Montgomery Community Media

Veterans Day, observed annually on Nov. 11, honors all those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are over 40,000 veterans living in Montgomery County. Here’s a look at upcoming events commemorating their service to the country. Veterans Day Ceremony Join American Legion Daniel-Jeffers Post 247 for […]

Montgomery County’s population now stands at 1,062,000, according to the U.S. 2020 Census. A decade ago, it was 971,177. Staff at the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments reviewed data from the 2020 census at its Wednesday meeting and concluded that fewer than half the population in the Washington, D.C. area is White. The average family size […]

The Chevy Chase Library, built in 1965, needs major repairs and updates according to the Office of Planning and Development. The building underwent five major renovations between 1990 and 2009. Now the County wants to hear from the public to determine the future of the library. The county poses two possible scenarios. The first would […]

Seeing a frenzy of pink flowers along the Tidal Basin in the nation’s capital will no longer be just a virtual, 2D experience. Organizers for the National Cherry Blossom Festival announced Tuesday that next year’s festival will be in-person. “DC is open and that means that the National Cherry Blossom Festival is back in person,” […]

Story Tapestries Executive Director Ariana Ross is Kim Jones guest on this episode of Studio 501c3. Story Tapestries’ mission is to empower, educate and encourage children and adults to integrate the arts into all aspects of their lives. Studio 501c3 focuses on the nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County working to build supportive communities every day. […]

In an effort to shine a light on the history of the county and areas previously affected by racial segregation, communities in Silver Spring will walk in unison to promote unity over division. The fourth annual Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk will return on Saturday, Nov.13 at 5:30 p.m.  The walk will host residents of […]

Studio 501c3 host Kim Jones talks with Carol Tseng, the executive director of the GloryStar Children’s Chorus (GCC) in this episode of Studio 501c3. Glorystar Children’s Chorus provides music education to children and youth (5-18 years old) with a focus on East Asian and Western music. GCC celebrates our Asian cultural heritage and creates an […]

Por primera vez el Ejecutivo del Condado de Montgomery, Marc Elrich, organizará un Foro sobre el Presupuesto Operativo del Año Fiscal 2023 en español, para buscar opiniones y escuchar las prioridades de los residentes latinos del condado, según informa la oficina del Ejecutivo. El foro se llevará a cabo el martes 9 de noviembre de […]

Esta semana, la Asociación de Psicólogos Escolares del Condado de Montgomery organiza una exposición virtual en honor a la Semana de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, según un boletín de MCPS. La exposición gratuita tiene como objetivo poner a los estudiantes y las familias en contacto con expertos en salud mental que puedan proporcionar información […]

This week Montgomery County School Psychologists’ Association hosts a virtual expo in honor of Mental Health Awareness Week, according to an Oct. 20 MCPS Bulletin. The free expo aims to put students and families in touch with mental health experts who can provide information on topics pertinent to school-aged children — such as vaping, social […]