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Readying for Rocktobierfest
Rocktobierfest returns to Rockville Town Center on Saturday, Sept. 27 for a Bavarian-themed bash featuring bands, beers and bratwurst. The eighth edition of the free festival, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., will include two stages of live music, food, beer sales by local breweries, an artisan shopping area and kids’ activities. This popular event attracts nearly…
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Rockville’s Colorblind Visitors Will See Clearer View of Nature with New Adapted Viewfinder at Nature Center
Colorblind visitors will be able to better see the natural landscape of Rockville’s Croydon Creek Nature Center with the recent installation of a new, specialized viewfinder that allows the viewing of a wider range of colors. “This initiative exemplifies Rockville’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion within our parks and services,” Rockville Recreation and Parks Director…
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Neighbors to Turn Out for National Night Out Against Crime
The Rockville City Police Department joins Rockville neighborhoods for community celebrations as part of National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5. Now in its 42nd year, National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. It aims to raise awareness about crime and drug prevention, generate support for anti-crime programs and strengthen…
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On the Big Screen and On the Lawn: Rockville’s Movies in the Parks
Four movies. Four weeks. Four neighborhood parks. Mark your summer entertainment calendar for Rockville’s free outdoor Movies in the Parks, on the big screen at neighborhood parks throughout the city on Thursdays from July 31 to Aug. 21. Bring chairs, blankets, food and nonalcoholic beverages and enjoy four family-friendly movies at four different neighborhood parks.…
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A Coat of New Color in College Gardens Park
A new mural was in the works this summer at College Gardens Park, thanks to artist Andy Dahl. Dahl is a painter, sculptor, filmmaker and public artist with a master’s in fine arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art. He balances his time between public art commissions, serving as a community organizer in East…
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Scout Shows Wall-to-Wall Dedication
Eagle Scout Samuel “Sam” Gregory, with support from fellow Scouts in Troop 773, recently completed a service project at King Farm Park playground to help protect and preserve the site. Sam researched the best practices for retaining walls, then designed one specifically for the park. He worked closely with Rockville’s Recreation and Parks staff to…
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Jason West Named Rockville Police Chief
Jason West will be Rockville’s next police chief, effective immediately, City Manager Jeff Mihelich announced June 4. West is a 25-year police veteran. He has been with the Rockville City Police Department for eight years, serving as acting chief since the resignation of Chief Victor V. Brito in October. West has also served Rockville as…
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Rescheduled: Equipment Show to Highlight the ‘People, Purpose, Presence’ of Public Works
The City of Rockville has rescheduled its annual Equipment Show, which was postponed by rain. The show offers the opportunity to climb into the operator’s seat of some of the big trucks used by the city’s Department of Public Works. The rescheduled show will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, June 13 at Mattie…
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Propose a Project to Improve Your Neighborhood
With the Mayor and Council’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget deliberations set to wrap up in May, Rockville is already seeking input from community members about neighborhood improvement projects to be considered during the next budget season. The city’s Capital Improvements Program lays out how Rockville plans to invest, over a five-year period, in projects such…