Montgomery Parks seeks photos for “Images of America” book for the commission’s 100th anniversary

June 30, 2026

Wheaton, Md. – Montgomery Parks is calling on residents, visitors, and park lovers to help celebrate a century of parks by sharing their favorite photos for a new “Images of America” book.
The book will commemorate the 100th anniversary of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) and tell the story of Montgomery Parks through photographs that capture the people, places, and moments that have shaped the park system over the last 100 years.

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Montgomery Parks closes select outdoor facilities due to Code Purple air quality conditions

July 17, 2026

Montgomery Parks is closing select outdoor facilities today because of Code Purple air quality conditions affecting the region. Closed facilities include: Read more about Montgomery Parks closes select outdoor facilities due to Code Purple air quality conditions

M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board Welcomes New Commissioner Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A.

July 07, 2026

LARGO, MD – The Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) welcomes Gloria Gary Lawlah, M.A. as a member of the five-member Planning Board. Appointed by Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy and confirmed by the Prince…

Unwind Outdoors with Montgomery Parks’ Sunset Yoga

July 06, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks invites the community to start the week with Sunset Yoga, a free beginner yoga class on the shores of Lake Needwood on Monday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m., starting on July 13. Mondays can be stressful and Sunset…