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Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
Maryland Ensemble Theatre will launch its 27th season with Kate Hamill's adaptation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility. This Sense and Sensibility brings a fresh, highly physical take on Jane Austen's classic. The Dashwood sisters, left penniless by their father's death, must navigate a world of gossip and societal demands while pursuing their own desires.
County pool goes to the dogs this weekend in Gaithersburg
Montgomery County’s outdoor pools are closing for the season, but a pool in Gaithersburg will open its waters for dogs to enjoy at its annual Pooch Pool Party this weekend. The party, hosted by Montgomery County Recreation, will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Upper County Outdoor pool at 8211 Emory Grove Road.
Pet Owners Warned To Keep Animals Away From Potomac River Due To Algae Mats
A new alert was issued by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources cautioning that the algae - which was collected from Williamsport to Riley Lock - could be harmful to animals if ingested. This week, a second advisory was issued for the Cumberland area. According to officials, "the algae has...
Maryland State Fair returns to Timonium with thrills for all ages
BALTIMORE -- There's a ride for everyone at the Maryland State Fair in Timonium. "It goes up and down and then up and down," 6-year-old Trevor Hornsby from Glen Burnie said. "It was a little bit fun and then it goes up and that was the scary part!" This year, you'll find five new exciting rides in Kiddie Land. "It was like I was flying on an airplane," said Hunter White, a 7-year-old from Parkville. At the state fair there's a chance for everyone to take home a prize. "I went to the water gun game where you have to shoot the water in a...
School district receives $4.5M in pre-K expansion grant
The Maryland State Department of Education has awarded Frederick County Public Schools a $4.5 million grant to expand pre-K programs. The grant would support 400 pre-K seats split between seven elementary schools and two primary schools in fiscal year 2025: * Ballenger Creek Elementary * Butterfly Ridge Elementary * Hillcrest Elementary * Lincoln Elementary * Valley Elementary * Walkersville ...
In 19 years, Rockville organization donates 200,000 bikes to developing communities in need
ROCKVILLE, Md. — When bike enthusiast Keith Oberg founded Rockville's Bikes for the World in 2005, he was in search of a practical way to put discarded and donated bikes to use. He settled on finding a way to help mostly rural people in developing nations empower themselves with cheap, carbon-free transportation.
2nd annual Black Frederick Festival coming to Carroll Creek
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — Vendors will fill up the Carroll Creek area Saturday for the second annual Black Frederick Festival. Organizers said they plan on bringing some new components to this year’s event. “We’ve been talking about this for a while because we are getting to bring our culture down on the creek,” […]
WSOC: Lackawanna Hosting Hagerstown To Start Season
SCRANTON, Pa. – Lackawanna College women's soccer will begin its 2024 campaign on Saturday, August 24th, as the Falcons host the Hagerstown CC Hawks at Schautz Stadium in Dunmore. Kickoff is set for 12:00pm ET. Admission is free to the public. The game will serve as the season-opener for both squads.
Bethesda Metro Station 40th Anniversary Celebration Takes Place This Sunday
The Bethesda Historical Society is celebrating Bethesda Metro Station’s 40th anniversary on Sunday, August 25th. “Join us noon – 2:00 p.m. on the Bethesda Metro Station Plaza for Bethesda history exhibits and more!” The event will feature “music, exhibits, and fun activities” with special remarks beginning at 12:15. It is one of the busiest suburban Metro stations, serving on average 9,142 passengers each weekday in 2017, according to a previous WMATA press release.
Goldsboro tween wins Miss Maryland Jr. Pre-Teen Queen
Brooklyn Angel Faith Robinson, daughter of Brittany Marshall of Goldsboro, was crowned 2024 National American Miss Maryland Jr. Pre-Teen Queen at the state pageant held Aug. 18 at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, Virginia. She received her official state crown, banner and trophy. She also received a special invitation to compete at the National Pageant held during Thanksgiving week in Orlando, Florida. At the pageant Aug. 18, Robinson won the...
Paint the Town Labor Day Show 2024
One of the DC region’s largest art shows–Montgomery Art Association’s Paint the Town Labor Day Show–is back August 31-September 2 at the historic Kensington Town Hall! Come see the exhibition and sale of artwork, and live art demos and music. Plus, experience a Plein Air art competition, where you’ll find dozens of artists painting and drawing views throughout the Town of Kensington. Here’s the full schedule of events and list of participating artists: montgomeryart.org/laborday.
Farmers in Maryland eligible for drought assistance
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Farmers in parts of Maryland who are facing drought conditions due to a lack of rain over the past summer are eligible for federal assistance. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the low-interest loans are available for farmers in Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard, Montgomery, and Washington counties.
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Park officials warn about harmful algae in two Montgomery County lakes
High levels of blue-green algae were found in Lake Needwood and Lake Frank in Rockville, and visitors of the lake are being asked to avoid contact with the water. Officials said the algae, when grown in large amounts, produces toxins that can be harmful to people and animals. [DC News Now]
100 years ago, Sharpsburg was invaded again — by 3,200 Marines and 100,000 spectators
It's been 162 years since the tranquil farmlands around Sharpsburg were invaded by two massive armies in a battle that had national and international consequences. But did you know there was another military exercise on the site of the Battle of Antietam in 1924? It was the year a force of U.S. Marines invaded...
St. Michaels artist brings community together through live painting
ST. MICHAELS — Sunday evening, between strokes of his brush, Michael Eline, a St.-Michaels-based artist, talks, laughs and encourages the attendees of his live painting event to assist in his portrait of a sunrise rising behind homes and trees. Eline has devoted his life to not only his paintings, but to bringing joy to people through live art events throughout the Eastern Shore. During these events, he encourages people to engage with art and watch the creation of portraits in real time. ...
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