2024 Environmental and Climate Progress
Check out our Department of Environmental Protection’s 2024 Year in Review (short version and long version), showcasing DEP's work protecting the County’s air, water, and land. Some highlights to be especially proud of:
Montgomery County Public Libraries Partners with Washington Wizards for Winter Reading Challenge
Montgomery County Public Libraries, the Washington Wizards, and Friends of the Library Montgomery County invite readers up to age 18 to participate in the 2025 Winter Reading Challenge, which will run through March 16, 2025. As participants complete the reading challenges, they will earn exciting rewards and be entered to win grand prizes like a basket of goodies or tickets to a Washington Wizards game! To celebrate the kickoff of the Winter Reading Challenge, MCPL will host a Winter Reading Pep Rally on December 28. MCPL also will host a Winter Reading Marathon for adults aged 19 and older to encourage participants to read for 26.2 hours.
RecFit Free in 2025
Montgomery County Recreation’s RecFit passes will continue to be free for County residents in 2025! This provides access to fully equipped fitness rooms, open gym (drop-in) activities, and game rooms at any community recreation center during regularly scheduled hours.
Summer RISE Searching for 2025 Host Organizations
The Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Summer RISE (Reimagining an Innovative Student Experience) Program is seeking businesses, nonprofits, higher education institutions, and government agencies to host rising MCPS juniors and seniors during summer 2025. Summer RISE provides students with valuable opportunities to explore careers aligned with their interests, helping them make informed decisions about their college or career paths. Learn more about becoming a host organization.
A Reminder About Upcoming Property Tax Deadline
As the calendar year comes to a close, a reminder that the second installment of real property tax payments is due on December 31.
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