Pet of the Week: “Bryce is a sweet and affectionate Cavachon (half Bichon Frise and half Cavalier) that loves his human 1 year old sister.”

Sep 18, 2020 1:08 pm

“He enjoys long walks in Sligo Creek Park and playing with his neighborhood dog friends. He spends most of his days lounging around the house and looking out our big picture windows in back to “guard” his backyard.”

Fans Now Able to Attend Outdoor Performances with Restrictions

Sep 18, 2020 10:46 am

Fans of outdoor entertainment now will be able to attend performances under certain guidelines released yesterday by the county. Audiences will be limited to 50 attendees, who must buy tickets in advance and will have to maintain social distancing (at least six feet) from those who are not part of the same household.

Sections of Sligo Creek Parkway to be Closed Friday for Repairs

Sep 17, 2020 2:49 pm

Montgomery Parks will close two sections of Sligo Creek Parkway tomorrow, Sept. 18 to vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians from 8 a.m.–2 p.m. The sections are:
Parkway from Colesville Road to Wayne Avenue, and
Parkway from Kennebec Avenue to Maple Avenues.

Artists Call Issued for Let’s Promote The Vote Project

Sep 17, 2020 10:44 am

Let’s Promote The Vote has issued a call for artists to create works encouraging residents to get out and vote in the November election.

The project was launched by the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Public Arts Trust.

AHCMC is looking for up to 10 artists or designers for paid commissions of $1,500 to create temporary public murals in any media. The art is for display in traditionally marginalized/hard to count communities throughout the county.

Council Approves Youth Sports Funding, Introduces Bill to Change Business Fees

Sep 16, 2020 10:59 am

The County Council yesterday approved more than $1 million in two special appropriations to support area youth sports. In addition, two council members introduced a bill to lower annual license fees for county retailers and restaurant operators.

Ulta Beauty to Open September 29 at New Downtown Silver Spring Location

Sep 14, 2020 9:34 am

Ulta Beauty is set to open Tuesday, September 29 at its new location at 8510 Fenton Street, according to signage posted in windows at the new storefront. The space was previously home to City Sports and more recently, Arts on the Block.