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Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel in its final weeks of operation at Wheaton Regional Park

October 18, 2024

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks’ historic Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel will provide its last ride at Wheaton Regional Park on Sunday, October 27, 2024. After that, the carousel, which has thrilled thousands of children, will be refurbished and relocated to its new home in Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park in Clarksburg. Tickets are still available for a nostalgic ride on the carved wooden horses. 

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Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County Announces Events for May

May 02, 2025

RIVERDALE, Md. – Get out and get active this May with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County. From art and cultural celebrations to fitness programs, there’s something for the entire family to enjoy all month long. Mark your…

M-NCPPC Neighborhood Planning Academy Spring 2025 Cohort

May 01, 2025

M-NCPPC Prince George's County Planning Department hosted a graduation ceremony to celebrate the Spring 2025 Cohortof the Neighborhood Planning Academy on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters. Read more ...

Montgomery Parks announces expansion of solar energy initiative to support a greener future

April 21, 2025

WHEATON, Md—Montgomery Parks is expanding its solar initiative, with a goal of doubling the park system’s solar energy production over the next five years. The initiative reflects the agency’s commitment to environmental sustainability, operational efficiency, and clean energy leadership in…