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Rockville to Celebrate Juneteenth with Montgomery County and Local Author
The City of Rockville will once again join Montgomery County in celebrating Juneteenth with live music, food, art, films and awards on Saturday, June 15. Look for a City of Rockville table and city representatives at the celebration. The Montgomery County Office of Human Rights and the County Executive’s African American Advisory Group coordinate the…
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Sponsors Wanted for Rockville Pride
Rockville is seeking sponsors to help celebrate its LGBTQ community during the eighth annual Rockville Pride festival. Hosted by the city’s Human Rights Commission, Rockville Pride will be held 2-5 p.m. Sunday, June 2 in Rockville Town Square Park. The deadline to apply to become a sponsor is 5 p.m. Friday, May 10. Find more…
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SBA Offers Loans for Businesses and Nonprofits Impacted by Key Bridge Collapse
Businesses and non-profits impacted by the March 26 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore may be eligible for low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the Small Business Administration.The working capital loans offer up to $2 million to meet ordinary and necessary financial obligations, such as fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable or other…
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RHE Waitlists to Open for Housing Choice Voucher, Project-Based Voucher and Public Housing
Rockville Housing Enterprises opened its waitlists in April for the Housing Choice Voucher program, project-based voucher programs and public housing program. Those interested can apply for the waitlists online. RHE waitlists will remain open until further notice. Applicants will be required to provide contact information, including an email address for the application process, and details…
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Peerless Presents: Revolutionary War-Era History, Juneteenth and Celebrating 50 Years
May and June bring Peerless Rockville presentations about Revolutionary War-era Rockville and a historic Black church’s connection with the fight for emancipation, and a celebration of the historic preservation nonprofit’s 50th anniversary. Register for the following programs at www.peerlessrockville.org or using the city course number where indicated at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Mary Beth Norton, professor emerita of…
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Health and Wellness Coming Up in May-June at the Senior Center
Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in May and June. Register online with the course number. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities, and services at www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800. For more information, see the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at www.rockvillemd.gov/life.
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Rockville Senior Center Celebrates Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month and the Rockville Senior Center is planning activities and programs to celebrate. The 2024 theme is “Powered by Connection,” which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on health and well-being. And never was there a better time to connect with the vibrant 60-plus community at…
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Rockville’s Forestry Inspector Talks Environments With Middle School Class
Following a handwritten invitation from a Silver Spring International Middle School student, Natasha Shangold, the City of Rockville’s forestry inspector, found herself in front of Delia Dunlap’s eighth-period Model United Nations class, where she discussed invasive species and the importance of local ecosystems. The first-day-of-spring visit was sparked by a letter from a student named…
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Equipment Show to Highlight How Public Works is ‘Advancing Quality of Life for All’
Climb into the operator’s seat of some of the big trucks used by the city’s Department of Public Works as the City of Rockville joins the American Public Works Association to celebrate National Public Works Week, Monday, May 20-Friday, May 24. The highlight of the week will be the city’s annual Equipment Show from 10:30…
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Last Call to Lace Up for the Suds and Soles 5K
Register now for the Suds and Soles 5K. The Montgomery County Road Runners Club and the City of Rockville are teaming up again to present this 5K race at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15. The course begins and ends in Rockville Town Center and winds through neighborhood streets. The race is open to all ages…