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Summer Camp Slots Still Available
Missed the opening registration day for Rockville’s summer camps? No problem — we still have lots of activities available to keep your camper busy! Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/camps for more information. Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Here are a few to consider: School of Music This week-long day camp teaches kids how to play ukulele,…
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Fun is in the Air at Glenview
The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and Social Hall is closed for improvements until Sept. 1. The box office at Rockville Civic Center Cottage, 603 Edmonston Drive, sells tickets to offsite shows. Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/theatre for box office hours and ticket purchasing. Murder at the Mansion presents “Bingo B4 Murder” 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 4…
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Rockets to Robots, Snakes to Stream Science — Rockville Science Day Offers Something for All
Explore rockets, robots, chemistry, reptiles and more at Rockville Science Day on Sunday, April 27. This Rockville tradition, now in its 34th year, will be held from noon- 5 p.m. at Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, 51 Mannakee St. The free event offers individuals and families a chance to experience hands-on science and technology-related exhibits, activities,…
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Building a Greener Future: Year Three of Climate Action
Rockville will mark three years of progress on its Climate Action Plan with an update to the Mayor and Council highlighting grants to support flood resiliency, an expanded city fleet of electric vehicles, new composting stations, and rebates for residents installing environmentally friendly landscaping. The Mayor and Council initiated the plan in January 2022 with…
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Need Help with Home Repairs? Reach Out to Rockville
April is Healthy Housing Month. Is your housing healthy? Rockville’s Department of Housing and Community Development is seeking applicants for its single-family rehabilitation program. Eligible homeowners can receive up to $25,000 for home improvements. Typical repairs include roof replacement, plumbing and electrical upgrades, furnace replacement, and kitchen and bathroom rehabilitation. The City of Rockville gives…
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Advisory Group Continues Rockville Senior Center Entrance Planning
Planning for a new entrance at the Rockville Senior Center moved forward in March with the project’s advisory group voting in favor of promoting the new West Gude Drive entrance as the center’s primary entrance, including changing the address of the facility to West Gude Drive. City staff presented a summary of public comments about…
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Community’s Ideas Sought for Future of King Farm Farmstead
Rockville’s efforts to engage the community in shaping the future of King Farm Farmstead Park, a 7-acre historic site at 1101 Grand Champion Drive, continue with upcoming opportunities for public input, both in person and virtual. The farmstead comprises eight buildings at the northern edge of the King Farm neighborhood, including the main residence, horse…
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Rockville Advances Annexation of Land Near Shady Grove Metro Station
The City of Rockville is advancing a proposal to annex 107.9 acres of land near the Shady Grove Metro Station. If adopted, the proposal would expand city boundaries and support transit-oriented development. The annexation, which includes property owned by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and CSX Transportation, was introduced by the Mayor and Council…
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Performers and Sponsors Wanted for Rockville Pride
Rockville is seeking performers and sponsors to help celebrate its LGBTQ+ community during the ninth annual Rockville Pride festival. Hosted by the city’s Human Rights Commission, Rockville Pride will be held Sunday, June 1 in Rockville Town Square Park in Rockville Town Center Park at The Square, 131 Gibbs St. The event is free, open…