Montgomery Community Media

It’s Monday, Jan. 7, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Orthodox Christmas: For Orthodox Christians, today is Christmas. 2. Municipal Monday: Gaithersburg, Rockville and Poolesville all have meetings of their town leaders. Here’s the Gaithersburg agenda. Here’s the Rockville agenda. And here’s Poolesville’s. 3. A Fond Farewell: Julie Palakovich Carr is leaving the Rockville […]

It’s Friday, Jan. 4, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Bethesda’s Jaleo responds to shutdown: Chef José Andrés has pledged to feed furloughed federal workers at his six D.C. area restaurants, including Jaleo in Bethesda, until the government shutdown ends. 2. We Love Weekends:  Not sure what to do this weekend? Check […]

A comedy mystery opens at Gaithersburg’s Arts Barn opens Friday with nine performances through Jan. 20. Olney Theatre’s Elf the Musical’s last performance is Sunday, Jan. 6. New art exhibits at Glen Echo Park open Saturday, Jan. 5. The public is invited to meet the artists at opening receptions Saturday, Jan. 12. Friday, Jan. 4 […]

It’s Thursday, Jan. 3, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Know Before You Go: Check out this guide to what’s open and what’s not during the partial federal government shutdown. 2. Student Board Member Nominations: Any student enrolled in a Montgomery County public school in grades 6 through 12 may nominate a sophomore […]

It’s Wednesday, Jan. 2, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Rain in the Forecast: The National Weather Service expects rain to move in tonight. Keep your umbrella handy. 2. Students Return to the Classroom: Montgomery County Public School buses will be on the roads today, following the winter break. Motorists should be […]

1. Elrich Becomes County Executive Voters roared in 2016, passing term limits on County Council members and the county executive. In 2018, the voters continued to roar. First, in the Democratic primary, voters winnowed a list of 38 candidates down to four in the council’s at-large race. Next, voters chose Marc Elrich as their party’s choice […]

It’s Friday, Dec. 21, and here are five things you need to know: 1. MCM Closed For Holidays: Today the MCM offices and facilities close at noon. We will re-open for regular hours on Jan. 2. 2. Winter Solstice Campfire: Tonight is the longest night of winter! Come celebrate at the Meadowside Nature Center from […]

With Christmas just days away, this is the weekend for entertainment. Friday, Dec. 21 Macy Gray performs at the Bethesda Blues and Jazz Club, 7719 Wisconsin Ave. 8 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. $67 – $87. 240-330-4500. For more information, click here. Christmas by Candlelight The Washington Chorus performs at the Music Center at […]

It’s Thursday, Dec. 20, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Let Your Voice Be Heard: County Executive Marc Elrich will host another of his listening sessions from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Einstein High School, 11135 Newport Mill Road, Kensington. 2. Welcome Back: The once-closed Dawson’s Market is having a […]

It’s Wednesday, Dec. 19, Christmas is six days away, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Jingle Bell Breakfast: The Long Branch Senior Center in Silver Spring has a free Jingle Bell Breakfast from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There will also be two craft tables with supplies so seniors can make holiday […]