An art project will soon emphasize the “swim” in the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center at 355 Martins Lane and highlight its newly renovated foyer. New York-based artist Matthew Geller was selected by the Artist Nomination Committee of the Cultural Arts Commission to create the work. The $100,000 commission to
Take in New York and the sounds of winter, ballet or a concert, or peruse some amazing local art, this month at the Rockville Civic Center. “On the Town,” presented by Rockville Musical Theatre. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 5 and 6; 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7. Tickets: $26;
Coming soon: Rockville’s latest 2021-2022 winter guide, “LIFE in Rockville,” which lists all the programs, events, classes and fun available from the city’s Recreation and Parks Department.
The Glenview Mansion and Peerless Rockville Speaker Series hosts a virtual event in honor of Maryland Emancipation Day at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11. “Forging Freedom: Endurance, Escape, and Rockville’s Underground Railroad,” will highlight the brave fugitives who fled slavery in Rockville, the abolitionist network that helped, and the endurance of
Rockville elected officials joined Peerless Rockville and community members on Oct. 1 to celebrate the designation of the former home of pioneering psychiatrist Frieda Fromm-Reichmann as Rockville’s first National Historic Landmark. Learn more about Frieda’s Cottage at RockvilleReports.com/history-made-friedas-cottage-designated-historic-landmark. Find more photos from the dedication ceremony on the City of Rockville
Winners to be Honored at the 50th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration The city’s Human Rights Commission is accepting nominations for two awards to be presented at Rockville’s Martin Luther King Jr. celebration on Monday, Jan. 17. The Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Award will be presented to
Bring local farm-fresh fall flavor to your Thanksgiving dinner table with produce from regional growers/producers at the Rockville Farmers Market.
Looking to lend your time, talents and expertise to the City of Rockville? Look no further than “Volunteer Rockville,” a new email newsletter presenting volunteering news and opportunities to serve your city. The bimonthly newsletter delivers to your inbox news about nonprofits, city and community programs seeking volunteers, Student Service
Stay home and stay healthy with free online seminars from the Rockville Senior Center in November.Register with the course number online at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn more about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and services at www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800. Sessions are free, virtual, and run from 1-2 p.m., except where noted.
City Pairs Helpers with Seniors Each winter, the Rockville Senior Center looks for ways to help older Rockville residents with snow removal. If you’re handy with a shovel and don’t mind digging out an extra driveway or clearing a walkway or two, you can sign up and volunteer for the
Rockville recently sent notices to nearly 8,300 city water customers requesting their help in determining and reporting the material used in their drinking water service lines. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s recent Lead and Copper Rule Revisions require water service
Thanks to D.C.-based artist Rose Jaffe, a vibrant mural now adorns the playground-facing wall of the Lincoln Park Community Center at 357 Frederick Ave. The mural features residents of all ages dancing, playing and moving together, alongside Maryland and Lincoln
Work is continuing on a comprehensive renovation and reconfiguration of the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s outdoor recreation pool. Improvements are being made to accessibility, amenities will be modernized, and infrastructure will provide new recreational features and pools for swimmers
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