So What Else - Wyaconda Warehouse Food Appointments
Food
Please book an appointment for this distribution with the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/weekdayfoodappt#/.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
4924 Wyaconda Road North Bethesda MD, 20852.
For more info visit www.signupgenius.com.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Board of Appeals Hearings
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Please check the Board of Appeals web link for current agendas and up to date information.
https://montgomerycountymd.gov/boa/meeting.html.
Event Information Email: boa@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: BOA Staff. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6600. Boards: Board of Appeals. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Davidson Memorial Hearing Room
100 Maryland Avenue, 2nd Floor
Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov.
AMBER Ready for Former Federal Employees
Montgomery County Business Center
The AMBER Ready program is a guided program for startup businesses in Montgomery County that includes a day of business development, followed by several weeks of follow-up virtual coaching to help you navigate the launch of your business . This program is designed for former federal employees or contractors that are interested in developing a business in the County. The one day program will include discussion on the business mindset, the model based on your concept, completing a one-page lean business plan, learning additional resources available, and essentials of marketing and financial management. A light lunch is included in the 5 hour program. The program is open to those residing in Montgomery County as well as very early stage startups that are based in Montgomery County.
Category: Business. Age: Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Kim Jones. Event Information Phone: 3017922894. Event Information Email: info@mocoblackcollective.org. Cost: 0.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
WorkSource Montgomery
11510 Georgia Avenue,
Wheaton, MD 20902.
For more info visit www.surveymonkey.com.
(By Appointment Only) Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Food Pantry Distribution
Food
MUM's full choice food pantry is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm by APPOINTMENTS ONLY and ONLY to residents who live in zipcodes 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912. Neighbors can call 301-929-8675 to make an appointment, email us at office@mumhelp.org or sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D48AFAA2EA1FA7-50299288-august#/Remember to bring your reusable bags to your appointment.
Food Organizations: Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Category: Community Events. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3019298675. Event Information Email: office@mumhelp.org. Cost: free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Westfield South Building (near the Wheaton Mall)
11002 Veirs Mill Road, Suite 710
Wheaton, Maryland 20902.
For more info visit mumhelp.org.
Appointments for help with public benefits - HHS Navigation Program
Gilchrist Center
Are you struggling financially? Do you need help with public benefits? Food assistance (SNAP) , Financial assistance. , Health care (even if you do not have immigration status) , Help paying utility bills. Call Trica Young at 240-777-1582 to make an appointment.
For additional information click HERE.
Category: Health. Event Information Phone: 2407771582. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Gaithersburg Library, 2nd Floor
18330 Montgomery Village Ave.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
Procurement Online Open House
Events
***PLEASE NOTE: There is a NEW Zoom link below as of February 2025***
The Office of Procurement invites you to our monthly Online Open House, held every 3rd Wednesday from 10:00am - 11:00am.
Learn about the latest updates from the Office of Procurement. This is an interactive event. Bring your questions for the procurement team!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y-NCCLpPSdKymBx7LvgWIA
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Online Location: NEW! Meeting moved to Zoom. Category: Business. Community Events. Government. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Bethany Manimbo. Event Information Phone: 240-777-9941. Event Information Email: bethany.manimbo@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
In-Person Conversation Class
Gilchrist Center
Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! Classes are offered year-round for intermediate and advanced speakers. No registration is required!
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center - Gaithersburg
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, 2nd Floor.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
How to Apply for Montgomery County Jobs
HR Recruitment
Find out everything you need to know about applying for jobs with Montgomery County Government (MCG) by attending a virtual community briefing session. Staff from the Office of Human Resources will provide an overview of MCG’s job application system and process, and tips on interviewing and preparing your resume.
All sessions are held virtually via Zoom. Registration opens November 19, 2025. For details, visit https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/13707360.
Category: Government. Career. Educational Class. Age: Adult. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
GRAB AND GO ANNUAL HOLIDAY BASKET GIVEAWAY
Food
MONTHLY GRAB And Go, AND MONTHLY GRAB AND GO, AND MORE WALL SUPPLIES LAST
THIS MONTH AND NEXT WILL BE HOLIDAY BASKETS (NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER *****PLEASE SEE NOTE BELOW*****
301-500-5329
PLEASE CALL THE TELE # ABOVE TO RECEIVE A NUMBER FOR P/U AND TO GIVE INFORMATION. IT IS ONLY ONE BASKET PER CAR UNLESS YOU ARE PICKING UP FOR ANOTHER FAMILY WHO ALREADY HAS A NUMBER DEADLINE 11/15/2025 5PM
301-500-5329
PLEASE CALL THE TELE # ABOVE TO RECEIVE A NUMBER FOR P/U AND TO GIVE INFORMATION. IT IS ONLY ONE BASKET PER CAR UNLESS YOU ARE PICKING UP FOR ANOTHER PERSON WHO ALREADY HAS A NUMBER DEADLINE 11/15/2025 5PM.
Food Organizations: Nourish Now Inc. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Business. Community Events. County Executive. Food Distribution. Health. Holidays. Media/Press. Regional Services. Seniors. Volunteers. Access: Documentation Required. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Choice Pantry. Age: Teens. Kids. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. East County. Silver Spring. Upcounty. MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-500-5329. Event Information Email: lynnea.smith_rbc@yahoo.com. Cost: ***FREE/GRATIS****FREE/GRATIS.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
RESURRECTION BAPTIST CHURCH,
REV. THOMAS, PASTOR
900 EDNOR RD.
SILVER SPRING, MD 20905
PLEASE CALL THE TELE # ABOVE TO RECEIVE A NUMBER FOR P/U.. IT IS ONLY ONE BASKET PER CAR, UNLESS YOU ARE PICKING UP FOR ANOTHER FAMILY WHO ALREADY HAS A NUMBER.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Neelsvillie Middle School
11700 Neelsville Church Rd
Germantown, MD 20876.
(By Appointment Only) Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Food Pantry Distribution
Food
MUM's full choice food pantry is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm by APPOINTMENTS ONLY and ONLY to residents who live in zipcodes 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912. Neighbors can call 301-929-8675 to make an appointment, email us at office@mumhelp.org or sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D48AFAA2EA1FA7-50299288-august#/Remember to bring your reusable bags to your appointment.
Food Organizations: Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3019298675. Event Information Email: office@mumhelp.org. Cost: free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Westfield South Building (near the Wheaton Mall)
11002 Veirs Mill Road, Suite 710
Wheaton, Maryland 20902.
For more info visit mumhelp.org.
People’s Community Baptist Church Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
Food Distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
31 Norwood Road
Silver Spring 20905.
In-Person Conversation Class for Beginners
Gilchrist Center
Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! Classes are offered year-round for intermediate and advanced speakers. No registration is required!
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center
11002 Veirs Mill Rd, Suite 506, Wheaton, MD.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
(By Appointment Only) Montgomery College, Germantown Campus (GERM)
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD 20876
Parking lot 1 - Next to the bus stop (Enter via Route 118/Germantown Rd).
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission, Policies and Programs Committee
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Join Zoom Meeting
https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/81988803548?pwd=SLo3dPfBosUtoOsGeOwgrWIXpSJPJr.1
Meeting ID: 819 8880 3548
Passcode: 547563
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The IDD Commission includes 25 members, including individuals from the intellectual and developmental disability community, service providers and service agencies, and the Commission on People with Disabilities, who will be focusing on promoting direct communication among families, support staff, private and public organizations and the public about programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The commission will also provide educational programs, identify current gaps in services and provide advice and recommendations on best practices to the County and the County Executive.
Online Location: https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/81988803548?pwd=SLo3dPfBosUtoOsGeOwgrWIXpSJPJr.1. Event Information Email: Crystel.britto@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Crystel Britto. Event Information Phone: 240-777-4570. Boards: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Liberty Grove UMC Food Giveaway
Food
We are a free drive-through food pantry giving away fresh fruits, vegetables, and bread. We are convenient for zip codes 20866, 20904, and 20905.
Though our posted hours are 3:00-4:30 pm, we usually start closer to 2:00 when our parking lot is full of cars and overflowing onto Old Columbia Pike. As a result, we frequently run out of food by 3:30 pm.
Food Organizations: Liberty Grove United Methodist Church. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3014219166. Event Information Email: office@libertygrovechurch.org. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
15225 Old Columbia Pike
Burtonsville, MD 20866.
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission, Special Education Committee
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Join Zoom Meeting
https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/84455968455?pwd=tV2ysbMorMFCw59OzFocYaceRFTrcy.1
Meeting ID: 844 5596 8455
Passcode: 602226
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The IDD Commission includes 25 members, including individuals from the intellectual and developmental disability community, service providers and service agencies, and the Commission on People with Disabilities, who will be focusing on promoting direct communication among families, support staff, private and public organizations and the public about programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The commission will also provide educational programs, identify current gaps in services and provide advice and recommendations on best practices to the County and the County Executive.
Online Location: https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/84455968455?pwd=tV2ysbMorMFCw59OzFocYaceRFTrcy.1. Event Information Email: Crystel.britto@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Crystel Britto. Event Information Phone: 240-777-4570. Boards: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Benjamin Bannekar Middle School
14800 Perrywood Dr.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION- BENJAMIN BANNEKER MS
East County Initiative
Category: Health. Area: East County.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
14800 PERRYWOOD DR.
Kings & Priest’s Court International Ministries Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
Food Distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
520 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
City of Light Helping Hands Food Pantry
Food
We distribute culturally appropriate relevant food that support residents of diverse communities.
Food Organizations: Kings & Priests Court Int'l Ministries. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3014676646. Event Information Email: kpciministries@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
520 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring
MD 20904.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Event Information Email: kevin.manarolla@montgomeryplanning.org. Contact Name: kevin manarolla. Event Information Phone: 3015633409. Boards: Historic Preservation Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Council and Committee Meetings. Government. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Family.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
2425 Reedie Drive
Wheaton MD 20902.
For more info visit montgomeryplanning.org.
Committee Evaluation and Review Board
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Committee Evaluation and Review Board evaluates the current system of boards, committees, and commissions. Issues addressed by the committee may include length of terms, number of consecutive terms that can be served by a member, conflict of interest standards, and methods used for advertising vacancies.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3aco3gUQgcEBfnSfxlnS3FLfMoI3l-AGAh5SLEuvHXdyE1%40thread.tacv2/1724864022718?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22496fa612-4e04-434f-be83-6dc49a19788c%22%7d. Event Information Email: beth.gochrach@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Beth Gochrach. Event Information Phone: 240-777-2528. Boards: Committee Evaluation and Review Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. County Executive. Age: Adult.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board Meeting
MidCounty Regional Services Center
District 18 Delegation Townhall on improving roadway and pedestrian safety on University Boulevarrd.
The Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board (MCCAB) serves as Montgomery County's bridge to the 220,000 residents and businesses spread throughout the 99 square miles of the Mid-County area of Montgomery County. The Board provides advice and recommendations to the County Executive on policy and budget issues, planning and goal setting procedures, and legislative matters; educates the community on governmental structures and services; and acts as a facilitator to foster solutions to community problems, needs, and issues.
Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Contact Name: Talia Beaulieu-Hains. Event Information Email: Talia.BeaulieuHains@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Newport Mill Middle School
11311 Newport Mill Rd.
Kensignton, MD 20902.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
So What Else - Wyaconda Warehouse Food Appointments
Food
Please book an appointment for this distribution with the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/weekdayfoodappt#/.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
4924 Wyaconda Road North Bethesda MD, 20852.
For more info visit www.signupgenius.com.
Board of License Commissioners
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Liquor board hearings.
Event Information Email: abslicensing@montgmerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Amy Samman. Event Information Phone: 2407771999. Boards: Board of License Commissioners. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Adult.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Alcohol Beverage Services
LRE Training Room
201 Edison Park Drive (Visitors Entrance)
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Rainbow CDC Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
This is an appointment only event. Please call Rainbow CDC first (301) 625-2561.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Contact Name: Appt. Only Please Call First. Event Information Phone: (301) 625-2561.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
2120 Industrial Pkwy
Silver Spring, MD.
CANCELLED - Appointments for help with public benefits - HHS Navigation Program
Gilchrist Center
Are you struggling financially? Do you need help with public benefits? Food assistance (SNAP) , Financial assistance. , Health care (even if you do not have immigration status) , Help paying utility bills. Call Trica Young at 240-777-1582 to make an appointment.
For additional information click HERE.
Category: Health. Event Information Phone: 2407771582. Cost: FREE.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
(By Appointment Only) Food Pantry Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Rainbow Community Development Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3016252561. Event Information Email: info@rainbowcdc.org. Cost: 0.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904, next to Caliber Collision Auto Repair.
Food Pantry Distribution
Food
(pantry faces Tech Road, next to Caliber Collision Auto Repair)
We will be closed the last week of December.
Food Organizations: Rainbow Community Development Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3016252561. Event Information Email: info@rainbowcdc.org. Cost: 0.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904 (pantry faces Tech Road, next to Caliber Collision Auto Repair)
We will be closed the last week of December.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
(By Appointment Only) Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Food Pantry Distribution
Food
MUM's full choice food pantry is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm by APPOINTMENTS ONLY and ONLY to residents who live in zipcodes 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912. Neighbors can call 301-929-8675 to make an appointment, email us at office@mumhelp.org or sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D48AFAA2EA1FA7-50299288-august#/Remember to bring your reusable bags to your appointment.
Food Organizations: Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Category: Community Events. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3019298675. Event Information Email: office@mumhelp.org. Cost: free.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Westfield South Building (near the Wheaton Mall)
11002 Veirs Mill Road, Suite 710
Wheaton, Maryland 20902.
For more info visit mumhelp.org.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Choice Pantry [Appointment Only]
Food
Our Choice Pantry provides shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein to support your household needs.
To schedule an appointment, please call or text us at (240) 229-9642. If we’re unable to answer, kindly leave your name, phone number, and preferred appointment time. We aim to return all calls the same day, and always within 24 hours.
When arriving for your appointment, please bring:
A bag for your groceries
At this time, the pantry is available for Gaithersburg residents only.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: hope@senecacreek.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
So What Else - Pathways Church Drive-Thru Distribution
Food
Free service, no appointment required.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
200 W Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit sowhatelse.org.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Winter Wonderland Social
REC-Events
Enjoy an afternoon out with friends! There will be a DJ, dancing and light refreshments.
Registration is required and space is limited.
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Area: Silver Spring.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Silver Spring Senior Center
1319 Apple Avenue
Silver Spring, MD.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com.
(By Appointment Only) Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Food Pantry Distribution
Food
MUM's full choice food pantry is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm by APPOINTMENTS ONLY and ONLY to residents who live in zipcodes 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912. Neighbors can call 301-929-8675 to make an appointment, email us at office@mumhelp.org or sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D48AFAA2EA1FA7-50299288-august#/Remember to bring your reusable bags to your appointment.
Food Organizations: Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3019298675. Event Information Email: office@mumhelp.org. Cost: free.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Westfield South Building (near the Wheaton Mall)
11002 Veirs Mill Road, Suite 710
Wheaton, Maryland 20902.
For more info visit mumhelp.org.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission, December Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
IDDC December Meeting (Virtual only)
Time: Dec 18, 2025 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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The IDD Commission includes 25 members, including individuals from the intellectual and developmental disability community, service providers and service agencies, and the Commission on People with Disabilities, who will be focusing on promoting direct communication among families, support staff, private and public organizations and the public about programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The commission will also provide educational programs, identify current gaps in services and provide advice and recommendations on best practices to the County and the County Exec…
Online Location: https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/88172060318?pwd=te1l0nXguebwENpatbLl1qBmkOmNFW.1. Event Information Email: Crystel.britto@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Crystel Britto. Event Information Phone: 240-777-4570. Boards: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
(By Appointment Only) Gaithersburg Middle School (GMS)
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2 Teachers Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Outside: In the parking lot by the cafeteria.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Galway Elementary School
12612 Galway Drive.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION- GALWAY ES
East County Initiative
Category: Health. Food Distribution. Area: East County.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
12612 GALWAY DR.
Sports Advisory Committee
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Event Information Email: jason.fasteau@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Jason Fasteau. Event Information Phone: 240-777-4934. Boards: Sports Advisory Committee. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
2425 Reedie Drive, 10th Floor
Wheaton, MD, 20902.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Holiday Market & Toy Drive Business Mixer
Montgomery County Business Center
Join us this season for the Holiday Market & Toy Drive Business Mixer, a festive evening of networking, community spirit, and holiday cheer!
Bring an unwrapped toy to brighten the holidays for a child in Montgomery County!
What's on us?
Plenty of food!
Drinks and beverages
Holiday desserts
DJ
360 Photo Booth
Connect with local professionals, discover unique products from our exhibitors, and support families in need by contributing to our toy drive. Come celebrate the season with us as we build relationships, uplift our community, and close the year with purpose and joy.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Category: Community Events. Business. Age: Adult. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Mauricio Vasquez. Event Information Phone: (312) 505-7550. Event Information Email: info@hccmc.org. Cost: $35.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
1801 Rockville Pike - First Floor
Rockville, MD 20852.
For more info visit hccmc.org.
Pro Bono Legal Clinics
Gilchrist Center
Meet for A One-on-One Consultation with an Attorney For FREE! 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. , Sign in: 6:00pm – 6:30pm/Last Consult 8:30pm (Space is limited) , Legal advice in civil cases for low-income Montgomery County residents. No appointment necessary (walk-in). For additional information click HERE.
Event Information Phone: 301-424-7651. Cost: FREE.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
18330 Montgomery Village Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
For more info visit barmont.org.
Sports Advisory Committee Meeting
REC-Events
Meetings take place on the third Thursday evening of every month, unless rescheduled due to holidays or bad weather. They are held in person.
About the Sports Advisory Committee (SAC)
The Committee is comprised of community members who will research and report on factors that affect participation and diversity in sports in Montgomery County. The Committee will recommend to the County Executive and County Council ways to address discrepancies found in youth sports including how to improve the quality, quantity, and variety of sports opportunities and facilities.
Category: Parks & Recreation. Boards, Committees & Commissions. Council and Committee Meetings. Age: Adult. Area: Silver Spring. MidCounty. East County.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wheaton Community Recreation Center
11701 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton, MD.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89827743604. Event Information Email: luisa.cardona@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Luisa Cardona. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8101. Boards: Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: MidCounty. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov.
Police Accountability Board Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81437602787. Event Information Email: mocopabstaff@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Laura Byers. Event Information Phone: 240-777-2530. Boards: Police Accountability Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Executive Office Building
101 Monroe St. 6th Floor Conference Room
Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
So What Else - Wyaconda Warehouse Food Appointments
Food
Please book an appointment for this distribution with the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/weekdayfoodappt#/.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
4924 Wyaconda Road North Bethesda MD, 20852.
For more info visit www.signupgenius.com.
Coffee With A Cop
MCPD Events
This is a community event that brings the community and the police together for a morning of conversation and coffee. We will be providing safety tips and brochures.
Police Districts: 2D - Bethesda. Event Type: Engagement. MCPD Level of Participation: Facilitate/Present. Category: Public Safety. Community Events. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Officer Demond Johnson. Event Information Email: demond.johnson@montgomerycountymd.gov. Event Information Phone: 2407736727.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
10516 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington Maryland.
AfriThrive Food Distribution at Aspen Hill
Food
Culturally relevant Fresh produce and protein.
Food Organizations: AfriThrive Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Mobile Market. Age: Adult. Family. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 2405655013. Event Information Email: kayla.key@afrithrive.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
3132 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD 20906.
AfriThrive Food Distribution at Aspen Hill
Food
Culturally relevant Fresh produce and protein.
Food Organizations: AfriThrive Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Mobile Market. Age: Adult. Family. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 2405655013. Event Information Email: kayla.key@afrithrive.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
3132 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD 20906.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
13737 Wisteria Drive
Germantown, MD 20874.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
(By Appointment Only) Nourishing Bethesda Choice Market
Food
Nourishing Bethesda Choice Market (By Appointment)
Nourishing Bethesda offers appointments to shop our Choice Market that offers shelf-stable items, protein, fresh produce, bread, and other items.
We serve all of the zip codes 20812, 20814, 20815, 20816, 20817, 20818, and 20896
We serve parts of zip codes 20895, 20852, 20910, and 20854 (please reach out to food@nourishingbethesda.org for more information).
Please mention this posting when requesting an appointment.
Food Organizations: Nourishing Bethesda. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: (TEXT) 301-664-4630. Event Information Email: food@nourishingbethesda.org. Cost: (By Appointment) Free.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
5020 Battery Lane • Bethesda • MD • 20817.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Building Performance Improvement Board
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Join Zoom Meeting
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Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89043560307?pwd=bXJIbE9HVTN5Tmpnc2l5bTlRbFRMdz09. Event Information Email: energy@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Emily Curley. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7707. Boards: Building Performance Improvement Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us.
(By Appointment Only) Food Ministry
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3012131669. Event Information Email: rmanchester@saintluke.us. Cost: 0.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
9100 Colesville Road SIlver Spring.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Choice Pantry [Appointment Only]
Food
Our Choice Pantry provides shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein to support your household needs.
To schedule an appointment, please call or text us at (240) 229-9642. If we’re unable to answer, kindly leave your name, phone number, and preferred appointment time. We aim to return all calls the same day, and always within 24 hours.
When arriving for your appointment, please bring:
A bag for your groceries
At this time, the pantry is available for Gaithersburg residents only.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: hope@senecacreek.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Spring Parc Apartments
17 Featherwood Ct.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION- SPRING PARC
East County Initiative
Category: Health. Food Distribution. Area: East County.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
17 FEATHERWOOD CT.
Friday Food Distribution
Food
Friday afternoons food distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301-442-1151. Event Information Email: stcamillusfoodpantry@gmail.com.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
1500 St. Camillus Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20903.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
Shelf Stable and Produce Food Distribution
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 202-262-4537. Event Information Email: tommyspantry@gmail.com. Cost: 0.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
630 Silver Spring Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20910.
So What Else - Wyaconda Warehouse Food Appointments
Food
Please sign up for an appointment with this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/saturdayfoodappt#/.
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 7:15 AM – 1:00 PM.
4924 Wyaconda Road North Bethesda MD, 20852.
For more info visit www.signupgenius.com.
American Diversity Group’s Free Medical Clinic
East County Regional Services Center
American Diversity Group’s Free Medical Clinic in East County.
Category: Seniors. Health. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Teens. Kids. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
12210 Plum Orchard Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Kingdom Cares Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
Kingdom Cares Food Distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
East County CRC
3310 Gateshead Manor Way
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Rainbow CDC Food Distribution Grab & Go (No Appt. Needed)
East County Regional Services Center
Rainbow CDC Food Distribution Grab & Go (No Appt. Needed).
Category: Seniors. Food Distribution. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
2120 Industrial Parkway
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
3310 Gateshead Manor Way.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION- EAST COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER
East County Initiative
Category: Health. Food Distribution. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
3310 GATESHEAD MANOR WAY.
Food Scraps Recycling Drop-Off
Food Scraps Programs
Drop-off your food scraps every week at the Downtown Silver Spring Farmers Market.
Drop off the following food scraps so that they can be recycled: Coffee grounds and tea leaves (remove filters) , Cooked foods , Dairy (cheese and yogurt) , Eggshells , Fruit and vegetable scraps , Meat, fish, and bones.
Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Kathy Vazquez. Event Information Phone: 2407776484. Event Information Email: Katherine.Vazquez@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: 0.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
1 Veterans Plaza Silver Spring, 20910.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
White Oak Library Tai Chi & Qigong
East County Regional Services Center
White Oak Library Tai Chi & Qigong.
Category: Seniors. Health. Educational Class. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
White Oak Library
11701 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
(By Appointment Only) Colesville Presbyterian Church (CPC)
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12800 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Drive Thru Food Distribution or Walk Up
Food
Shelf Stable Foods: canned beans, rice, milk, cereal, pasta, peanut butter, oil, bread etc. Produce : vegetables, fruits and whole chicken.
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-598-0000. Event Information Email: ocumhub@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
OakChapel UMC Church Parking Lot 10am - 12noon
14500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906.
Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Southern Bethany Baptist Church. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-421-1440. Event Information Email: sbethany752@gmail.com. Cost: FREE.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
3537 Spencerville Road
Burtonsville, Md. 20866.
Food Pantry at Sharp Street United Methodist Church
Food
The Food Pantry at Sharp Street United Methodist Church (SSUMC) is dedicated to addressing food insecurity in our community. Every third Saturday of the month, we distribute bags of healthy groceries on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning promptly at 10 am.
To ensure that we can assist as many families as possible, we have a limit of one bag per car.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Event Information Phone: (301) 774-7047. Event Information Email: sharppraise@verizon.net. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
1310 Olney-Sandy Spring Road
Sandy Spring MD 20860.
For more info visit www.sharpstreetumc.org.
Free Groceries at First Baptist Church in Downtown Silver Spring
Food
From 10am to 12pm every Saturday morning we are giving one bag of shelf-stable groceries to every adult. We currently do not require any documentation or proof of residency, just show up at the front door off Wayne Ave. First Baptist Church of Silver Spring.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3017541100. Event Information Email: saraa11@verizon.net. Cost: No cost.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Front door, First Baptist Church
828 Wayne Ave.
Silver Spring, MD
20910.
Holiday Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: EduCare Support Services Inc. Category: Holidays. Food Distribution. Seniors. Volunteers. Health. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Seniors. Adult. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. East County. Upcounty. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2404502092. Event Information Email: info@educaremd.org.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
7517 New Hampshire Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912.
Overflow Produce Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Forest Knolls Elementary School
10830 Eastwood Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Saturday Food Distribution
Food
Saturday mornings food distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301-442-1151. Event Information Email: stcamillusfoodpantry@gmail.com.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
1500 St. Camillus Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20903.
For more info visit stcamilluschurch.org.
A CLINIC WITHOUT BORDERS- EVERY SATURDAY
East County Initiative
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Category: Health. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Silver Spring.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.
Winter Puppet Show
REC-Events
Join us for our winter puppet show about a lost and lonely dog that arrives at Santa's workshop, featuring a wonderful message about acceptance and inclusion. Families can register up to 4 people per household (1 adult and 3 children or 2 adults and 2 children).
We can't wait to see you there!
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Family. Area: MidCounty. Upcounty.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Longwood Community Recreation Center
19300 Georgia Avenue
Brookeville, MD.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Grab and Go Distribution @ VCCI
Food
Adopt-a-Neighborhood Pop-Up Food Distribution
The Community Hope Center Gaithersburg Hub, in collaboration with Victory Christian Church International, will host an Adopt-a-Neighborhood Grab-and-Go Food Distribution for Gaithersburg residents.
Date/Time: Begins at 11:00 AM (first come, first served while supplies last) Location: 7 Metropolitan Ct #7, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
This is a grab-and-go distribution. Participants will complete a brief registration on-site.
Please note that this pantry distribution is available only to Gaithersburg residents.
For more information, please contact the Community Hope Center at (240) 229-9642.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: hope@senecacreek.org.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Grab and Go Distribution @ VCCI
Food
Adopt-a-Neighborhood Pop-Up Food Distribution
The Community Hope Center Gaithersburg Hub, in collaboration with Victory Christian Church International, will host an Adopt-a-Neighborhood Grab-and-Go Food Distribution for Gaithersburg residents.
Date/Time: Begins at 11:00 AM (first come, first served while supplies last) Location: 7 Metropolitan Ct #7, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
This is a grab-and-go distribution. Participants will complete a brief registration on-site.
Please note that this pantry distribution is available only to Gaithersburg residents.
For more information, please contact the Community Hope Center at (240) 229-9642.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: ROCIO@SENECACREEK.ORG. Cost: N/A.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
7 Metropolitan Ct #7, Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Photo Op & Cocoa with The Claus
REC-Events
Celebrate winter and enjoy a hot cocoa bar, apple cider, games, music, art and crafts and more!
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Gwendolyn E. Coffield Community Recreation Center.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Yaldaa
Days of Commemoration
This ceremony on the eve of the winter solstice is traced to the myth of the combat between the forces of light against the forces of darkness. From this day onward, the good forces of light triumph as the days grow longer. Also considered to be the re-birth of the Sun, the celebration involves telling fairy tales and stories, recitation of poetry, the serving of traditional fare including nuts, and the lighting of a bonfire (if permitted).
Category: Holidays.
Sunday, December 21, 2025.
Montgomery County, MD.
City of Light Helping Hands Food Pantry
Food
We distribute culturally appropriate relevant food that support residents of diverse communities.
Food Organizations: Kings & Priests Court Int'l Ministries. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3014676646. Event Information Email: kpciministries@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12:30 AM – 3:30 AM.
520 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring
MD 20904.
CANCELLED - We Do Seva Inc. (GGSF) Free Food Distribution
Food
Free food for families in need, currently we are serving on a bi weekly basis every other Sunday.
Vegetarian meals, milk, bread, produce and non perishables til supplies last.
our distribution currently is a grab and go, clients stay in their cars and we continue til we ran out of items available on that particular day.
Food Organizations: Guru Gobind Singh Foundation Trust. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Prepared Meals. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Event Information Phone: 609-751-8729. Event Information Email: shergillaman1@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
American Diversity Group’s Free Medical Clinic
East County Regional Services Center
American Diversity Group’s Free Medical Clinic in East County.
Category: Health. Seniors. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
12210 Plum Orchard Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Food Scraps Recycling Drop-Off
Food Scraps Programs
Drop-off your food scraps every week at the Bethesda Central Farm Market.
Drop off the following food scraps so that they can be recycled: Coffee grounds and tea leaves (remove filters) , Cooked foods , Dairy (cheese and yogurt) , Eggshells , Fruit and vegetable scraps , Meat, fish, and bones.
Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling. Age: Kids. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Contact Name: Kathy Vazquez. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6484. Event Information Email: Katherine.Vazquez@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: 0.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
7600 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Food Scraps Recycling Drop-Off
Food Scraps Programs
Drop-off your food scraps every week at the Olney Farmers & Artists Market.
Drop off the following food scraps so that they can be recycled: Coffee grounds and tea leaves (remove filters) , Cooked foods , Dairy (cheese and yogurt) , Eggshells , Fruit and vegetable scraps , Meat, fish, and bones.
Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling. Contact Name: Kathy Vazquez. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6484. Event Information Email: Katherine.Vazquez@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: 0.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Olney-Sandy Spring Rd (Rt 108) at Prince Philip Drive on the Medstar Montgomery Hospital Thrift Shop grounds.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
White Oak Library Tai Chi
East County Regional Services Center
Thai Chi.
Category: Seniors. Health. Age: Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
11701 New Hampshire Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Loaves & Fishes Food Distribution
Food
Independent food distribution on 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, ongoing.
Drive-up distribution of pre-bagged non-perishable shelf-stable grocery items.
Also distribute produce, meat, dairy and other perishable items prebagged as available.
No registration needed. Distribution will take place in our lower parking lot. Volunteers will load bags into your car.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-926-9024. Event Information Email: office@millcreekparish.org. Cost: Free.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Mill Creek Parish United Methodist Church
7101 Horizon Terrace
Derwood, MD 20855
(lower parking lot).
For more info visit www.millcreekparish.org.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Kings & Priest’s Court International Ministries Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
Food Distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
520 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
City of Lights Helping Hands - Food Pantry
East County Initiative
Please see image below for more infromation:
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Category: Food Distribution. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
520 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
CANCELLED - Board of Registration for Building Contractors
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The July 22, 2025 was rescheduled from the July 8 meeting that had been cancelled.
The Board of Registration for Building Contractors generally meets the 1st Tuesday of every month, except for August.
Microsoft Teams meeting, Join on your computer or mobile app , Click here to join the meeting, Meeting ID: 293 170 690 066
Passcode: 68p2S3, Download Teams | Join on the web, Or call in (audio only), +1 443-692-5768,602176196# United States, Baltimore, Phone Conference ID: 602 176 196#, Find a local number | Reset PIN.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_M2U2ZDNlYWYtMTJkMi00ZTU2LTk4ZmMtYmNlZGJlYmRiMTM2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22aa87fe58-9bf4-4b71-9d47-f1e715b8eabb%22%7d. Event Information Email: hongli.liu@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Hongli Liu. Event Information Phone: 240-777-3722. Boards: Board of Registration for Building Contractors. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
So What Else - Wyaconda Warehouse Food Appointments
Food
Please book an appointment for this distribution with the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/weekdayfoodappt#/.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
4924 Wyaconda Road North Bethesda MD, 20852.
For more info visit www.signupgenius.com.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Choice Pantry [Appointment Only]
Food
Our Choice Pantry provides shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein to support your household needs.
To schedule an appointment, please call or text us at (240) 229-9642. If we’re unable to answer, kindly leave your name, phone number, and preferred appointment time. We aim to return all calls the same day, and always within 24 hours.
When arriving for your appointment, please bring:
A bag for your groceries
At this time, the pantry is available for Gaithersburg residents only.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: hope@senecacreek.org.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
So What Else - Wyaconda Warehouse Food Appointments
Food
Please book an appointment for this distribution with the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/weekdayfoodappt#/.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
4924 Wyaconda Road North Bethesda MD, 20852.
For more info visit www.signupgenius.com.
Advisory Committee on Consumer Protection
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Advisory Committee on Consumer Protection generally meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device using Microsoft Teams:
teams.microsoft.com…
Meeting ID: 227 491 784 148
Passcode: SHsyZp
Or call in (audio only)
+1 443-692-5768,721146241# United States, Baltimore
Phone Conference ID: 721 146 241#.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZmJkOTgwMzMtNGU3Yi00YTI4LTk1NDQtN2NmOTMwZWJhNzBj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22739fdaef-cf50-4540-8669-df79f3f6ddca%22%7d. Event Information Email: marilen.bayani@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Marilen Bayani. Event Information Phone: 240-777-3715. Boards: Advisory Committee on Consumer Protection. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Rainbow CDC Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
This is an appointment only event. Please call Rainbow CDC first (301) 625-2561.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Contact Name: Appt. Only Please Call First. Event Information Phone: (301) 625-2561.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
2120 Industrial Pkwy
Silver Spring, MD.
Appointments for help with public benefits - HHS Navigation Program
Gilchrist Center
Are you struggling financially? Do you need help with public benefits? Food assistance (SNAP) , Financial assistance. , Health care (even if you do not have immigration status) , Help paying utility bills. Call Trica Young at 240-777-1582 to make an appointment.
For additional information click HERE.
Category: Health. Event Information Phone: 2407771582. Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
11002 Veirs Mill Road. Suite 506, Wheaton, MD 20902.
(By Appointment Only) Food Pantry Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Rainbow Community Development Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3016252561. Event Information Email: info@rainbowcdc.org. Cost: 0.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904, next to Caliber Collision Auto Repair.
Food Pantry Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Rainbow Community Development Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3016252561. Event Information Email: info@rainbowcdc.org. Cost: 0.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904 (pantry faces Tech Road, next to Caliber Collision Auto Repair).
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Choice Pantry [Appointment Only]
Food
Our Choice Pantry provides shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein to support your household needs.
To schedule an appointment, please call or text us at (240) 229-9642. If we’re unable to answer, kindly leave your name, phone number, and preferred appointment time. We aim to return all calls the same day, and always within 24 hours.
When arriving for your appointment, please bring:
A bag for your groceries
At this time, the pantry is available for Gaithersburg residents only.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: hope@senecacreek.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
So What Else - South Lake ES Drive-Thru Distribution
Food
Free service, no appointment required.
Food Organizations: So What Else Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 2407054345. Event Information Email: mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
18201 Contour Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit sowhatelse.org.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
In-Person Conversation Classes
Gilchrist Center
Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! Classes are offered year-round for intermediate and advanced speakers. No registration is required!
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center
11002 Veirs Mill Rd, Suite 506, Wheaton, MD.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Church of Nazarene
8921 Warfield Rd
Gaithersburg MD 20882.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Germantown Elementary School
19110 Liberty Mill Rd
Germantown MD 20874.
(By Appointment Only) Glenmont United Methodist Church (GLEN)
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. MidCounty. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
12901 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Outside: In the parking lot.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
(By Appointment Only) Gaithersburg Middle School (GMS)
Food
Outside, in the parking lot by the cafeteria.
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2 Teachers Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
White Oak Gardens
11600 Lockwood Drive.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION- WHITE OAK GARDENS
East County Initiative
Category: Health. Food Distribution. Area: MidCounty. East County.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
11600 LOCKWOOD DR.
In-Person Conversation Class
Gilchrist Center
Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! The class is offered year-round for intermediate speakers. No registration is required!
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center - Gaithersburg
18330 Montgomery Village Ave, 2nd Floor.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
AMHB Case No. 21-24 Zamora v. Figueroa
Boards, Committees and Commissions
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Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit teams.microsoft.com.
Early Closure: Recycling/Trash drop-offs at Transfer Station
Holiday Collection Slides - Recycling/Trash Collections
The Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station and the Recycling Center closes early at 3 p.m. for the holiday.
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Visit the collections and services page to
- sign up for email or text holiday reminders and recycling/trash collection service changes
- see holiday service details.
Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station
16101 Frederick Road
Derwood, MD 20855.
For more info visit www2.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Hope Center (Gaithersburg Hub) Choice Pantry [Appointment Only]
Food
Our Choice Pantry provides shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein to support your household needs.
To schedule an appointment, please call or text us at (240) 229-9642. If we’re unable to answer, kindly leave your name, phone number, and preferred appointment time. We aim to return all calls the same day, and always within 24 hours.
When arriving for your appointment, please bring:
A bag for your groceries
At this time, the pantry is available for Gaithersburg residents only.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 240-229-9642. Event Information Email: hope@senecacreek.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org.
Appointments for help with public benefits - HHS Navigation Program
Gilchrist Center
Are you struggling financially? Do you need help with public benefits? Food assistance (SNAP) , Financial assistance. , Health care (even if you do not have immigration status) , Help paying utility bills. Call Trica Young at 240-777-1582 to make an appointment.
For additional information click HERE.
Category: Health. Event Information Phone: 2407771582. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Gaithersburg Library, 2nd Floor
18330 Montgomery Village Ave.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Manna Market
Food
Participants will be provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Parking is available
Participants should bring a proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.).
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
CANCELLED - In-Person Conversation Class
Gilchrist Center
Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! Classes are offered year-round for intermediate and advanced speakers. No registration is required!
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Diabetes Support Group
Seniors
Suburban Hospital's Nurse Mary Flynn serves as the Diabetes Support Group facilitator. Come share support, knowledge, and resources. Newcomers welcome.
Category: Health. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Silver Spring. Contact Name: Lena Grayson. Event Information Phone: 301-942-8523. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Holiday Park Senior Center
3950 Ferrara Dr.
Wheaton, MD 20906.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
South Lake Elementary School
18201 Contour Rd
Gaithersburg MD 20882.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
13737 Wisteria Drive
Germantown, MD 20874.
(By Appointment Only) Food Pantry Distribution
Food
MUM's full choice food pantry is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm by APPOINTMENTS ONLY and ONLY to residents who live in zipcodes 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912. Neighbors can call 301-929-8675 to make an appointment, email us at office@mumhelp.org or sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D48AFAA2EA1FA7-50299288-august#/Remember to bring your reusable bags to your appointment.
Food Organizations: Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3019298675. Event Information Email: office@mumhelp.org. Cost: free.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Westfield South Building (near the Wheaton Mall)
11002 Veirs Mill Road, Suite 710
Wheaton, Maryland 20902.
For more info visit mumhelp.org.
CANCELLED - In-Person Conversation Class for Beginners
Gilchrist Center
Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! Classes are offered year-round for intermediate and advanced speakers. No registration is required!
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
(By Appointment Only) Montgomery College, Germantown Campus (GERM)
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD 20876
Parking lot 1 - Next to the bus stop (Enter via Route 118/Germantown Rd).
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
CANCELLED - Pro Bono Legal Clinic
Gilchrist Center
Meet for A One-on-One Consultation with an Attorney For FREE! 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. , Sign in: 6:00pm – 6:30pm/Last Consult 8:30pm (Space is limited) , Legal advice in civil cases for low-income Montgomery County residents. No appointment necessary (walk-in). For additional information click HERE.
Category: Volunteers. Event Information Phone: 301-424-7651. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit barmont.org.
Christmas Day
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Christmas is a Christian holiday held on December 25 which celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Eastern Orthodox Churches, which use the Julian Calendar to determine feast days, celebrate on January 7 by the Gregorian Calendar. The name originates from the Old English Christes Mæsse, or Christ's Mass, and the present spelling for Christmas is thought to have come into use around the 16th century. Christmas is celebrated throughout the world and is marked by different festivities including decorating fir trees, singing carols, and attending church services. Some churches practice their most elaborate festivals on January 6 (Epiphany), and in parts of the United States, this date has been observed as "Old Christmas" or "Little Christmas."
Montgomery County government will observe this holiday.
Category: Holidays. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Montgomery County, MD.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
CLOSED: Recycling/Trash drop-offs at Transfer Station
Holiday Collection Slides - Recycling/Trash Collections
The Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station and the Recycling Center are closed for the holiday.
= = =
Visit the collections and services page to
- sign up for email or text holiday reminders and recycling/trash collection service changes
- see holiday service details.
Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station
16101 Frederick Road
Derwood, MD 20855.
For more info visit www2.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Manna Market
Food
Manna is closed; no food distribution!
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Rainbow CDC Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
This is an appointment only event. Please call Rainbow CDC first (301) 625-2561.
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Contact Name: Appt. Only Please Call First. Event Information Phone: (301) 625-2561.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
2120 Industrial Pkwy
Silver Spring, MD.
CANCELLED - Appointments for help with public benefits - HHS Navigation Program
Gilchrist Center
Are you struggling financially? Do you need help with public benefits? Food assistance (SNAP) , Financial assistance. , Health care (even if you do not have immigration status) , Help paying utility bills. Call Trica Young at 240-777-1582 to make an appointment.
For additional information click HERE.
Category: Health. Event Information Phone: 2407771582. Cost: FREE.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
(By Appointment Only) Food Pantry Distribution
Food
MUM's full choice food pantry is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm by APPOINTMENTS ONLY and ONLY to residents who live in zipcodes 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912. Neighbors can call 301-929-8675 to make an appointment, email us at office@mumhelp.org or sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D48AFAA2EA1FA7-50299288-august#/Remember to bring your reusable bags to your appointment.
Food Organizations: Mid-County United Ministries Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3019298675. Event Information Email: office@mumhelp.org. Cost: free.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Westfield South Building (near the Wheaton Mall)
11002 Veirs Mill Road, Suite 710
Wheaton, Maryland 20902.
For more info visit mumhelp.org.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
(By Appointment Only) Gaithersburg Middle School (GMS)
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2 Teachers Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Outside: In the parking lot by the cafeteria.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
CANCELLED: Administrative Charging Committee Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83630322133. Event Information Email: laura.byers@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Laura Byers. Event Information Phone: 240-777-2587. Boards: Administrative Charging Committee. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Thursday, December 25, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Manna Market
Food
Manna is closed; no food distribution!
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
AfriThrive Food Distribution at Aspen Hill
Food
Culturally relevant Fresh produce and protein.
Food Organizations: AfriThrive Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Mobile Market. Age: Adult. Family. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 2405655013. Event Information Email: kayla.key@afrithrive.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
3132 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD 20906.
AfriThrive Food Distribution at Aspen Hill
Food
Culturally relevant Fresh produce and protein.
Food Organizations: AfriThrive Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Mobile Market. Age: Adult. Family. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 2405655013. Event Information Email: kayla.key@afrithrive.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
3132 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD 20906.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Apple Ridge Recreation Area
10101 Apple Ridge Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886.
Drive through food drive
Food
GNFA runs a drive through food drive the second and fourth Sundays of every month.
Volunteers are welcome from 11-3. Service hours available. Bags of shelf stables and produce provided.
Community distribution occurs from 12-3.
Please see @gnfafooddrive on IG for details.
Next 2025 dates: Oct 26, Nov 9 & 23, Dec 14 & 28.
Category: Food Distribution. Volunteers. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3017287138. Event Information Email: fooddrive@gnfa.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Guru Nanak Foundation of America (parking lot )
12917 Old Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
(By Appointment Only) Manna Market
Food
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org.
Friday Food Distribution
Food
Friday afternoons food distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301-442-1151. Event Information Email: stcamillusfoodpantry@gmail.com.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
1500 St. Camillus Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20903.
Gaithersburg HELP Pantry Pickup (By appointment only M_F)
Food
Pantry pickup M-F by appointment only. Closed on holidays. Distribution is late afternoon and times vary day to day. Call our voicemail system any time 24/7 and leave a message. Our volunteers will call you back to schedule an appointment. Typical wait time is 1 working day. Identification and proof of address is required. Caller must live in our service area. A map is available at www.gaithersburghelp.org…. Our service area includes all of zip codes 20877, 20878, 20879, 20880, and 20886, plus parts of: ……20850 (west of Shady Grove Rd and north of Piney Meetinghouse Rd), ……20855 (west of Redland Rd/Muncaster Rd), ……20882 (south of Brink Rd and west of Olney-Laytonsville Rd).
Food Organizations: Gaithersburg HELP Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-216-2510. Cost: Free.
Friday, December 26, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.
American Diversity Group’s Free Medical Clinic
East County Regional Services Center
American Diversity Group’s Free Medical Clinic in East County.
Category: Seniors. Health. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Teens. Kids. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
12210 Plum Orchard Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Kingdom Cares Food Distribution
East County Regional Services Center
Kingdom Cares Food Distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
East County CRC
3310 Gateshead Manor Way
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Interfaith Works Food Pantry (Rockville HUB)
Food
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 667-423-4566. Event Information Email: hubcoordinator@iworksmc.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:15 PM.
751 Twinbrook Pkwy Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center.
Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution
Food
Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
3310 Gateshead Manor Way.
Rockville Help Requests for Food (By Phone Only)
Food
Delivery-only pantry serving Rockville residents, 3-5 days' supply of food, shelf-stable items plus eggs, cheese, chopped meat or chicken. Must live in service area (see map on website). Call and leave a message.
Food Organizations: Rockville Help Incorporated. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Event Information Phone: 301-564-0800. Event Information Email: rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com. Cost: Free to those in service area.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION- EAST COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER
East County Initiative
Category: Health. Food Distribution. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
3310 GATESHEAD MANOR WAY.
Food Scraps Recycling Drop-Off
Food Scraps Programs
Drop-off your food scraps every week at the Downtown Silver Spring Farmers Market.
Drop off the following food scraps so that they can be recycled: Coffee grounds and tea leaves (remove filters) , Cooked foods , Dairy (cheese and yogurt) , Eggshells , Fruit and vegetable scraps , Meat, fish, and bones.
Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Kathy Vazquez. Event Information Phone: 2407776484. Event Information Email: Katherine.Vazquez@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: 0.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
1 Veterans Plaza Silver Spring, 20910.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.
Free Groceries at First Baptist Church in Downtown Silver Spring
Food
From 10am to 12pm every Saturday morning we are giving one bag of shelf-stable groceries to every adult. We currently do not require any documentation or proof of residency, just show up at the front door off Wayne Ave. First Baptist Church of Silver Spring.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3017541100. Event Information Email: saraa11@verizon.net. Cost: No cost.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Front door, First Baptist Church
828 Wayne Ave.
Silver Spring, MD
20910.
Saturday Food Distribution
Food
Saturday mornings food distribution.
Category: Food Distribution. Access: Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301-442-1151. Event Information Email: stcamillusfoodpantry@gmail.com.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
1500 St. Camillus Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20903.
For more info visit stcamilluschurch.org.
A CLINIC WITHOUT BORDERS- EVERY SATURDAY
East County Initiative
.
Category: Health. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Silver Spring.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.
FREE PEDIATRIC CLINIC-EVERY 4TH SATURDAY
East County Initiative
.
Category: Health. Age: Kids.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.
Olney Help Food Pantry
Food
No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available.
Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Arleeta's Food Pantry
Food
Walk-in food distribution monthly, 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month.
9 a.m.-12 Noon. 1-4 bags of pre-packaged food items in cans, boxes, bags given to families once a month. Foods include proteins, starches, vegetables, fruits, cereals, soups. Occasionally fresh items are available. Stop by to receive your items!
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. Silver Spring. Contact Name: Rebecca W McGinnis. Event Information Phone: 301-979-8111. Event Information Email: rgwmcginnis7@gmail.com. Cost: Free!
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Silver Spring United Methodist Church
8900 Georgia Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20910.