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Our Power, Our Planet
April 7, 2025
WHEATON, Md.— Every day is Earth Day at Montgomery Parks, but in April we invite everyone to get involved. Sign up to volunteer for a park cleanup or weed warrior event, spruce up your garden with purchases from our native plant sales, or participate in one of our special Earth Month programs. Happy Earth Month!
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Montgomery Parks announces expansion of solar energy initiative to support a greener future
April 21, 2025WHEATON, 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…
Montgomery Parks receives $5 million in funding from the state of Maryland for significant park improvement projects
April 18, 2025WHEATON, Md. — Montgomery Parks received $5 million in capital funding for five park projects from the state of Maryland during the 2025 legislative session. The department will use the funding to renovate parks and playgrounds in various legislative districts…
Montgomery Parks announces new art installation at Gene Lynch Urban Park
April 08, 2025WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks announces a new, permanent art installation, Synesthesia, located in downtown Silver Spring at Gene Lynch Urban Park. Synesthesia, by Baltimore-based artist Becky Borlan, is a sculpture featuring a series of stainless-steel framed, glass panels that include…
