As a US citizen you should be prepared to exercise your right to vote in the upcoming Primary and general elections. You may even be entitled to time off work to vote.  The Presidential and State Primary elections in Maryland are scheduled for May 14, 2024, and the General Election [...]

“Those who dwell, as scientists or laymen, among the beauties and mysteries of the earth, are never alone or weary of life.” – Rachel Carson   “Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in [...]

April 21 – 27 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week and is an opportunity to pause and reflect on all the volunteers who touch our lives. From our MCVFD firefighters to Jon Wolz our local C&O Canal Association volunteer guide, to your WUMCO volunteers and your volunteer Town Elected Officials, our [...]

Celebrate the Historic Medley District 50th Anniversary from 6 – 9:00 p.m. at Bally Cliff Farm on Thursday, May 9th, with a full dinner, beer and wine, and music by No Stop Light. "Barn Chic" attire is encouraged. Help HMD preserve our local history. Fundraiser tickets are available NOW [...]

The Capital Area Solar Switch program leverages the power of group buying, and the expertise of partner organizations to provide residents living around the DC area with the opportunity to learn about and install rooftop solar panels, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging stations for their homes.  The Montgomery County [...]

Stay Active – Community Activities The Town of Poolesville is looking for volunteers to fill two vacancies, one on the Planning Commission and another on the Board of Zoning Appeals. Applicants need to be residents of the Town for at least six (6) months and share a strong [...]

If you are looking for an opportunity to get outside and exercise, you don’t need to jog. Gardening is a great workout. What better way to celebrate Earth Month in April than getting your hands in the dirt?   If you are new to gardening, you can start small, using containers or pots. If you are an old hand, [...]

Experience our local history with the Boyds Historical Society at their open house at the Boyds Negro School on April 21st, between 2-4 PM.   This one-room historical school was the only public school that educated Black children in the surrounding area of Boyds from 1895-1936. It served grades first through [...]