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July 30, 2021 | Joshua Casazza

Top Five Farmers Markets

Montgomery County residents looking for fresh food can visit local farmers markets to find the best produce around. Find everything from organic fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, wine, dairy products and more around Montgomery County. Some of the county’s best local spots include: Freshfarm Downtown Silver Spring Market at 1 Veterans Plaza in Silver […]

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April 29, 2020 | Michelle Queen

Farmers Markets Stay Open in Montgomery County During Coronavirus Shutdown

Montgomery County is home to numerous farmers markets that are considered essential businesses during the current coronavirus public health emergency. Just like grocery stores, farmers markets must meet a few requirements to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The market staff must wear face coverings. The market must control the number of shoppers at any given […]

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July 9, 2019 | Deirdre Byrne

Five Things to Know for July 9 in Montgomery County

Today is Tuesday, July 9, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Session: Montgomery County Council meets this morning at 9:30 a.m. Here’s a look at today’s agenda. 2. Police Advisory Commission Bill Press Conference: Councilmember Hans Riemer is holding a press conference tonight at 7 p.m. to introduce a […]

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July 9, 2018 | Staff Writer

July Festivals Around the County

The festivities continue beyond July 4th in Montgomery County! Here is a list of festivals happening all around the county this July, in chronological order: Wet, Wacky & Wild Poolesville’s Friday on the Commons festival 6 p.m.-10 p.m. on Friday, July 13 at Whalen Commons will have water slides, inflatables, food trucks, a farmers market […]

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June 8, 2018 | Staff Writer

Crowds Expected at Norman’s Farm Market Roadside Stands

Norman’s Farm Market vendors expect people to come in droves for their fresh watermelon, peaches, corn and other local produce, they said. Family-run since 1987, Norman’s Farm Market sells produce grown at their farm in Woodbine, MD and other farms within a 100-mile radius. “This has become a nice household Montgomery County name,” said vendor […]

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June 30, 2017 | Douglas Tallman

Five Things to Know for June 30 in Montgomery County

First off, it’s going to be a busy weekend. Here are five more things to know today, June 30, in Montgomery County: 1. Batman, in Pieces: “The Lego Batman Movie” will be the Movie on the Lawn at the Clara Barton Community Recreation Center, 7425 MacArthur Blvd., Cabin John from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. […]

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May 4, 2017 | Douglas Tallman

Five Things to Know Today, May 4, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, May 4, in Montgomery County: 1. Improved transit: The Montgomery County Department of Transportation is working to improve the Lakeforest Transit Center. Residents are invited to a meeting at 7 p.m. at South Lake Elementary School, Gaithersburg. 2. Pop-Up Parks: Montgomery Parks latest “pop-up park” is at Fairview Road […]

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May 3, 2017 | Douglas Tallman

Five Things to Know Today, May 3, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, May 3, in Montgomery County: 1. Fallen heroes: Montgomery County police continues its annual Fallen Heroes Memorial Service from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Public Safety Headquarters, 100 Edison Park Drive, Gaithersburg. 2. Council meets Metro: The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority meets the Montgomery County Council’s Transportation Committee […]

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June 15, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, June 15, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, June 15, in Montgomery County: 1. The Josiah Henson Leadership Conference II takes place this morning at the studios of Montgomery Community Media. 2.  It’s the first of its kind. The Ellsworth Urban Dog Park opens today at 621 Ellsworth Drive in Silver Spring. 3. Montgomery County Department […]

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June 13, 2016 | Sonya Burke

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Rockville Farmers Market Opens for Growing Season (VIDEO)

The Rockville Farmers Market is open for the growing season. Rock 11 Now’s Kathy Dantzler reports there is a lot more than fruits and vegetables at this local market. Visit our PEG partner Rock 11 Now to view more of its programming.

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