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Visitors can request plant and gardening information from staff or attend a Montgomery County Master Gardener Plant Clinic.

Parks facilities announce operating hours for January 20, 2020.

Kate Tooke, Associate Principal at Sasaki Associates, Inc. presents latest research on January 17, 2020.

oth ice rinks have a great line up of discounted public skating sessions, sales in their pro shops, and fun programs.

Be prepared for cold temperatures, wind chill, snow and ice with these safety tips.

Park Police volunteers are a specially trained cohort helping to keep our trails, parks and recreational facilities safe. Are you looking to learn new skills while serving your community? If so, the Park Police Volunteer Program may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Whether you want to cozy up by the campfire, take a spin on the ice, or exercise indoors, Montgomery Parks offers a variety of seasonal activities during the winter break.

From candlelight to crafts, Woodlawn Manor is preparing to transport you back to the 1800s. Join us on December 14 for Yuletide Celebration and Family Day!

The meeting will take place on at 6:30 p.m. at the Seneca Store, 16315 Old River Road, Poolesville, MD 20837

This year, kick off the charitable giving season with Giving Tuesday and think of the Montgomery Parks Foundation.

Adam Ortiz, Director of the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection to shed light on future of environmental issues in the county on December 2, 2019.

Looking for something to do with out-of-town guests this holiday season?  A nature hike on these trails will have them never wanting to go home.

Gather your family and friends and experience your local parks this holiday weekend!

Brookside Gardens has transformed into a magical winter wonderland for the 22nd year of Garden of Lights. Twinkling lights and glimmering displays dot the paths and flowerbeds throughout the 50 acres in Wheaton, MD.

Ribbon cutting and activities will take place November 9, 2019, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Tim Marshall, principal of ETM Associates, LLC., will present on Wednesday, November 6, 2019.

On Sunday, November 10, in honor of Veterans Day, military personnel (veterans and active duty) and their families skate for free during public sessions at Wheaton Ice Arena and Cabin John Ice Rink.

A weekend of inspiring educational activities for all ages, including music and dancing at Oakley Cabin African American Museum & Park.

Garden honors plant collector and long-time volunteer Harry T. Dewey

Whether you prefer the tricks or the treats of the season, grab your favorite costume and mark your calendar, because Montgomery Parks has a full lineup of Halloween activities for all ages and interests.

The community is invited to the Seneca Store in Poolesville on October 19, 2019, for a ribbon-cutting and tours

Join Montgomery Parks and Nature on PBS for a Facebook Live segment about bald eagles and other keystone species. The segment will be recorded at Meadowside Nature Center and streamed live on the Nature | PBS Facebook page on Tuesday, October 15th at 11:30 a.m.

Montgomery Parks is conducting testing to ensure all water fixtures in parks meet the appropriate limit set by the Food and Drug Association.

Montgomery Parks’ Agricultural History Farm Park is teeming with excitement for the upcoming Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 5 from 11a-4p.

45 parks are now maintained without the use of conventional pesticides. Additional pesticide-free areas include all 273 playgrounds, lawn areas in local parks, and community gardens.