Category: Culture and Recreation

F. Scott Theater to Close for Upgrades to Accessibility, Sound

August 30, 2024

The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and its social hall will close for nine months in late December for renovations that will improve accessibility and sound. The venue will close Tuesday, Dec. 17 and reopen Sept. 1, 2025. The primary focus of the renovations is to improve safety and compliance with

Rocktobierfest Presents Ample Opportunity to ‘Oompah!’

August 30, 2024

Rocktobierfest returns to Rockville Town Center on Saturday, Sept. 28 for a Bavarian-themed bash featuring bands, beers and bratwurst. The sixth edition of the free festival, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., will include two stages of live music, food, beer sales by local breweries, and an artisan shopping area. This popular

Celebrate Senior Center Month at Rockville Senior Center

August 28, 2024

The national celebration of Senior Center Month in September is all about “powering connections.” Where better to do that than the city’s hub of activity for the 65 and older community at the Rockville Senior Center? Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and

Building a Better Recreation Pool

July 1, 2024

Outdoor Rec Pool to Close Aug. 16 for Renovations The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s outdoor recreation pool will close at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, to allow a comprehensive renovation and reconfiguration to begin. These will include improvements to accessibility, and modernized amenities and infrastructure that will provide new

Go Around the World in a Day at the Senior Center

July 1, 2024

More than 20 countries will be represented through the Rockville Senior Center’s diverse membership in August. For International Day, 1-3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, celebrate Rockville’s local cultures with food, music and dance. Seniors who are interested in showcasing their culture through dance, music or photographs can contact Alexis D’Angelo

Peerless Presents: The Montgomery County Poor Farm and Rockville Images

July 1, 2024

Peerless Rockville in July presents the history of a home for people with disabilities and celebrates a half-century with a look at Rockville history through 50 photographs. The Glenview Mansion and Peerless Rockville Speaker Series presents “The Montgomery County Poor Farm: Its History and Its People” at 7 p.m. Thursday,

Health and Wellness Coming Up in July-August at the Senior Center

July 1, 2024

Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August. Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and services at www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800. For more information, see the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at www.rockvillemd.gov/life.

July and August In the Arts

July 1, 2024

In the Park and on the Big Screen: Rockville’s Movies in the Parks

July 1, 2024

Four Movies. Four Weeks. Four Neighborhood Parks. Mark your summer entertainment calendar for Rockville’s free outdoor Movies in the Parks, on the big screen at neighborhood parks throughout the city on Wednesdays from July 31 to Aug. 21. Bring chairs, blankets, food and nonalcoholic beverages and enjoy four family-friendly movies

Find Fireworks on the Fourth at Rockville’s Independence Day Festivities in King Farm

June 28, 2024

A Rockville tradition, the city’s annual Independence Day celebration, returns to King Farm on Thursday, July 4 with music, fireworks and fun. Hosted by the Mayor and Council, the celebration will once again be held at the 26-acre Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, 1800 Piccard Drive, in King Farm, which offers

RCPD Annual Report Shows a Continued Commitment to Community Policing

March 31, 2025

The Rockville City Police Department hosted events throughout 2024 to engage with the community while continuing to provide a high level of service, interim Chief Jason L. West wrote in the department’s 2024 annual report that was released in

Go Green and Save Green With Permit Fee Waivers for Earth Month

March 31, 2025

Rockville to Waive Fees for Select Home Improvement Permits During April The City of Rockville will mark Earth Month in April by waiving permit fees for certain environmentally friendly home improvements. The city will waive all fees assessed by Rockville’s

Last Chance for Budget Input as Mayor and Council Continue Work

March 31, 2025

The Mayor and Council hold their final scheduled Fiscal Year 2026 budget work session in early April as the community has its final opportunity to provide budget input. Monday, April 7 is the last day to provide input via the

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