Don't get left out in the cold! Join us at our summer camp fairs on Saturday, Jan. 10 at Germantown Community Recreation Center and Sunday, Jan. 11 at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center from 1 - 4 p.m.

At the fairs, families can meet with recreation staff and talk to instructors to learn more about summer camp offerings. You will also be able to apply on site for Rec Assist, the Department's financial assistance program. With crafts, games, snacks and more, there will be something for the whole family to enjoy! 

And make sure to mark your calendar. Registration for summer camps begins Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 6:30 a.m. for County residents. Registration will be available online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org. The administrative office, located at 2425 Reedie Drive, 10th floor, will also open at 6:30 a.m. for in-person registration assistance. 

Explore the digital program GUIDE NOW and add items to your Wishlist to be prepared ahead of registration day.

We are currently accepting applications for 2026 Rec Assist, the Department’s financial assistance program. Rec Assist provides County residents who receive eligible public assistance an opportunity to receive a $400 scholarship to use toward most activities and memberships.

County residents who receive public assistance from any of these programs are eligible for Rec Assist:

• Care for Kids
• Free and Reduced-Price Meal Services (FARMS)
• Heat and Eat (H-EAT)
• Housing Assistance from a Shelter
• Maryland Energy Assistance
• Maryland Medicaid
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Supplemental Social Security Income
• Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)
• WIC 

Any student who attends a Montgomery County Public School participating in Community Eligibility Provision is eligible for Rec Assist. Proof of enrollment must be provided.

Once approved, each eligible family member will receive $400 placed on the qualifying individual’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account for use. Rec Assist 2026 funds are available for use through Dec. 31 or until the funds are depleted. Funds are available on a first come, first served basis.  

Rec Assist applications are accepted online, by mail to Montgomery County Recreation, Attention Rec Assist, 2425 Reedie Drive, 10th Floor, Wheaton, MD, 20902 or can be dropped off at that same address Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Once your application is approved, the amount of eligible assistance will be placed on your ActiveMONTGOMERY account within 10 business days. 

For more information or to apply online, visit mocorec.com/recassist. 

Are you a middle school or high school student interested in modeling and performing? Showcase your talents in the tenth season of Fashion Boot Camp!

The program combines fashion, music and performing arts together into one unique experience! Over the course of the 10-week program, participants learn how to walk the runway in preparation for a showcase event which allows participants to show what they have learned to a crowd of family and friends. 

Fashion Boot Camp will meet on Fridays at East County Recreation Center from 7 to 9:30 p.m., starting Friday, Jan. 23, and will culminate with the finale performance on Friday, March 27. A parent/guardian of participants must attend the general interest meeting on Friday, Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m.

Register today through ActiveMONTGOMERY as space is limited.

We have a lot of great events planned at our Montgomery County Recreation centers! Make sure to check out the full calendar on our website.

• Saturday, Jan. 10: Summer Camp Fair, 1 - 4 p.m. at Germantown Community Recreation Center
• Sunday, Jan. 11: Summer Camp Fair, 1 - 4 p.m. at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center
• Monday, Jan. 12: Countywide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Meeting, 6:30 - 8 p.m. at 2425 Reedie Drive, 3rd floor, Wheaton
• Thursday, Jan. 15:
  • New Year, New You Seniors Gala, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center
  • Sports Advisory Committee, 6 - 8 p.m. at 2425 Reedie Drive, 10th floor, Wheaton
• Friday, Jan. 16:
  • Down County Fitness Day, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at White Oak Senior Center
  • Teens Night Out - Game Truck, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Plum Gar Community Recreation Center
• Tuesday, Jan. 20: Summer Camp Registration Begins at 6:30 a.m. for County Residents
• Wednesday, Jan. 21:
  • Rummikub Tournament, 10 a.m. - Noon at Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center
  • Senior 55+ Health Fair, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Mid-County Community Recreation Center
• Friday, Jan. 23: Fashion Boot Camp Information Session, 6:30 p.m. at East County Community Recreation Center
• Friday, Jan. 30: Teens Night Out - Escape Room, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Long Branch Community Recreation Center
• Friday, Feb. 6: Valentine's Day Family Ice Skating Night, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at White Oak Community Recreation Center