Monday, August 27, 2018

Holiday Schedule For Labor Day

Here's the holiday schedule for Labor Day on Monday, September 3:


  • County Offices – closed; 
  • Libraries – closed; 
  • DLC Liquor & Wine Stores – all stores will be open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.;
  • Recreation – Bethesda, Germantown, Western County, Wheaton/Glenmont and MLK outdoor pools will be open from noon to 6 p.m. Olney Indoor Swim Center will be open normal hours. All other indoor aquatic facilities and the Long Branch and Upper County outdoor pools will be closed. Recreation centers, senior centers and administrative offices will be closed.
  • Montgomery Parks - for special programs, events and operating schedule, including Brookside Gardens, ice rinks and tennis centers, visit www.MontgomeryParks.org;
  • Ride On – Sunday Schedule; 
  • Metrorail – Information available at www.wmata.com;
  • Metrobus – Information available at www.wmata.com;
  • TRiPS Commuter Store at Silver Spring Transit Center – open;
  • TRiPS Mobile Commuter Store – closed; 
  • County-provided refuse/recycling pickup – no collection. The collection will slide by one day. For information on the slide schedule go to montgomerycountymd.gov/sws/holidays/;
  • The Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station – closed;
  • Parking at public garages, lots, curbside meters – free;
  • State offices and courts – closed.

Wednesday, August 8, 2018

Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

Mark your calendar for the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair on Friday, August 10 through Saturday, August 18 at the fairgrounds located at 501 Perry Parkway in Gaithersburg. This showcase of farm life in Montgomery County features live animals, carnival rides, a variety of entertainment, food and fun activities for all ages. Kids especially enjoy the opportunity to see all kinds of farm animals up close, including prize-winning goats, sheep, pigs, dairy cattle and horses. Live entertainment includes monster trucks, demolition derby and much more. You can also purchase home-made items including clothing, canned goods, baked goods and vegetables from local farmers and enjoy arts and crafts exhibits. Learn more about the fair and the daily events schedule here.