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Bullis School Celebrates 90th Anniversary
Students and faculty of Bullis School celebrated Founders Festival Week Oct. 19-23 in honor of the 90th birthday of the school’s founder.
Vote Early; Election Day Will Bring Challenges in Montgomery County
County to begin early voting Monday, Oct. 26; your regular polling place will likely not be open on Election Day 2020
Early voting in Montgomery County for the 2020 Presidential General Election begins Monday, Oct. 26 and continues through Monday, Nov. 2.
C&O Canal Superintendent speaks at WMCCA meeting
The October meeting of the West Montgomery County Citizens Association (WMCCA) was held via Zoom Wednesday, Oct 14.
Halloween Is Not Canceled in Montgomery County
But large groups are; county offers guidelines for safe Halloween while residents make plans to celebrate
Halloween, a witch’s brew of fun and fantasy, will need a new recipe for this year.
Fire Prevention Week: Time to Prepare
Focus on fire safety and general safety at home and in the community.
Oct. 4-10 is National Fire Protection week, and Pete Piringer, Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service (MCFRS) is encouraging all County residents to be prepared for an emergency.
Pursuing Passions Through Disturbing Times
Potomac dance company to perform in Kennedy Center program
Nrityalaya, School of Indian Classical Odissi dance, with home in Potomac, was selected to participate in The Kennedy Center’s Arts Across America live digital performance series.
Back to School Town Hall Focuses on Mental Health
Panel: Support, structure and routine can help students deal with stress.
Parents facing the stress of COVID-19 related school and job issues were invited to a town hall meeting designed to support mental wellness for themselves and their children during these days of social distancing and online learning.
Potomac Friends of the Library Resumes Programs
Libraries in Montgomery County are still closed, but Potomac Friends of the Library are continuing their Author Talks – virtually.
Residents Raise Concerns About Changes to Cabin John Creek Trail
Almost three dozen Cabin John residents turned up Sept. 2 to hear Montgomery Parks trail construction head Bob Turnbull explain why the under construction hiker/biker trail that runs from Seven Locks Rd. at Cypress Grove to the park at the one-lane bridge on MacArthur Blvd. does not follow the old trail, veering away from the creek so many residents loved to walk beside.
Montgomery County Public Schools Virtual Now, In Person Soon?
Despite the controversy about opening schools to in-person learning created by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan (R), Montgomery County Public Schools students started a new school year virtually on Monday.
KindWorks Instrumental in Bringing Music to Children in Need in Potomac
They sat in a parking lot in Glen Echo making music with donated instruments while waiting for more to come in.
Churchill Students Win Congressional Art Awards
Two Churchill High School students were selected winners in Maryland’s 6th District Congressional Art Competition.
Toy Castle to Close in Potomac
Popular toy store closes after 40-plus years.
Another kingdom has fallen because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Montgomery County Private Schools Free to Open
Decisions and models vary from school to school.
After almost two weeks of policy twists and turns, private schools in Montgomery County can open the 2020-2021 School year either virtually or with in-person classes.
New Wayside Principal Inspired by Love of Learning
Holly Hill newly named to principal at Wayside.
A lifelong love of learning led Holly Hill, newly named principal at Wayside Elementary School, to become a teacher and stay in education as a career.
Church Damaged By Flood in Potomac
Historic Scotland AME Zion Church hopes to rebuild for the future.
Driving by Scotland AME Zion Church on Seven Locks Road, the building looks pretty much the same as it has for the last 50 years.
Meetings Move Outside in Time of Covid-19 in Potomac
Potomac Elementary School PTA meets to end one year, and to begin another.
As if anyone needs to be reminded that times are different, consider the Potomac Elementary School PTA meeting Thursday.
Montgomery County Public Schools Plans for Fall Opening
Published draft subject to review
Montgomery County Public Schools announced Saturday a plan for reopening schools this fall.
Volunteers Work to Clean Trash Along C&O Canal
Potomac resident Allen Gorrelick runs along the path above the C&O Canal near Angler’s Inn about three times a week.
Potomac Community Village Celebrates Eight Years
Potomac Community Village marked its 8th birthday June 23 and threw a party to celebrate.