Brookside Gardens Children’s Day returns September 19 with free activities and live entertainment

September 14, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks invites families to experience the wonders of nature during Children’s Day at Brookside Gardens on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of Brookside Gardens, the free annual event offers hands-on activities and live entertainment designed to inspire children and their families.

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Montgomery Planning receives $100,000 state grant to advance streetscape improvements in Damascus

September 11, 2026

WHEATON, Md. – The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC),has been awarded a $100,000 Maryland Department of General Services FY27 Capital Grant to develop a streetscape improvement plan for downtown Damascus, a…

Montgomery Parks seeks input on new Athletic Field Amenity Donation Policy

September 09, 2026

Wheaton, Md. – Montgomery Parks is seeking review and input for a new Athletic Field Amenity Donation Draft Policy that provides an avenue for individuals and groups to donate funds to improve Montgomery Parks’ athletic fields. The public may provide…

Montgomery Parks to open its newest park – Bottleworks Lane Park

September 08, 2026

Wheaton, Md. – Montgomery Parks will cut the ribbon on its newest park, Bottleworks Lane Park, on Friday, September 18, 2026. The celebration will take place from 5 – 7 p.m. at 1110 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, Md. 20910. There…