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October 13, 2021 | Collin Riviello

After a Year Off, Silver Spring Arts & Crafts Fall Fair is Back

The annual Silver Spring Arts & Crafts Fall Fair will go on as planned this fall after being canceled last year due to the pandemic. The fair will be held on Oct. 17, Oct. 31 and Dec. 5 at 1 Veterans Place at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring and will run from 1 p.m. to […]

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October 13, 2021 | Staff Writer

Studio 501c3: Chinese Culture and Community Service Center

Studio 501c3 host Kim Jones talks with Chih-Hsiang Li, the CEO and executive director of the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center (CCACC) in this episode of Studio 501c3. The center’s programs enhance the quality of life and well being for Chinese Americans and the community at large. CCACC programs primarily focus on seniors and […]

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October 12, 2021 | Travis Chase

Redistricting Process Enters Next Phase

The Commission on Redistricting is moving forward in creating maps for the ongoing redistricting plans. County officials will meet once again on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 6:50 p.m. Redistricting is required by the county charter every 10 years. The last time redistricting was approved occurred in 2011. Because voters elected to increase the number […]

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October 12, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

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Reapertura de la Biblioteca de Germantown Tras un Proyecto de Renovación

Las Bibliotecas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery reabrirán su sucursal de Germantown el sábado 16 de octubre. La sucursal se cerró el 24 de abril por renovaciones, como parte del programa de actualización de la biblioteca. Los funcionarios del condado dicen que la biblioteca de Germantown renovada “incluye nuevos escritorios ergonómicos de circulación, renovación de […]

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October 12, 2021 | Staff Writer

Health Officials Offer Tips for a Safe Halloween

Montgomery County health officials are offering advice on how to decrease the risks associated with celebrating Halloween, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. “We want children to enjoy Halloween, but we want to be sure that they are celebrating safely,” said Acting Health Officer Dr. James Bridgers in a statement. “We have to remember that for […]

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October 12, 2021 | Rosa Pyo

Montgomery County Commission for Women to Host Self Defense Workshops

Women of all ages can enroll in an introductory self-defense seminar hosted by the Montgomery County Commission for Women. The self-defense awareness and familiarization exchange event, also known as S.A.F.E., takes place over zoom for a fee of $10. The class focuses on reducing safety risks and physical defense. The seminar also teaches Rape, Aggression, […]

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October 12, 2021 | Rosa Pyo

County Seeks Community Input on Future of Chevy Chase Library

The Montgomery County Department of General Services’ Office of Planning and Development and Montgomery Public Libraries are offering office hours to discuss the future of the Chevy Chase Library. The two options proposed are a full renovation of the existing library or the construction of a completely new library on site. However, to construct the […]

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October 12, 2021 | Michelle Queen

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Germantown Library Reopens Oct. 16 Following a Refresh Project

Montgomery County Public Libraries will reopen its Germantown branch on Saturday, Oct. 16. The branch was closed on April 24 for renovations as part of the library refresh program. County officials say the refreshed Germantown library “includes new ergonomic sit-stand circulation and information desks; renovation of the public restrooms; new paint, carpet and other floor […]

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October 12, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Evento Virtual Gratis sobre Cuidado Infantil el Miércoles 13 de Octubre

El Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos está organizando un evento el miércoles 13 de octubre a las 7:00 p.m. a través de su página de Facebook, en español y gratis, para las personas interesadas en aprender más sobre los recursos y programas de cuidado infantil. MyMCM conversó con Jennifer Arnáiz, Gerente del Programa de […]

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October 12, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Funcionarios de Salud del Condado Ofrecen Consejos para un ‘Halloween’ Seguro

Los funcionarios de salud del Condado de Montgomery están ofreciendo consejos sobre cómo disminuir los riesgos asociados con la celebración de “Halloween” o la Noche de Brujas, mientras continúa la pandemia de COVID-19. “Queremos que los niños disfruten de Halloween, pero queremos estar seguros de que están celebrando de manera segura”, dijo el Dr. James […]

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