Happy Juneteenth! Today marks the anniversary of the abolition of slavery in the State of Texas on June 19, 1865. As we celebrate Juneteenth, also known as “Freedom Day” today — Wednesday, June 18 — here are five other things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Montgomery County Celebrates Pride Month: Tonight Councilmember Evan Glass, Denizens […]
Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Young Professionals Support Family Services, Inc.
When they’re not working, networking, or socializing, the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) young professionals are raising money & engaging with many community non-profits in a number of ways. The GGCC Young Professionals Group raised $130 at its Holiday Happy Hour on December 12 for Family Services, Inc.. “It’s incredibly rewarding to be able to […]
Montgomery College Offering Support for Single Parents
Montgomery College campus is teaming up the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Family Services and the City of Gaithersburg, to host the first Single Parent Conference on its Rockville campus on Aug. 12. The goal of this free event is to to provide an opportunity for single parents to have direct access […]
Nonprofit of the Week: Family Services, Inc. (PHOTOS)
The year was 1908. The need: reduce suffering in the community. More than 100 years later, Family Services, Inc. (FSI) is still working towards the same goal. This organization, located in Gaithersburg, has served over 22,000 individuals and families a year through a combined budget of $22 million through distinguished programs on mental health, substance abuse, early childhood, […]
Circuit Court Opens Child Waiting Facility
The Circuit Court for Montgomery County has opened a new child waiting facility, called “Kids Spot,” to provide a free play area for children ages 2 to 12 while their parents or legal guardians are conducting business within the Circuit Court building. “Montgomery County Circuit Court is pleased to offer this new space for the […]
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