Montgomery Community Media

Here are some of our weekend picks from the MyMCMedia.org calendar: Friday, March 25 Bunnyland is back at Butler’s Orchard in Germantown with lots of activities for children. Opens at 9 a.m. and is weather dependent. Call 301.972.3299 or check Butler’s Orchard website if any question about the weather. The Puppet Co presents Beauty and the Beast […]

The City of Takoma Park played host to Maryland’s 8th Congressional District candidates forum. In addition to meeting the candidates, attendees were able to see a voting machine demo, and hear from several community organizations that helped make the event happen. Event producer Isaac Asare explains how it all came together.

Here are your five things to know today, Jan. 27, in Montgomery County: 1. Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) are closed today. Administrative offices will open two-hours late. 2. Montgomery County Government facilities will open at 10 a.m. today. 3. Ride On will operate most route services today. 4. The City of Takoma Park will […]

Now that snow cleanup is underway, Montgomery County officials are reminding residents to clear sidewalks. According to the Montgomery County website; “Property owners are responsible for clearing their public sidewalks, driveways and entrances within 24 hours of the end of a snowstorm. All residents are strongly encouraged to be good neighbors by clearing the sidewalks in […]

UPDATE: January 25, 9 p.m. City of Takoma Park officials released an update on winter weather activities. Takoma Park offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 26 however a previously scheduled Council retreat will take place. Officials also say that there will be no trash, recycling, or food waste collection on Tuesday. For […]

The City of Takoma Park seeks volunteers for it’s Snow Angels program. The program provides snow removal assistance with walkways, steps, sidewalks and driveways for residents physically unable to remove snow. Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to apply. Those interested in volunteering can register online by clicking the link here. To register for assistance you […]

UPDATE: January 25, 2 p.m. City Manager Suzanne Ludlow released an update on winter storm operations. “We are continuing around the clock snow clearing of roads, with sidewalk clearing being done during daylight hours. Every street should have had at least one pass by a snowplow, but many roads still only have an 8-foot wide cleared […]

There are many farmers markets in Montgomery County where shoppers can find fresh, locally grown, fruits and vegetables. In this video, Susan Kenedy introduces us to a market in Takoma Park that offers much more. Take a look: Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.

It starts with a phone call from someone claiming to be representing Pepco. The Takoma Park Police Department wants residents to be on alert. According to a news release, police have received information from citizens that a person is calling and saying they represent Pepco to offer services and upgrades in exchange for money. “Many companies, […]

The Takoma Park Street Festival is scheduled for Oct. 4, but registration is open. This festival is organized by the Old Takoma Bussiness Association and takes place on a mile stretch of Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park. According to the organization’s website, more than 200 artists, community groups, children’s activities and others participate in the […]