Five Things to Know for Sept. 19 in Montgomery County

Here are five things you need to know today, Wednesday, Sept. 19, in Montgomery County:

1. No School: It’s a day off for students and teachers. For more information on the MCPS school calendar, click here.

2. Community Open House: Voice your opinions on the future of solid waste management in Montgomery County and its path forward to zero waste. The meeting will be held at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Service Center, located at 4805 Edgemoor Lane in Bethesda from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

3. Cyberattack Prevention Workshop: Learn ways to protect your business and yourself from cyber attacks now and in the future. Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of MindSpout, Scott Raba, will host a workshop on the latest trends.

4. VisArts Lab: Join VisArts every Wednesday for a hands-on outdoor art lab.  Click here for more information and times.

5. Leggett’s Legacy: As Isiah Leggett, the county’s first African-American executive prepares to leave office, MCM’s Doug Tallman talked with Leggett about his journey from poverty in rural Louisiana to become the leader of Maryland’s largest and most diverse county.

The Leggett Legacy Part II: Gratitude and Determination

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About Mitti Hicks

Mitti Hicks is a multimedia journalist and community engagement specialist with Montgomery Community Media. She is passionate about telling stories that impact our community and may be reached at MHicks@mymcmedia.org and on Twitter @mittimegan.

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