 This week, County Executive Marc Elrich reiterates the County's commitment to protecting residents from anti-semitism and other forms of hate crimes in the wake of this week's tragedy at the Capital Jewish Museum. He reflects on the County Council's adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget, which continues to focus on funding for schools, public safety and important human services. Elrich highlights recent economic development wins for Montgomery County and reminds everyone about the upcoming Memorial Day weekend and all of the great events and activities going on in the community.
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 The Montgomery County Government and programs that impact County residents will have holiday schedules and program changes for the observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 26.
- County offices—Closed.
- MC 311— Closed.
- State offices and courts—Closed.
- State Motor Vehicle Administration offices and Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program stations—Closed.
- Libraries— Closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26
- Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS)—All stores open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Department of Permitting Services—Closed.
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Ride On—Will operate on Sunday schedule.
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Ride On extRa Pink and Lime- Will operate on a Sunday schedule.
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Ride On extRa (Route 101) and Flex bus service – Not in service. Ride On Flash bus service - Will operate on a Weekend/Holiday schedule (Orange Route only). The Blue Route (typically, weekday only) will not be in service.
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Ride On Flex and Ride On extRa – Not in service.
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Flash—will operate on the Weekends and Holidays schedule for the Orange Route. The Blue Route (normally weekday only) will not be in service.
- MARC Train—No service.
- TRiPS Silver Spring commuter store—Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- TRiPS mobile commuter store—Closed.
- Metrorail—Will operate on a Sunday Holiday schedule with trains running from 7 a.m. to midnight.
- Metrobus—Will operate on a Sunday service schedule.
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Public parking garages, lots, and curbside meters are free.
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County-provided trash and recycling collections—No collections on Monday, May 26. The remainder of the week will slide one day, with the final collections on Saturday, May 31.
- Shady Grove Transfer Station and Recycling Center—The entire facility is closed.
- Outdoor Pools—Open.
- Community Recreation, Senior, and Indoor Aquatic Centers—Closed.
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For Montgomery Parks information, visit montgomeryparks.org.
 Montgomery County is seeking nominations for its African American Living Legends Awards, which recognize residents age 75 and older who have dedicated their lives to service, advocacy and selfless acts of kindness to their community. Nominations are due by June 1. The awards will be presented during the County’s 28th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, which will be held at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. This year’s theme is “Juneteenth: Pushing Back...the Fight for Freedom Is Not Over.”
 The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) and Manna Food Center are asking Montgomery County residents to help fight hunger in Montgomery County. The annual Ride On Food Drive will take place from Sunday, May 25, to Saturday, May 31. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off on all Ride On, extRa, Flex and Flash buses. Riders who donate food will have their bus fare waived.
 As Memorial Day weekend nears, some Montgomery County homeowners prepare their backyard pools for the summer swim season while others consider adding a pool to their property. The newest Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) episode “Pools, Permits and Safety,” focuses on permits for residential swimming pools and what to know about pool barriers for safety.
County residents excited to hit the pool outside as the weather heats up will not have to wait much longer as Montgomery County Recreation’s outdoor pool pre-season will begin on Saturday, May 24, at noon.
Visit Montgomery has plenty of ideas for enjoying Memorial Day weekend and summertime in Montgomery County.
Memorial Day Weekend: We've gathered fun events and ideas for things to do with family and friends during Memorial Day Weekend. Pools are opening, summer concerts are going to get into full swing and more. There's the Hometown Holidays Music Fest in Rockville and Flags for Our Heroes in Gaithersburg.
 World Pride 2025 is in full swing, and the Pike District is proud to join the global celebration by giving residents the chance to experience a night of extraordinary music and community! One lucky winner will win two tickets to attend the International Pride Orchestra and the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, D.C. on Thursday, June 5 at The Music Center at Strathmore.
The Montgomery County Commission for Women (CFW) has announced the winners of its eighth annual “Girl Power Contest,” held in celebration of Women’s History Month. Victoria Lever, Federica Albanese, Ansuya Bisbey and Natalie Jean were selected as first-place winners in the elementary, middle, high school and adult categories.
 Montgomery County’s African American Health Program (AAHP), in partnership with local organizations and sponsors, will host its 11th Annual AAHP Community Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, at the Bioscience Education Center of the Montgomery College—Germantown Campus, located at 20200 Observation Dr. in Germantown.
 Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) will launch its annual Summer Reading Challenge on Saturday, June 14, inviting children, teens and adults to “Color Our World” through books, music, theater and art. The program will run through Sunday, Aug. 31, offering opportunities for all ages to engage in reading and creative activities that celebrate imagination and self-expression.
Montgomery County’s Aging and Disability Services—part of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)—in partnership with Montgomery County Recreation, will host a community celebration to mark “Older Americans Month” from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Friday, May 30, at the White Oak Community Recreation Center, located at 1700 April Lane in Silver Spring. The free event is open to residents ages 55 and over and will feature fitness demonstrations, music, caregiver resources, informational vendor tables and giveaways.
Wheaton's signature event, attracting thousands of attendees to downtown Wheaton, is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 1 at the Marian Fryer Town Plaza. The event is free to attend and will take place rain or shine. Come get a "taste" of all Wheaton has to offer. Enjoy delicious food from diverse ethnic restaurants, live entertainment and dance from local performers, local artisans and business vendors and art activities, face painting and balloon animals for the kids.
 Montgomery County's Bethesda–Chevy Chase Regional Services is partnering with KID Museum to present the "Invent the Future Expo" family event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 1. Hosted at KID Museum—a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to building STEM and creative problem-solving skills through hands-on learning experiences—the event will offer free indoor and outdoor activities, including free admission to the museum.
 Experience the Wheaton Triangle like never before on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1. Montgomery Planning and the Wheaton Urban District teamed up for Wheels in Wheaton, a free and interactive two-day placemaking event in downtown Wheaton, showcasing how areas within urban centers can be transformed into more vibrant and entertaining public gathering spaces.
 Join Montgomery Parks and the Friends of Brookside Gardens on Tuesday evenings in June for the free Summer Twilight Concert series, featuring artists from a variety of genres. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets to enjoy a picnic or purchase food from a food truck.
 The Office of Food Systems Resilience (OFSR) is launching a three-part strategy to boost food recovery and better serve the more than 106,000 residents who rely on food assistance each month. With over $3 million invested in the past decade, the County is now strengthening its food recovery network by improving infrastructure, supporting operational costs and streamlining coordination among partners.
 Montgomery County's Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is launching the 'Ride On Reimagined Service and Implementation Plan' on June 29. This update includes new routes, streamlined Metro connections and timing adjustments. Check out the changes and new schedules at RideOnBus.com starting June 15.
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