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Watch Out for Harmful Vines
Watch out for and take action when you see climbing vines that can damage or kill trees. Common vines such as English ivy, grape vine and euonymus pose serious risks to tree health, despite their attractive appearance. These climbing plants can harm trees by attaching tightly to bark, overtaking limbs and leaves and blocking photosynthesis.…
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Farmers Market Returns with Food Benefit Matching Programs
The Rockville Farmers Market opens for the season on Saturday, May 17 with a dollar-for-dollar match of up to $15 for customers using their federal nutrition benefits. The market will be open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through Nov. 22, in the jury parking lot at East Jefferson (MD 28) and Monroe streets in Rockville Town…
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Peerless Presents the History of Historic Preservation and a Historic Black Community
The Glenview Mansion and Peerless Rockville Speaker Series will host a presentation in May on historic preservation and Rockville’s latest designated historic site, and Peerless presents a look in June at Rockville’s freedmen community of Middle Lane. Join Peerless Rockville at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 8 at Glenview Mansion at Rockville Civic Center Park, 603…
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Visit Rockville’s Environmental Management Division at the Healthy Homes Fair
Join the City of Rockville at the Healthy Homes Fair from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, May 10 at the Pryzbyla Center at Catholic University, 620 Michigan Ave. NE in Washington, D.C. Look for the city’s booth at the free expo, which features over 100 exhibitors and opportunities to learn how homes can fight climate change, test…
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Nature Center Fire Pit Becomes S’more Accessible to All
Eagle Scout candidate Jack Zincke and his team recently completed renovations of the fire pit at Croydon Creek Nature Center at 852 Avery Road. The project expanded the fire pit to improve accessibility and safety, while adding new benches to increase seating capacity around the fire. Their efforts have significantly enhanced the space, creating a…
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Rockville Public Safety Awards to Honor the City’s First Responders
Members of the Rockville City Police Department, Rockville Volunteer Fire Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation will be honored for their service to the community at the 36th Annual Rockville Public Safety Awards on Tuesday, June 3 at Lakewood Country Club, 13901 Glen Mill Road. Networking begins at…
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Switch to Solar, Together, This Spring
Lower your energy costs, become energy independent and participate in the renewable revolution: Join Capital Area Switch Together to learn about options for installing a solar energy system on the rooftop of your home or small business. Switch Together will be the topic of a Climate Solutions Speaker Series session from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, May…
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Keep Fit and Healthy This Summer at the Senior Center
Stay healthy, 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. The senior center is located at 1150 Carnation Drive. See the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at rockvillemd.gov/life for more information.
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Protect Pollinators and Earn RainScapes Rebates
June 16-22 is National Pollinator Week. Bees, butterflies, moths, beetles and other garden helpers play an important role in the food chain by fertilizing plants that produce seeds, berries, fruits and other plant foods. But pollinators worldwide are in decline due to habitat loss, climate change, invasive species and pesticides. Check out the tips below…