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🧑Grateful. Thankful. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Thanksgiving filled with peace, love, and gratitude. 🧑🍁

#Thankful #Gratitude #mocomd #montgomerycountymd #HappyThanksgiving

26.11.2025 18:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#midweekmotivation #beintheknow #mocomd #montgomerycountymd

26.11.2025 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 26, In Montgomery County Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.

It’s Wednesday, Nov. 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4rkXTrh

26.11.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#MCDOT, #mcpnews , and #ABSMoCo are warning residents ahead of the #Thanksgiving holiday to plan their night & not drive if they choose to celebrate with alcohol🍻, cannabis🚬, or are taking prescription drugsπŸ’Šwhile consuming alcohol. ▢️https://ow.ly/6U4650Xye9X #mdroads #impaireddriving WRAP

26.11.2025 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Oh my gosh, this Thursday is Thanksgiving already! πŸ¦ƒ 🀯
Here's a list of what's going to be open and closed around the county on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, Nov 28, 2025. Have fun, be safe!
Here's the press release for more info: ow.ly/SgxY50Xxbbb

26.11.2025 18:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 24, In Montgomery County Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.

It’s Monday, Nov. 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4rhiBZl

24.11.2025 15:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🎊 Check out @mymcmedia.bsky.social Holiday Market Guide!

❄️ The holiday season is rolling in, and Montgomery County is lighting up with festive markets, local makers, and cozy community traditions! ✨ Shop local, explore something new, and soak in the magic of the holidays in Montgomery County.

24.11.2025 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨REMINDER- Monday, November 24, and Tuesday, November 25, are early-release (half) days for Montgomery County Public Schools students. Please plan accordingly and stay safe during dismissal times.

24.11.2025 16:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ…ΏοΈ Free parking in all County garages & lots in Bethesda, Silver Spring & Wheaton on Nov. 29 and Dec. 20, two of the busiest shopping days of the year!

Shop local & support MoCo businesses ❀️

Meters still apply.
ow.ly/mLzQ50Xuh36

@mcdotnow.bsky.social

23.11.2025 20:07 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What a day in Downtown Silver Spring! πŸŽ‰

A great crowd came out for today’s Thanksgiving Parade πŸ¦ƒ, kicking off the County’s 250th anniversary celebrations in style! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽˆ

Thank you to everyone who marched, volunteered, and cheered along the route!

What was your favorite part?

22.11.2025 23:44 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#midweekmotivation #beintheknow #mocomd #montgomerycountymd

19.11.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 19, In Montgomery County Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.

It’s Wednesday, Nov. 19, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/49omZ28

19.11.2025 15:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ₯ County Executive Marc Elrich will host his weekly media briefing today, Wed. Nov. 19 at 12:30 p.m.

This week’s focus: energy and environment, featuring Maryland Energy Administration Director Paul Pinsky and updates from DEP and MCPS.

ow.ly/CMNl50Xu7pP

19.11.2025 16:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join the Montgomery County Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation for a community town hall Sat, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. at Montgomery College - Silver Spring.

Topic: What does reconciliation mean to you?

Free & open to all! Register here: ow.ly/gacq50XtOu0

19.11.2025 16:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ₯³ Don’t miss the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade on Sat, Nov. 22 in Silver Spring! πŸŽ‰ Nearly 200 performers, dancers, bands, floats and more! Plus this year kicks off celebrations for MoCo’s 250th birthday.

Info: ow.ly/Ok0I50XrN8V

14.11.2025 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ§₯❄️ Please help keep MCPS PreK & Head Start students warm!
Donate new coats, hats, gloves, or boots (sizes 4–6).
πŸ“ Drop off: Rocking Horse Rd Center, 9–5, Mon–Fri
πŸ›’ Amazon Wish List: ow.ly/ywG950XikZt
πŸ“ž Info: Lisa Conlon, 240-550-2615

14.11.2025 16:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 13, In Montgomery County It's Thursday and here are five things to know in Montgomery County...

It’s Thursday, Nov. 13, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4p7NoWA

13.11.2025 13:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 ATTENTION MONTGOMERY!
πŸ“£ Register to vote & become an election worker:

πŸ—£ Multilingual Community Conversation
πŸ—“ Monday, November 17
πŸ•– 7PM-8:30PM
🏫 Chinese Culture and Community Service Center
πŸ“ 9318 Gaither Road, Gburg
ℹ️ montgomerycountymd.gov/OPI/budget-f...
#YourVoiceYourVote2026 πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

13.11.2025 18:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ A brand-new holiday adventure awaits! ✨

This season, step into Wonder Journey at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Nov 14, 2025 – Jan 1, 2026 πŸŽ„πŸŒŸ

www.luminocityfestival.com/events/fanta...

✨ Make this holiday one to rememberβ€”bring your family, your friends, and your sense of wonder.

13.11.2025 18:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£Don't miss your chance to shop the market! The Market closes for the season on November 22! See you this Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the corner of Rt. 28 and Monroe St. in the Jury Parking Lot. Bring your reusable bags!

www.rockvillemd.gov/Farmers

13.11.2025 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ”¬Exciting news! Registration for the 2026 Montgomery County Science Fair is NOW OPEN!

πŸ”—Register at: md-usmd03.zfairs.com/App?f=7dc7fb...

Get your projects ready and register today! 🧬
πŸ“© For questions send us a message here on facebook or email (fairdirector@sciencemontgomery.org)

11.11.2025 00:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“…βœ¨ Mark your calendar! πŸ¦ƒπŸŽ‰

The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade returns to Silver Spring on Saturday, Nov. 22 and you can't miss it.

πŸ•™ Hora: 10:00 a.m.
πŸ“ Kickoff: Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street
πŸ“ Final: Silver Spring Avenue

For more information:
silverspringdowntown.com/events/thank...

10.11.2025 23:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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5 Things to Know Today, Nov. 10, In Montgomery County Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.

It’s Monday, Nov. 10, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4ibpdo5

10.11.2025 15:22 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Montgomery County is here to help residents impacted by the federal government shutdown or SNAP benefit disruptions.

🍎 Find food assistance, support programs, and community resources at ow.ly/8JV350XpiHk

10.11.2025 23:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade in Downtown Silver Spring!

Join us Sat, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. for colorful floats, marching bands, dancers, and family fun at the DC area’s only Thanksgiving parade.

More from @VisitMoCo: https://ow.ly/winl50XowrT

07.11.2025 18:05 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸͺ–πŸŽ–οΈ Tomorrow is Veterans' Day! Here's a list of what's open and closed around the county on November 11, 2025. Have fun, be safe!

Here's a link to the press release for more info: www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapp...

10.11.2025 23:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic honoring Veterans Day with the text: β€œThank You Veterans β€” Honoring All Who Served. Veterans Day, Nov. 11.” The design features white silhouettes of service members, ships, planes, and helicopters on a dark blue background patterned with stars. Red and white stripes frame the corners, and the Montgomery County, Maryland seal appears at the bottom center.

Graphic honoring Veterans Day with the text: β€œThank You Veterans β€” Honoring All Who Served. Veterans Day, Nov. 11.” The design features white silhouettes of service members, ships, planes, and helicopters on a dark blue background patterned with stars. Red and white stripes frame the corners, and the Montgomery County, Maryland seal appears at the bottom center.

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ This Veterans Day (Tuesday, Nov. 11), Montgomery County honors all who have served our nation with courage and dedication.

County offices and most services will be closed in observance of the holiday. Recreation and aquatic centers will remain open.

https://ow.ly/fFMB50XovS9

07.11.2025 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happening Tonight! The Montgomery County Council’s annual Youth Town Hall is happening TODAY at the Council Office Building in Rockville!
πŸ—“οΈ When: Today, Nov. 5 at 7 PM
πŸ“Where: 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD
πŸ‘€Who: Open to all students

05.11.2025 22:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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❄️ WINTER IS COMING: Get ready to plan your winter fun! Registration for #MoCoRec’s winter programs will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 18.

πŸ•‘ 6:30 a.m. – Most programs, classes and activities
πŸ•˜ 9 a.m. – All senior programs

Visit mocorec.com for the latest updates on winter registration.

05.11.2025 22:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌟 Join the Community for the 2025 Talbot Avenue Bridge Lantern Walk! 🌟 πŸ•―οΈ When: Saturday, November 8, 2025-Gather: 5:00–5:15 PM πŸ“ Where: Rosemary Hills Elementary School parking lot 2111 Porter Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910 πŸ‘‰πŸΎ

Learn more and RSVP:

talbotavenuebridge.org/lanternwalk/

05.11.2025 21:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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