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In honor of Earth Month, the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and One Montgomery Green (OMG) have teamed up to present “Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG”.  This new series will discuss relevant environmental topics that are important to local residents. The first discussion will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April […]

April 22 marks Earth Day and Montgomery Parks has planned a number of eco-friendly activities and special events throughout the month of April to involve the community in celebrating Earth Month. From online plant sales and Arbor Day seedling giveaways to a GreenFest month-long celebration, Montgomery Parks, as part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and […]

Brookside Gardens hosted the fifth annual Montgomery County GreenFest this weekend in celebration of National Earth Day. There were more than 85 vendors, and a variety of activities for locals to enjoy. Vendors offered insight on how people can do their part on the local level to help the Earth’s resources.   Watch this video […]

Today is Thursday, April 18. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County 1.  Child Safety Seat Inspections: Officers that have been trained in the proper use and installation of child safety seats will be working with employees of Fitzgerald Auto, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue, and other volunteers. Parents and care givers can learn […]

Nearly 500 trees are being re-potted at the Pope Farm Nursery in Gaithersburg this week, all in celebration of Earth Month. About 25 student-volunteers worked with Montgomery Parks to get the job done. The students are a part of a program run by the Latin American Youth Center that offers job training in green infrastructure […]

This month marks the 49th anniversary of “Earth Month,” a global campaign that stresses the importance of protecting the planet’s air, land and water. Events are scheduled throughout the month for Montgomery County residents to learn about and take part in preserving the environment. “Learn About Organic Lawn Care” at the Rock Creek Conservancy Office […]

Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett and Montgomery County Council President Hans Riemer are expected to present a joint proclamation to deem April as Earth Month on April 17, but Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection is hosting various events all month long focusing on the environment. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about making […]

You can see all the #DITL photos, here. This is your source for the latest information about the 5th annual, “Day in the Life of Montgomery County,” an event which takes place for 24 hours on April 20th. Please like our @DITLMoCo Facebook and @DITL Instagram pages to view photos. Share your #ditl photos on […]

Montgomery County Council President Roger Berliner issued a proclamation today recognizing the month of April as Earth Month. He was joined by Lisa Feldt, the director of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) as well as several environmental groups. “Everyday is Earth Day in our department,” said Feldt. According to Feldt, there are several green […]

Here are five things to know today, April 12, in Montgomery County: 1. The county’s departments of environmental protection and transportation are celebrating Transportation Week with a Bikeshare promotion in Friendship Heights from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ride On Customer Appreciation at the Lakeforest Transit Center from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and an […]