The headline for the “City of Rockville Newsletter” from March 7, 1979, was “Blizzard of ’79 — the Aftermath.” “With few exceptions, outstanding cooperation and community spirit were displayed” during the emergency, according to the article. But there was some confusion about the city’s snow removal procedures that required explanation
Are you in elementary school and Trustworthy, Earnest, Respectful, Responsible, Involved, Fair, Industrious and Caring? That’s all you need to take part in Rockville’s 2019 TERRIFIC Challenge, which gives free bikes to students in grades 1-5 who fulfill six out of 16 “good deeds,” such as perfect attendance in school
Daylight saving time begins March 10, which is the ideal reminder for homeowners to check their smoke alarms while setting clocks forward. Your home’s smoke alarms are the best way of notifying you and your family of a fire. State law requires that battery-operated smoke alarms be replaced every 10
Renovations are underway throughout the Rockville Senior Center, including work affecting the front entrance foyer, offices, Carnation Room stage, bathrooms and dining room. Renovations are expected to be completed in June. The front entrance is closed. Visitors and members should use side or back parking lot entrances. For more information,
Rockville is seeking speakers and participants for the city’s 75th annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, May 27, in Town Center. Rockville and Montgomery County residents who have retired from or currently serve in the United States military are eligible to take part in the
Four Stages of Music, Local Food Favorites and Kids Fun Return May 25-26 The Hometown Holidays Music Fest returns to Rockville Town Center this Memorial Day weekend with more than 25 regional and national performing artists and the best of local food.
Thomas Farm Community Center is turning 10 and we need you to help sing “Happy Birthday”! The center will hold an open house from 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6. Enjoy a cupcake, try a workout or fitness class, and enjoy crafts and other activities to celebrate the center’s decade at
The International Night festival, celebrating the world’s cultures that are represented in Rockville, returns to F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre on Friday, March 22.
Look for Rockville 11’s Women’s History Month Facebook Live series, throughout March. Follow the City of Rockville on Facebook for live one-on-one conversations with some of the women who are a part of Rockville’s strong legacy of leadership.
Glenview Mansion is expected to be closed through March to allow for construction of a new Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible parking lot. While access to the mansion is closed during construction, visitors can access the tennis courts, Croydon Creek Nature Center and Recreation Services building via Avery Road (off of
Rockville has scored 100 marks for the city’s commitment to the health, welfare, safety and equality of its lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community in its seventh year of participation in, and the 13th year for, the Human Rights
Acting Maj. Jason West will become acting chief and Maj. Troy Plummer acting deputy chief of the Rockville City Police Department, following the resignation of Chief Victor V. Brito, City Manager Jeff Mihelich has announced. The appointments take effect Friday,
Don’t let your pumpkins go to waste, try these pumpkin-recycling ideas! Before you donate or compost your pumpkins, please check inside for candles or battery-powered lights. Pumpkins decorated with glitter, paint, stickers or other inorganic materials will contaminate the composting
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