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
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
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
Four-Bedroom Units Available Rockville Housing Enterprises will open its public housing program wait list in December for its four-bedroom units only. Applicants can sign up online-only for the wait list, which will be available from 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15 until 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 16, at myportal.rockvillehe.org. Applicants will
Need financial help? Facing eviction? Utilities about to be shut off? Need help paying for prescription medication?
Asmara G. Habte serves as the director of the recently formed Department of Housing and Community Development for the City of Rockville. We asked her a few questions about her role to introduce her to the Rockville community. Tell us a little about your role with DHCD.As director, I oversee
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
The City of Rockville and Rockville Farmers Market is doubling its dollar-for-dollar match for customers using their federal nutrition benefits at the city’s weekly market.
Donations are being accepted for the 2021 Holiday Drive, Rockville’s annual push to help the community’s hundreds of children and families in need. This year, with the need greater than ever, the drive will continue, albeit with minor changes to keep everyone healthy and safe.
The Human Rights and Human Services Advisory commissions of the City of Rockville have launched a communitywide survey to assess the state of social justice, racism, bias and wellness in the city. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese and Korean. More information and a link to
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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