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Montgomery County Maryland sent this bulletin at 03/03/2026 04:00 PM EST

| March 2026

Director Gabe Albornoz Talks Return to MoCoRec on Inside Recreation Podcast
Fun Continues with Out-of-School Programming This Month
Make an Impact This Summer with Montgomery County Recreation
Donate Your Dresses and Suits for the Prom Couture Closet Giveaway Event
ICYMI: Water Safety Poster Contest Deadline March 15
Spring Program Registration Underway
Upcoming Events with Montgomery County Recreation

Watch The Rec Insider on YouTube

Want a quick recap of everything that's happening with Montgomery County Recreation this month? Watch the March edition of The Rec Insider on our YouTube channel!

Director Gabe Albornoz Talks Return to MoCoRec on Inside Recreation Podcast

In December, Director Gabe Albornoz returned to Montgomery County Recreation after previously serving as director from 2007 to 2018, and most recently serving on the Montgomery County Council since 2018.

Director Albornoz recently joined us on the Inside Recreation podcast to talk about his journey back to Montgomery County Recreation, as well as his experiences serving on the Council, growing up in Montgomery County and his big plans for the future of the department!

Listen to this episode of Inside Recreation now on most major streaming platforms including Buzzsprout, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart. You can also watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

Fun Continues with Out-of-School Programming This Month

Enriching fun doesn't have to stop outside of the classroom! Montgomery County Recreation has a number of out-of-school activities for students.

Our next Kids Day Out, for elementary school students ages 6-11, is on Friday, March 20 and is planned with an emphasis on kid-friendly, healthy recreation. The cost of the program is just $25 for each session, but you must register in advance and students should make sure to bring lunch for the day.

Below are available openings for Kids Day Out on March 20.

We will also have a Therapeutic Recreation Teens Day Out on March 20 at Bauer Drive CRC.

And the fun isn't just for kids! High school aged youth are invited to join MoCoRec for our next Teens Night Out event on March 20 at Long Branch CRC from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for an exhilarating Escape Room! Work together with friends and put your problem-solving skills to the test to crack codes, solve puzzles and race against the clock in this thrilling adventure.

Registration for these programs is available at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org, but space is limited. For more information or help with registration, contact the customer service team at 240-777-6840.

Make an Impact This Summer with Montgomery County Recreation

Winter is coming to a close and that means summer camps are right around the corner. We're looking for enthusiastic individuals passionate about recreation and service to join our team!

From camp counselors to lifeguards and more, make a difference in our community and provide campers with positive memories and experiences that will last a lifetime. Check out available openings:

The part-time/seasonal pay begins at $17.65 an hour and increases based on experience. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age at the start of camps (lifeguards must be at least 15). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

As a condition of employment, applicants will be required to pass a criminal background investigation. The investigation will include state, federal and sex offender background checks.

Donate Your Dresses and Suits for the Prom Couture Closet Giveaway Event

We've added two additional special collections this month for our Prom Couture Closet giveaway event! The collections will take place on Saturday, March 7 at Germantown Community Recreation Center and Saturday, March 21 at Jane E. Lawton Community Recreation Center, both from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

We are accepting new and/or gently used dresses, suits, shoes and accessories to help make the dream of attending prom a reality for County high school students.

Donations are also being accepted at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center through Saturday, March 21 during the center's hours:

Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Prom Couture Closet giveaway event will take place on Saturday, April 4 at Praisner CRC from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Any high school student with their school I.D. card will get to 'shop the racks' and select an outfit. Over the past four years, we've had hundreds of students attend this special event.

Watch our video feature highlighting last year's Prom Couture Closet on our YouTube channel.

ICYMI: Water Safety Poster Contest Deadline March 15

Calling young artists in grades K-12! Show off your creativity and help spread the message about the importance of water safety with the MoCoRec Water Safety Poster Contest.

Posters must be of original designs only (no copyrighted, stock or AI-generated content or images). Size of the poster must be between 8.5" x 11" to 11" x 17"

The top posters in each age group (Elementary, Middle and High School students) will be awarded:

First Place: Annual Pool Pass and poster displayed at our aquatic centers
Second Place: Youth 12-Admission Punch Pass
Third Place: Two free family admissions to any MoCoRec Aquatic Center

The deadline to submit your poster is Sunday, March 15! Learn more about the contest and submit your poster design here.

Spring Program Registration Underway

Registration for spring programs with Montgomery County Recreation is underway! From aquatics, sports, arts, therapeutic recreation, adult 55+ programming and more, there is a wide variety of programs and activities that promote an active, healthier lifestyle and are tailored to a variety of interests, skill levels and ages.

Applications are currently being accepted for Recreation's financial assistance program, Rec Assist, which provides County residents with $400 per eligible family member to use toward Recreation programs and activities.

Registration for 2026 summer camps is also underway at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org. Montgomery County Recreation camps offer a broad range of summer programs located across the County. View our digital guides for the full list of offerings. For more information about registration, visit the website or call our customer service team at 240-777-6840.

And mark your calendars for upcoming registration dates for Montgomery County Recreation programs and activities:

Summer - May 12 (Programs Viewable Online May 1)
Fall - Aug. 11 (Programs Viewable Online July 31)
Winter - Nov. 17 (Programs Viewable Online Nov. 6)

Upcoming Events with Montgomery County Recreation

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, March 7:
- Prom Couture Closet Donation Collection, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Germantown Community Recreation Center
- Therapeutic Recreation Swim Party, 6 - 8 p.m. at Germantown Indoor Swim Center
Monday, March 9: Countywide Recreation and Parks Advisory Board Meeting, 6:30 - 8 p.m. at 2425 Reedie Drive, 3rd Floor, Wheaton
Thursday, March 12: St. Patrick's Day Party, 1 - 3 p.m. at Holiday Park Senior Center
Saturday, March 14: Therapeutic Recreation Pie Day Celebration, 1 - 4 p.m. at Bauer Drive Community Recreation Center
Tuesday, March 17: Coffee With a Cop, 9:30 a.m. at Silver Spring Senior Center
Wednesday, March 18: Therapeutic Recreation Day Trip - Baltimore and Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Olney Manor Recreational Park
Thursday, March 19: Sports Advisory Committee Meeting, 6 - 8 p.m. at 2425 Reedie Drive, 10th Floor, Wheaton
Friday, March 20:
- Therapeutic Recreation Spring Madness Dance, 1 - 2:30 p.m. at White Oak Community Recreation Center
- Teens Night Out Escape Room, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Long Branch Community Recreation Center
Saturday, March 21:
- Prom Couture Closet Collection Donation, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Jane E. Lawton Community Recreation Center
- Casino Royale, Noon - 3 p.m. at Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation Center
Sunday, March 22: Middle School Silver Spring Madness, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center
Thursday, March 26: Game Night, 4 - 7 p.m. at Silver Spring Senior Center
Friday, March 27: Fashion Boot Camp Finale Show, 7 - 9 p.m. at East County Community Recreation Center
Saturday, March 28:
- Aquatic Egg Hunt for Individuals with Disabilities, 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Olney Swim Center
- Aquatic Egg Hunt, 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Olney Swim Center
Sunday, March 29:
- High School Silver Spring Madness, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center
- Aquatic Egg Hunt for Individuals with Disabilities, 10 - 11:30 a.m. at Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center
- Aquatic Egg Hunt, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center
Saturday, April 4: Prom Couture Closet Giveaway Event, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center

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