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September 19, 2016 | Staff Writer

Dog Dip Day in Rockville (VIDEO)

The city of Rockville recently held its annual Dog Dip Day. Rock 11 has the story. Visit our PEG partner Rock 11 Now to view more of its programming.

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August 30, 2016 | Elizabeth Ortega-Lohmeyer

Montgomery Recreation September Happenings

September 1:  Senior Sneaker Seniors who cannot get to the gym by 3 pm, Montgomery County Recreation has extended the Sneakers hours to all day. If the center of your choice is open, the Rec Senior Sneaker Age 55+ 1 Year pass will work starting today.  This special annual pass is for boomers and seniors […]

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June 8, 2016 | Staff Writer

UPDATED: Clarksburg Community Forum Postponed Because of Tragic Car Crash

UPDATED 6.8.16 In light of a tragic car accident late last night that killed three Clarksburg High School students, Montgomery County officials have announced that the Community Forum for the North County Aquatic and Recreation Center and Senior Center scheduled for this evening is postponed. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date. The @MoCoRec […]

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June 7, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Water Park at Bohrer Park

Splash Pool Opening Delayed in Gaithersburg (PHOTO)

UPDATED A total of 2,641 people visited the Water Park at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg on opening weekend for the kickoff of the summer swim season. Although the main pool was open for swimming and wading, the popular Splash Pool for young children was closed for maintenance. “Aquatics staff encountered issues with the internal components […]

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February 11, 2016 | Sonya Burke

photo of Germantown Swim Center

Germantown Indoor Swim Center Hosts College Meet Today thru Sunday

The Germantown Indoor Swim Center is hosting the Landmark Swim and Dive Championships Feb. 11 – 14, and that means significant changes to the facility’s operating hours this weekend. You can review schedule changes on the Swim Center’s website, here. Read more about the college championships, here. #Germantown Indoor Swim Center is hosting a college […]

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January 6, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Gaithersburg Leaders to Prohibit Smoking at Water Park

Gaithersburg’s elected leaders are in agreement with a recent staff proposal to declare the popular Water Park “smoke free.” Until now, smoking has been allowed up to the perimeter fence line at the Water Park. That’s not something you would find at the county’s outdoor pools. “Montgomery County prohibits the use of tobacco, within the […]

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September 12, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Pooch Pool Party Set for Saturday and Sunday at Wheaton-Glenmont Pool (PHOTOS)

The Department of Recreation’s annual Pooch Pool Party takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at the Wheaton Glenmont Pool, 12621 Dalewood Drive. The cost is $10. Pre-registration is required. You must also show written proof of your dog’s current rabies vaccination. You can find more information about this canine event […]

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August 4, 2015 | Elizabeth Ortega-Lohmeyer

Montgomery County Recreation Upcoming Events August

Cricket Anyone? We are looking for interested folks. Call 240.777.4936 to let us know.  Buy Discounted Amusement Park Tickets Busch Gardens, Diggerland USA, Dorney Park, Dutch Wonderland, Hershey Park, King’s Dominion, Sahara Sam’s Water Park, Six Flags America, Six Flags Great Adventure, Water Country. August 2 to August 16:  The following Community Recreation Centers and […]

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July 28, 2015 | Aline Barros

County Council Will Not Drain the Piney Branch Pool in Takoma Park

The Montgomery County Council approved $54 million budget cuts on July 28 for the county’s FY16 budget. County Executive Isiah Leggett had proposed $50 million in budget cuts, which included not funding programs for homeless veterans, child care initiatives, fire and rescue operations, and others. The Piney Branch Pool was among the facilities that Leggett […]

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July 26, 2015 | Phil Fabrizio

MoCo’s Swimming All Stars (PHOTOS)

It’s time to pack it up and head for the beach. Summer swim season in Montgomery County officially ended today with the premier meet of the season – the Montgomery County Swim League’s (MCSL) Individual All Stars.  All season long swimmers swam for the sake of the team – some times in events where they […]

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