Marketing campaign underway to aid Fenton Village businesses
An ongoing marketing campaign is underway to raise awareness of the number and variety of businesses in Fenton Village, many of whom are being affected by projects in the area.
A Wider Circle to welcome Santa at its North Pole
Santa Claus will visit Silver Spring’s version of the North Pole at A Wider Circle this Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Councilmember Riemer elected council president
Photo courtesy Council President Riemer Councilmember Hans Riemer (D-At Large) has been unanimously elected as president of the County Council for a one-year term. Riemer, who previously served as vice president, succeeds Councilmember Roger Berliner (D-District 1). Traditionally, the vice president is elevated to the presidency after serving a one-year term. Riemer, who is entering his eighth year on the … Read More
Upcoming Events, Dec. 6-14
Illustration from FiveStone Church Wednesday, December 6 Planning Department Winter Speaker Series, “The Economic Future of the Suburbs: Infill, Commerce, Placemaking,” 8787 Georgia Ave., 6-7:30 p.m. “The Economic Future of the Suburbs: Infill, Commerce, Placemaking,” Session 1: Infill, Planning Headquarters, 8787 Georgia Ave., 6-7:30 p.m. “Poverty and Our Shared Humanity,” Dr. Mark Bergel, Founder, A Wider Circle, Silver Spring Civic Building, … Read More
Two new businesses under construction in Silver Spring
Two new businesses are under construction in downtown Silver Spring south of Wayne Avenue.
UP hosts benefit for Shepherd’s Table
More than 50 people attended a benefit for Shepherd’s Table Friday at UP—Healing, Wellness, Adventure, with contributions from vendor and ticket sales of more than $500 and counting going to the organization that serves the homeless.
PJ’s Coffee plans to open outlet on Georgia Avenue
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans plans to open an outlet on the ground floor of Core apartments at 8621 Georgia Ave., its first in Maryland.
UPDATED: Third dockless bikeshare company coming next week
A third dockless bikeshare company is scheduled to begin operating in a demonstration area beginning Dec. 7, according to a press release.