md: Online Workshops for Job Seekers in Montgomery County, MD - 06/05/21 12:26 PM
Online Workshops for Job Seekers in Montgomery County, MD
 
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) is offering free online workshops and one-on-one sessions geared toward assisting job seekers and entrepreneurs throughout June. All workshops are free and offered virtually. An internet connection and a device (such as a smartphone, tablet or computer) is required for participation.
The sessions will include the following:
Throughout June: Every Monday 9:30-11:30 a.m. H.I.R.E. (Helping Individuals Reach Employment) Sessions
Sign up to meet virtually/confidentially one-on-one with a career counselor for advice and assistance with job searches.
Register:
Monday, June 7: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/5140794 Monday, June 14: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/5140841 Monday, June 21: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/5140863 Monday, June 28: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/5142784 Monday, June 7, … (8 comments)

md: Continuing Face Cover Requirements, Montgomery County, MD - 05/20/21 02:57 PM
Continuing Face Cover Requirements, Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is reminding residents that Federal guidelines continue to require face coverings when traveling by public transportation. Local examples include County Ride On buses, Ride On extra, Flash, Metrobus, Metrorail and when taking taxis or on-demand car services. All MCDOT buses have a supply of face coverings for those who do not have their own. At this time, the Federal requirement is scheduled to remain in effect through Sept. 13.
New COVID-19 guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) relaxing mask requirements for vaccinated individuals does … (18 comments)

md: Free Groceries Distribution on Sunday, May 2nd in Silver Spring, MD - 04/30/21 11:54 AM
Free Groceries Distribution on Sunday, May 2nd in Silver Spring, MD
 
The Guru Nanak Foundation of America provides the distribution of free groceries every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 12917 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, Maryland 20904.
No ID is required.
This is a Montgomery County Food Council announcement.
 
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
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md: Free Produce on Saturday, May 1st, Montgomery County, MD - 04/30/21 11:05 AM
Free Produce on Saturday, May 1st, Montgomery County, MD
 
A drive through distribution of boxes of free produce is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 10 a.m. at the Montgomery Blair High School, 51 University Boulevard East, Silver Spring, Maryland 20901.
No ID is required.
These events take place every 1st and 3rd Saturday.
 
Please share this announcement with families who may be food insecure.
 
Lily flowered Tulips, Purple Dream, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USACanon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs … (7 comments)

md: Free Food Distributions, Sat., March 13th in Montgomery County, MD - 03/12/21 02:59 PM
Free Food Distributions, Sat., March 13th in Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery Food Council has announced several distributions of free food that will take place on Saturday, March 13, 2021. Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
 
 
 
Kentlands squirrel having lunch at our bird feeder.Photograph by Dolores Kelley … (8 comments)

md: Free Food Distributions, Thurs., March 11th in Montgomery County, MD - 03/10/21 10:10 AM
Free Food Distributions, Thurs., March 11th in Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council posted announcements of free food distributions that will take place on Thursday, March 11, 2021 in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure\
 
 
 
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md: Free Groceries, Sunday, March 7th in Montgomery County, MD - 03/05/21 10:28 AM
Free Groceries, Sunday, March 7th in Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council posted these announcement of free food distributions that will take place on Sunday, March 7, 2021.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 

 
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md: Free Groceries on Friday, March 5th in Montgomery County, MD - 03/04/21 09:15 AM
Free Groceries on Friday, March 5th in Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council has posted these notices for the distribution of free groceries on Friday, March 5, 2021.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
Programs like these have assisted over 100,000 residents of Montgomery County, Maryland.
 
 
 
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md: Free Groceries, Wed., March 3rd in Montgomery Village, MD - 03/02/21 06:56 AM
Free Groceries, Wed., March 3rd in Montgomery Village, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council has announced a distribution of free groceries to take place on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Watkins Mill Elementary School, 19001 Watkins Mill Road, Montgomery Village, Maryland 20886.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
 
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md: Free Food Distribution on Sunday, Feb. 28th, Montgomery County, MD - 02/25/21 11:36 AM
Free Food Distribution on Sunday, Feb. 28th, Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council posted these notices for the distribution of free food on Sunday, February, 28, 2021 in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
 

 
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md: Free Food Distribution on Saturday, Feb. 27th, Montgomery County, MD - 02/24/21 10:59 AM
Free Food Distribution on Saturday, Feb. 27th, Montgomery County, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council posted these announcements of free food distributions that will take place on Saturday, February 27, 2021.
Please Share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
 
 
 
Dahlia, National Capital Dahlia Society Show, Brookside Gardens,Wheaton, Maryland USA IMG 3021Canon PowerShot G11 CameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs … (9 comments)

md: Drive-Through Family Food Distribution on Fridays, Bethesda, MD - 02/24/21 08:50 AM
Drive-Through Family Food Distribution on Fridays, Bethesda, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council has posted an announcement for a drive-through family food distribution on Fridays in Bethesda, Maryland.
Please share this announcement with families who may be food insecure.
 
 
Orchids, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USA IMG 5918Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/3.5, 1/80 sec., ISO-80, 16 mm, No FlashPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs … (12 comments)

md: Free Groceries Distribution, Thurs., Feb. 25th in Gaithersburg, MD - 02/24/21 08:31 AM
Free Groceries Distribution, Thurs., Feb. 25th in Gaithersburg, MD
 
The Montgomery County Food Council has announced that free groceries will be distributed on Thursday, February 25, 2021 from noon to 1 p.m. at Lakeforest Mall, 701 Russell Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure. Programs like this have assisted over 100,000 residents of Montgomery County, Maryland.
 
 
Flame Lily, Gloriosa superba, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USA IMG 5926Canon PowerShot G11 Camera, f/4.5, 1/160 sec., ISO-125, 30 mm, No FlashPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs … (4 comments)

md: Free Groceries on Wednesday, February 24th in Gaithersburg, MD - 02/22/21 05:27 PM
Free Groceries on Wednesday, February 24th in Gaithersburg, MD
 
The Montgomery Council Food Council has announced a free groceries distribution that will take place on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the South Lake Elementary School, 18201 Contour Road, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
 
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md: Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Available in Montgomery County, MD - 02/22/21 10:33 AM
Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Available in Montgomery County, MD
 
COVID-19 has increased stresses for many people through increased social isolation, work changes and life disruptions. Major unfortunate consequences in Montgomery County have been increases in suicides and drug overdoses. Narcotics Anonymous (NA), a nonprofit, 12-step program, is helping residents for whom drugs have become a major problem and is available for others confronting drug addiction.
Traditionally, NA holds more than 60 on-site meetings each week throughout the County, but due to the COVID health crisis, meetings are currently being held virtually via Zoom.
NA is a free community resource, financially supported only by donations from … (10 comments)

md: Status of Affordable Housing Programs, Montgomery County, MD - 02/22/21 10:20 AM
Status of Affordable Housing Programs, Montgomery County, MD
 
Montgomery County’s Department of Housing and Community Affairs committed $58.9 million in Fiscal Year 2020 to reduce the housing cost burden of residents through a range of strategies that preserved and produced a significant amount of affordable housing. The County made the commitments in addition to leveraging $18.2 million of Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOTs) for affordable housing.
The County supported 6,367 affordable housing units through financing to establish long-term affordability, rental assistance to maintain affordability, support for home purchasing and maintenance and MPDU (moderately priced dwelling units) requirements.
“I am pleased that the County’s Department … (10 comments)

md: Sunday, February 21st Food Distribution in Silver Spring, MD - 02/20/21 10:08 AM
Sunday, February 21st Food Distribution in Silver Spring, MD
 
American Diversity Group is hosting a free food distribution on Sunday, February 21, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 12210 Plum Orchard Drive, Silver Spring, Maryland. 
The items include chicken, milk, eggs, fresh produce and non-perishables.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
Kentlands Winter Photowalk, Gaithersburg, Maryland USA Canon PowerShot G11 Camera Photograph by Roy Kelley Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs … (13 comments)

md: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, Montgomery County, MD - 02/20/21 08:27 AM
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, Montgomery County, MD
 
The Community Action Agency's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is now scheduling virtual appointments for the 2020 tax year. The VITA program provides FREE tax preparation services for Montgomery County residents with household incomes of $57,000 or less.
Call 240-777-1123 or click here to schedule an appointment.
This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement. Please share this information with those who may need assistance.
 
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md: Saturday, February 20th Food Distribution in Gaithersburg, MD - 02/19/21 10:18 AM
Saturday, February 20th Food Distribution in Gaithersburg, MD
 
A free food distribution is scheduled for this afternoon, February 20, 2021 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Islamic Center of Maryland, 19411 Woodfield Road, Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Please share this information with families who may be food insecure.
 
 
Pelargonium, Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA USACanon PowerShot G11 cameraPhotograph by Roy KelleyRoy and Dolores Kelley Photographs … (16 comments)

md: COVID-19 Vaccine Preregistration Urged in Montgomery County, MD - 02/14/21 05:13 PM
COVID-19 Vaccine Preregistration Urged in Montgomery County, MD
 
On Sunday, Chef Dolores and I received email notices advising of dates and times available for us to get our first Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations. We are now scheduled to receive our shots on Wednesday morning, February 17, 2021. You must preregister to receive these notices.
 
This is a Montgomery County, Maryland announcement:  The COVID-19 vaccine process is rapidly changing. The following is an update on the vaccination progress in Montgomery County:
Clinics operated by the DHHS (health department) have started vaccinating residents who are 75 and older (Priority Group 1B). The State has announced that … (19 comments)

 


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