuit training, Zumba, Bootcamp and yoga. Whatever your…
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45 Years of ‘The Nutcracker,’ Victorian Opera in the 21st Century and a Chance to Meet Santa
A Rockville tradition returns for its 45th year, an opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, and celebrate the Holiday with festive music. Here’s what’s happening in December at the Rockville Civic Center: The Rockville Civic Ballet presents “The Nutcracker.”2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Dec. 7 and 14; 2 p.m. Sundays Dec. 8 and 15.Join…
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Show Your Love of Rockville’s Rec and Parks in Student Art Contest
Students in grades K-12 are invited to submit a photo of their artwork showing why they love Rockville Recreation and Parks. If selected, that artwork could end up being featured in future City of Rockville promotional materials! Two winners will be selected in each of the following categories: Cultural arts: ballet, theater, visual arts, music,…
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Looking for Employment this Summer?
Become a Certified Lifeguard or Swim Instructor The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center will once again hold American Red Cross lifeguard training and recertification courses this winter. Earning a lifeguard training certification is a great way to prepare for a summer job and learn important lifesaving and leadership skills. Lifeguard training students must be 15…
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Throwing It Away? Be Cart Smart
Throwing out plastic bags, clothes, garden hoses, needles or medical sharps? Please don’t use the brown recycling cart – put them in the gray trash cart. To find a nearby grocery store that accepts plastic bags for recycling, visit bit.ly/howtorecyclebags. Help the city keep its recycling and trash collection crews safe. Workers can get stuck…