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June 10th, 2022

Your Mid-County News For Aspen Hill, Bel Pre, Brookeville, Glenmont, Forest Glen, Kemp Mill, Kensington, Layhill, Olney, Sandy Spring, Upper Rock Creek, Wheaton

A Message from County Executive Marc Elrich

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich this week talks about how a variety of incidents—including one in Montgomery County this week—show that the nation has a wide mental health crisis that must be addressed. On a more positive note, he provides insight on how the biotech industry is so important to the County economy. He notes that COVID-19 cases are currently in slight decline. He offers details on the nine residents he has nominated to serve on the County’s first Police Accountability Board. And as summer approaches, the former elementary school teacher reminds parents that summer break is a great time to help struggling students catch up on their classes. Read more.

COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 Updates: Boosters Available for 5-11 Year Olds, Mulitple Testing Options Available, Continue Preventative Measures as COVID-19 Has Not Ended

COVID-19 booster shots for children ages 5-11 were recently approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and County-operated clinics are providing them for children who had their second dose at least five months ago. Read more.

Rental Assistance for County Residents

Eligible Montgomery County renters can soon apply for additional COVID-19 rent relief through the fourth phase of the County’s Rent Relief program, which provides financial assistance for tenants that have experienced a financial hardship due to the COVID-19 health crisis. Read more.

Inquilinos elegibles en el Condado de Montgomery pronto podrán aplicar para alivio en renta por el COVID-19 mediante la cuarta fase del programa de Alivio en Renta del Condado, que provee asistencia financiera para inquilinos que han experienciado problemas financieros durante la crisis de salud del COVID-19. Leer más.

Free At-home COVID-19 PCR Test Kits Available at Multiple Locations, But Which COVID-19 Test is Right for You?

Montgomery County residents have several ways to get tested for COVID-19. Read more here. In-person PCR testing continues at multiple sites throughout the community. A schedule of testing locations can be found at the County’s website.

Other County News

Taste of Wheaton Returns with Full Day of Food, Music and Activities on Sunday, June 12, in Downtown Wheaton

The Taste of Wheaton will return after a two-year hiatus with a full day of food, music and activities for all ages from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, June 12, at Marian Fryer Plaza in Downtown Wheaton. Rides and activities are free, with food and drinks available for purchase from local Wheaton restaurants. Read more.

Silver Spring Blues Week Returns as Free, Mostly In-Person, Event from June 8-18, Concluding with 13th Silver Spring Blues Festival

Silver Spring Blues Week will return as a mostly in-person, 10-day event from Wednesday, June 8, through Saturday, June 18, concluding with a star-filled lineup for the 13th Silver Spring Blues Festival on June 18. The event is presented by Silver Spring Town Center, Inc. Read more.

Diversity Night at Wheaton

JUNETEENTH JOURNEY TO FREEDOM -Saturday, June 18 2022 -10:00 AM - 10:00 PM -BlackRock Center for the Arts 12901 Town Commons Drive Germantown, MD 20874 - Click on the banner for more Click here for complete schedule of events

Free 4th of July Events!

‌ We look forward to see you! Click here to see more details and roads that will be closed during the activity at Albert Einstein High School on July 2nd, 2022. Click here to see map.

American Minority Veterans Research Project Presents

YOUR HEALTH IS YOUR WEALTH THROUGH DANCE! Free registration Here Prizes for the Dance Extravaganza for each Category: First Prize: $300 Second Prize: $200 Third Prize: $100

MCPS Middle Students Can Now Register for Fourth Year of Free ‘Montgomery Can Code Camp,’ which Kicks Off on July 11 Registration is now open for Montgomery County Public Schools middle school students interested in attending the fourth year of the unique and innovative “Montgomery Can Code Camp” this summer. The free virtual program is a public-private partnership formed by Montgomery College, Montgomery County Public Schools and the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation with Apple. It will offer an enriching and educational summer camp experience to learn computer coding. Read More

Mark your calendars! Help us plan for fast, reliable bus service on New Hampshire Avenue

Join us next week to learn more and provide input for better bus service in White Oak, Hillandale, Adelphi, and Takoma Park. Click for more details! Acompáñanos la próxima semana para obtener más información y brindar su opinión sobre como podemos mejorar el servicio de autobús en White Oak, Hillandale, Adelphi y Takoma Park. Click para registrarse y recibir dirección para reunión en línea

Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is Accepting Applications Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), is NOW available to provide funds to assist low income households pay past due water/sewer bills! Funds are limited. Apply today at: http://dhs.maryland.gov/ohep Click below on flyers to retrieve forms

WHEATON NEW MURAL

Visit The Art and Walkability Project's Website to see the three designs and send in your comments!

Community invited to attend Wheaton Downtown Study open house on June 14 Montgomery Planning will provide background on the study, and initial strategies to advance the vision of the 2012 Wheaton CBD and Vicinity Sector Plan   WHEATON, MD – The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, will hold a community open house for the Wheaton Downtown Study on June 14, 2022 (4 – 7:00 p.m.) at M-NCPPC’s Wheaton Headquarters Auditorium (2425 Reedie Drive, Floor 2, Wheaton, MD 20902). At the open house, Montgomery Planning staff will provide an overview of the purpose of the study, discuss strengths, opportunities and challenges within the Wheaton Central Business District, and present initial strategies to further the implementation of the 2012 Wheaton CBD and Vicinity Sector Plan. The open house is in-person only and the presentation will be made available on demand.   Interested parties are encouraged to RSVP, but it is not required.

Jazz Academy of Music Jam Camp

2021-2022 Neighborhood Events Matching Fund Grant Program! Click on image below for the full application and more information. For questions and to submit the application, email jake.adler@montgomerycountymd.gov

FREE Consultations for your immigration case Click on banners for more

Job Opportunities

To see all available jobs go to Montgomery County Website.

Three County Departments to Cohost ‘CDL Job Fair’ on Saturday, June 11

A job fair for holders of Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL licenses) and for individuals who would like to pursue earning a CDL license to get jobs with Montgomery County will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, June 11, at the County Executive Office Building in Rockville. The job fair will offer details on CDL-related jobs, and other positions, with the County’s Department of Transportation, the Department of Alcohol Beverage Services and the Department of General Services. Read more.

Our Community: Together & Connected

Click the banner above to check out the latest from the Wheaton and Kensington Chamber of Commerce Newsletter!

To check out the latest from Explore Kensington, click the banner above.

2022 Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival Poster Contest  Winner is K.S. Brenowitz of Silver Spring The sixth annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival poster will be based on the design submitted by K.S. Brenowitz, a Silver Spring resident and graphic artist. The contest was open to all residents of Montgomery County. Following their selection, Brenowitz worked with Wheaton Art Parade designer Josue Martinez of Corinto Gallery to apply the original design to the poster and for use on other promotional materials, including the T-shirt, for the event that will be held on Sunday, Sept. 25, in Downtown Wheaton. Read More

League of Women Voters Primary Election Voters' Guide 2022 is Available!

The League of Women Voters of Mo Co’s Voters’ Guide has candidate responses to questions asked by the non-partisan League. Use it to assist you in your decision-making process as you prepare to vote your mail-in ballot (if you applied for one), or at Early Voting Centers from July 7 to 14, or on Primary Election Day, July 19. Four ways to get the Voters’ Guide: 1. Online at VOTE411.org – enter your address to see the candidates on your ballot and compare the their responses to our questions in English and Spanish. 2. On paper - distributed to Montgomery County facilities such as libraries, senior and community centers the week of June 13. This English version is shorter, due to space limitations. 3. On our website, lwvmocomd.org - printable Voters' Guide in English and Spanish in PDF format. 4. In El Tiempo Latino newspapers – Spanish version as an insert on June 17. Voting Questions: Contact our VOTER HOTLINE, June 20 to July 19, 301-984-9585.

Volunteer Opportunities The county is coordinating volunteer opportunities through the Montgomery County Volunteer Center.   At the link above, learn what volunteer opportunities there are for non-medical volunteers. Register if you're an organization that needs volunteers, and get useful guidance.

Luisa F. Cardona Director MID-COUNTY REGIONAL SERVICE CENTER Visit our website

Mid-County Regional Office,     a service of Montgomery County Government  located at: 2425 Reedie Drive, 2nd Floor, Wheaton, MD 20902 Marc Elrich Montgomery County Executive    Stay Connected! There is a lot going on in Mid-County so I hope you are staying connected. Please forward this email to others who may benefit.