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Looking Ahead to Fall Fun with Montgomery County Recreation

Montgomery County Maryland sent this bulletin at 08/01/2023 04:00 PM EDT

| August 2023

Fall Program Registration Begins Monday, Aug. 14

Montgomery County Recreation’s fall program registration will open at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 14, for County residents for most programs and activities! Registration for Bone Builders, Day Trippers and Senior Outdoor Adventures in Recreation (SOAR) will begin at 9 a.m.

Non-County residents will be able to register for Recreation’s programs beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16.

Programs will be viewable online Friday, Aug. 4. Residents can once again build their own Guide and a digital guide will also be available. While online registration is encouraged, registration will also be available by mail, drop-off or in-person.

For more information about registration, visit the website or call the customer service team at 240-777-6840.

Maryland Department of Aging Secretary Tours Holiday Park Senior Center

In July, Maryland Department of Aging Secretary Carmel Roques made a special visit to Holiday Park Senior Center where she got to participate in the Center’s social events and a Bone Builders demonstration.

Sec. Roques also participated in the senior lunch program and checked out the outdoor fitness equipment, which won the ‘Best in Category’ award in the Parks and Recreation category in the 2023 National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Awards.

Thank you to Secretary Roques for spending time at Holiday Park with our County staff and seniors!

County Residents Taking Advantage of Free RecFit Pass

Looking to get in shape? Get your FREE RecFit pass! The fitness pass is free for all Montgomery County residents through 2024.

We recently spoke with several County workout warriors who have utilized the free RecFit pass this year. Hear from them and learn about their experience visiting our facilities by watching the videos on YouTube.

To get your pass, residents must register in-person at any Montgomery County Community Recreation Center. Proof of residency (a valid photo ID with an address or a photo ID with a current utility bill) must be provided by County residents to receive the free pass.

Non-County residents can purchase a pass at a price of $20 for one month, $80 for six months and $150 for one year. Visit the website for more information.

Release the Hounds! Pooch Pool Party Returns Saturday, Aug. 26 and Sunday, Aug. 27

Get ready for a paw-some time at our annual summer Pooch Pool Party Saturday, Aug. 26 and Sunday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Upper County Outdoor Pool in Gaithersburg.

Bring your furry friend for some fun in the water! Pre-registration as well as written proof of current rabies vaccination is required for admission.

Check out photos from last year’s event.

Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center Update

Our team is working hard as we prepare to open the Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center (SSRAC). Visit our website to view a presentation of the new facility and complete the programming survey. The facility is scheduled to open in late 2023.

Meet our newly hired SSRAC team:

Christopher Carmichael - Recreation Specialist - Aquatics
Tony Chisley - Recreation Coordinator - Facilities
Beth Coffman - Recreation Specialist - Seniors
Blair Crossup - Recreation Specialist - Aquatics
Triston Harrison - Recreation Specialist - Facilities
Brian Lee - Recreation Specialist - Aquatics
Natalie Melara - Administrative Aide
Rasheim Smith - Recreation Specialist - Facilities
Angela Walker - Program Manager II

We’re still hiring for positions at the new facility including for Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, Pool Operator, Nutrition Coordinator and Center Front Desk Support Staff! Explore current positions available here. Please continue check the hiring portal for additional opportunities.

Visit the Department of General Services website for the latest project updates.

Rec Express’ Track and Field Team Races Past Competition

Montgomery County Recreation’s Express Track and Field team competed at the Mid-Atlantic Recreation Park Sports Alliance (MARPSA) Track and Field Meet, held at Quince Orchard High School. The 15 team members competed in a combined total of 41 events!

The events included the 100-meter dash, 1600-meter race, standing long jump, shot put, javelin and more. Four of our athletes won their individual events and nine finished their respective events in the top-three.

Leading up to this culminating event, 27 participants were a part of Montgomery County Recreation’s Spring Track and Field program. Congratulations to all of our Rec Express athletes!

Montgomery County Recreation is Hiring

Join our team! Share your passion and enthusiasm for recreation and make a difference by working for Montgomery County Recreation. Open positions, part and full-time, include:

Front Desk Attendant (Recreation Assistant V) – IRC59139
Lifeguard (Recreation Assistant III) – IRC53682
Recreation Specialist (Facilities) – IRC58200
Recreation Specialist (Countywide) – IRC57716
Swim Instructor (Recreation Assistant III) – IRC53686

Search and apply for all Recreation full-time and seasonal positions with the Montgomery County Government iRecruitment system.

To celebrate National Park and Recreation Month we put together a video highlighting the dedication of our seasonal employees! Watch it now on YouTube.

Upcoming Events with Montgomery County Recreation

We have a wide variety of events coming up! Make sure to check out the full calendar on our website.

Saturday, Aug. 5, Advance Your Professional Growth 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Wheaton Community Recreation Center
Saturday, Aug. 12, Bloom at Good Hope: An Evening of Urban Latin Music with Chris Urquiaga 5 – 6 p.m. at Good Hope Neighborhood Recreation Center
Monday, Aug. 14, Fall 2023 Registration Begins All day at activemontgomery.org
Monday, Aug. 14, 31st Annual VIP Day – A Special Day at the Fair 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Montgomery County Agricultural Fairgrounds
Saturday, Aug. 19, Back-to-School STEM Festival 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at East County Community Recreation Center
Saturday, Aug. 26, Pooch Pool Party 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Upper County Outdoor Pool
Sunday, Aug. 27, Pooch Pool Party 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Upper County Outdoor Pool
Monday, Sept. 4, Labor Day Administrative Offices, Community Recreation and Senior Centers are closed.
Saturday, Oct. 7, Family Paint and Sip 5 - 7 p.m. at Mid-County Community Recreation Center

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