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 7, 2025, 12:30 AM – 3:30 AM.
520 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring
MD 20904.
The Living Legends Awards for Service to Humanity, Inc.
Food
Food Organizations: The Living Legends Awards for Service to Humanity Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 240-832-1039. Event Information Email: doreen@livinglegendsawards.org.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
18800 New Hampshire Ave, Ashton, MD 20860.
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 7, 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 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
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 7, 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. 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 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
7600 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814.
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 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
11701 New Hampshire Ave. 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.
Sunday, December 7, 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 7, 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 7, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
520 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Holiday Craft Show
REC-Events
Make sure to check out the Holiday Craft show featuring over 30 local artists! Shop for handmade crafts, paintings, woodcrafts and more.
This event is free and for all ages. This event is in partnership with Friends of Clara Barton Community Center.
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Clara Barton Neighborhood Recreation Center
7425 MacArthur Blvd.
Bodhi Day
Days of Commemoration
On Bodhi day some Buddhists celebrate Gautama's
attainment of enlightenment under the Bodhi tree at Bodhgaya, India.
Category: Holidays.
Monday, December 8, 2025.
Montgomery County, MD.
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Days of Commemoration
The feast of the Immaculate Conception is celebrated in some Christian churches on December 8. A feast called the Conception of Mary arose in the Eastern (Catholic) Church in the seventh century. It spread to the West in the eighth century. In the eleventh century it received its present name, the Immaculate Conception. In the eighteenth century it became a feast of the Roman Catholic Church.
Category: Holidays.
Monday, December 8, 2025.
Montgomery County, MD.
International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System
Bethesda Chevy Chase Regional Services Center
The International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System (ICPHHCS2025), organized by Conplus Meetings, will be held from December 08-10, 2025 in Paris, France. This prestigious conference provides a premier platform for public health professionals, policymakers, researchers and healthcare practitioners to engage in discussions on the latest advancements, share critical insights and explore collaborative approaches to addressing complex health challenges.
Category: Educational Class. Health. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Contact Name: D.Sambhavi. Event Information Phone: 09063687428. Event Information Email: icphhcs@conplusmeeting.com. Cost: https://publichealth.conplusmeeting.com/register.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Paris, France.
For more info visit publichealth.conplusmeeting.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 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
ECON/EC
Council and Committee Meetings
Transportation and Environment Committee Meeting.
Category: Council and Committee Meetings. Contact Name: Legislative Information Services. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7910. Event Information Email: County.Council@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
3rd floor Council Hearing Room
Stella B. Werner Council Office Building
100 Maryland Avenue
Rockville, Maryland 20850.
(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 8, 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 are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
East County Initiative
.
Category: Health.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 OLD COLUMBIA PIKE, SILVER SPRING MD.
Hispanic Community Liaison Office - Cafecito con Mariela
MCPD Events
MCPD’s Hispanic Community Liaison hosts a monthly virtual session in Spanish to connect with the Hispanic community. Join us for open conversation, community resources, and safety tips.
Online Location: Zoom. Event Type: Engagement. Target Audience: Hispanic / Latino. Category: Community Events. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
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 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Cafecito Con Mariela
East County Initiative
Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-bEBbuWxc0Csl3eAaaCtZK_tvlozNdlDrcwTzux6WkhUQ1oyWlU0UFg2Szc2S040RVlSNzQ1QkFEWS4u&origin=QRCode.
Online Location: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-bEBbuWxc0Csl3eAaaCtZK_tvlozNdlDrcwTzux6WkhUQ1oyWlU0UFg2Szc2S040RVlSNzQ1QkFEWS4u&origin=QRCode. Category: Health. Community Events. Public Safety.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
TE
Council and Committee Meetings
Transportation and Environment Committee Meeting.
Category: Council and Committee Meetings. Contact Name: Legislative Information Services. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7910. Event Information Email: County.Council@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
7th floor Council Hearing Room
Stella B. Werner Council Office Building
100 Maryland Avenue
Rockville, Maryland 20850.
TE/PS
Council and Committee Meetings
Transportation and Environment Committee Meeting.
Category: Council and Committee Meetings. Contact Name: Legislative Information Services. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7910. Event Information Email: County.Council@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
7th floor Council Hearing Room
Stella B. Werner Council Office Building
100 Maryland Avenue
Rockville, Maryland 20850.
Pilgrim Church UCC (PCUCC)
Food
Participants are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Indoor choice pantry - access through side door.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
2206 Briggs Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906.
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.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org. Commission on Common Ownership Communities > Scheduled Hearing: Case 2025-073, Jeremy Bridgett v The Vineyards Condominium, Inc.
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Commission on Common Ownership Communities (CCOC) scheduled a hearing for Case 2025-073, Jeremy Bridgett v The Vineyards Condominium, Inc.
This meeting is open to the public, unless an exception has been approved.
Attendance by computer
Meeting Link: https://planet-depos.zoom.us/j/98346746296
Meeting ID: 983 4674 6296
Passcode: 047210
Attendance by telephone
Call in #: 301 715 8592
Meeting ID: 983 4674 6296
Passcode:047210.
Online Location: https://planet-depos.zoom.us/j/98346746296. Event Information Email: ccoc@montgomerycountymd.gov. Boards: Commission on Common Ownership Communities. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Rockville. Age: Adult.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov. Public Forum on New On-Demand Bus Service Route, Flex Route 918 in Silver Spring
Transit Services
, MCDOT is hosting a public forum at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 8 at White Oak Middle School, 12201 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20904. At the meeting, MCDOT will be proposing the introduction of a new on-demand service route, Ride On Flex Route 918, and collecting public feedback and answering questions. Ride On Flex Route 918 will provide peak-period on-demand transit service to the Ednor, Sandy Spring, Norwood, and Cloverly communities, as well as New Hampshire Avenue between Maryland Route 108 and the White Oak Transit Center. General information about the Flex service is available at montgomerycountymd.gov/dot-transit/flex. For additional information prior to the public forum regarding these proposed changes, please visit the Ride On web site at Public Forums. Email comments to mcdot.rideonpublicforums@montgomerycountymd.gov or send by mail to: MCDOT Division of Transit Services, Ride On Public Forum, 101 Monroe Street, 5th Floor, Rockville, MD 20850.
VIEW PRESS RELEASE HERE.
Category: Transportation. Area: East County. Upcounty. Silver Spring. Contact Name: Ride On Public Forums. Event Information Email: mcdot.rideonpublicforums@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
White Oak Middle School
12201 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www2.montgomerycountymd.gov. Water Quality Advisory Group
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmY1NWZjYTgtYTE4ZS00MjM1LTkxYTktMDM1YTAxYTdjNDVm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d8191ef1-00cd-4b50-8c09-eaa18600d1eb%22%7d. Event Information Email: ho-ching.fong@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Ho-Ching Fong. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7718. Boards: Water Quality Advisory Group. Category: Environmental Protection. Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Upcounty. Silver Spring. Rockville. MidCounty. East County. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board
Silver Spring Regional Services Center
The Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board is tasked with providing advice to the County Executive and County Council on issues affecting Silver Spring and Takoma Park. These issues include transportation, economic development, housing, youth activities and the environment. All meetings are open to the public and we encourage community participation.
Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BuVaklurQNS4-OE7uoxItg. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Business. Community Events. Environmental Protection. Government. Regional Services. Transportation. Age: Adult. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Cornelius Kuteesa. Event Information Email: Cornelius.Kuteesa@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. 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 9, 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 9, 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 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904, 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 9, 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 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Commission on Aging, Aging in Community
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Aging in the Community Committee identifies issues that enable older adults to age either in their own homes or in other non-institutional environments in the community. Issues including housing, transportation, food security, technology and more.
Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82315344483?pwd=U0FxeWxDK0hSaGxwb0krQjY2RUFUZz09. Event Information Email: tremayne.jones@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Tremayne Jones. Event Information Phone: 240-777-1262. Boards: Commission on Aging. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Council Session
Council and Committee Meetings
Council Session.
Category: Council and Committee Meetings. Contact Name: Legislative Information Services. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7910. Event Information Email: County.Council@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 9:30 AM.
Council Office Building, Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.
(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 9, 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 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org. Manna Market
Food
Participants are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 9, 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.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee (WUDAC) Meeting
MidCounty Regional Services Center
The Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee (WUDAC) consists of 11 members appointed by the County Executive and confirmed by the County Council to provide advice on all matters affecting the Wheaton Urban District area (downtown). Members represent businesses, the Chamber of Commerce, residents, and the Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board (MCCAB).
Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Contact Name: Crystal Ruiz. Event Information Email: Crystal.Ruiz@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Virtual.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 9, 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 9, 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 are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 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.
Tuesday, December 9, 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 9, 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. Community Food Pantry
Food
Drive-thru or walk-up distribution of shelf stable foods and fresh produce (approximately 25 lbs).
Food Organizations: Silver Spring Christian Reformed Church. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 3012848401. Event Information Email: foodpantry@sscrc.org. Cost: none.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
1501 Arcola Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20902.
For more info visit www.sscrc.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 9, 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 9, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
White Oak Gardens
11600 Lockwood Drive.
Community Action Board Executive Committee Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Monthly meeting for the Executive Committee of the Community Action Board. The Board is the County's federally-designated anti-poverty group. Please send email to Leah.Goldfine@montgomerycountymd.gov to request the Zoom link.
Online Location: Zoom. Event Information Email: leah.goldfine@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Leah Goldfine. Event Information Phone: 2407771708. Boards: Community Action Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI)
Montgomery County Business Center
Free, online 7-week Healthy Food Business Incubator
Overcome Your Business Challenges! Opportunity to receive $500 to invest in your business!
Is your food business struggling to?
Increase sales of fresh and healthy food in your community? Reach more customers in your area? Find reliable distribution channels for your products? Improve operations in your store, kitchen, or mobile market? Build the business skills you need to grow sustainably?
Who Should Apply?
Grocery or corner store owners wanting to stock more fresh food
Mobile market operators bringing affordable produce to local communities
Food producers or processors seeking better distribution
Food distributors
Commercial kitchen operators serving healthy food entrepreneurs
Food hubs connecting farmers with customers
Program Benefits:
Practical tools to strengthen operations and finances
Strategies to grow your customer base
Direct coaching from experienced business advisors
Networking with peers and partners in the healthy f…
Category: Business. Career. Community Events. Educational Class. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Anette Kaminski. Event Information Phone: (240) 426-7980. Event Information Email: akaminski@ledcmetro.org. Cost: Free / gratuito.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.office.com. 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 9, 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. Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board (APAB)
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Oversees the county's public policies and programs that protect farmland for future generations and makes recommendations to State and County officials regarding farmland preservation issues.
This Board normally meets on the second Tuesday of each month.
To participate via phone dial +1 443-692-5768 - Phone Conference ID: 682 559 733#
To see current and past meeting agendas & minutes, please visit the " Meetings Archives " on the Office of Agriculture Website Footer under "Get Involved".
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NTNhZmI5ODktNjAwYi00OTFlLThkZTMtNzcxZWMyZjI1YzIw%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22ac1d91ff-2cb2-4fbd-ad14-ee34eda5d335%22%7d. Event Information Email: michael.weyand@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Michael Weyand. Event Information Phone: 3015902856. Boards: Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Citizens Review Panel For Children
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Citizens Review Panel for Children (“Panel”) is charged with examining the policies, procedures, and practices of Maryland and Montgomery County agencies to evaluate the extent to which Montgomery County agencies are effectively fulfilling their responsibility to implement the child protection standards as the panel works collaboratively with the County’s Department's Health & Human Services.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmI0MGMzMDEtMTJiNy00NjhlLWE1OGYtMmI4MDQ0MWU5MmZk%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%229e8b369d-aba3-48ef-bae0-fb8a445e1292%22%7d. Event Information Email: lisa.merkin@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Lisa Merkin. Event Information Phone: 240-777-3547. Boards: Citizens Review Panel for Children. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Kids. Family.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Montgomery County Ethics Commission Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Montgomery County Ethics Commission
Monthly Public Meeting.
Event Information Email: Ethics.Commission@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Erin O'Connor. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6676. Boards: Ethics Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Family.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
100 Maryland Avenue, Room 114
Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Sign Review Board Meeting
Events
The Sign Review Board meets virtually at 8:30 a.m. on Microsoft Teams.
Join the meeting now, Meeting ID: 219 520 235 061 97, Passcode: nT76Dv2v, Dial in by phone, +1 443-692-5768,813468035# United States, Baltimore, Find a local number, Phone conference ID: 813 468 035#.
Online Location: Microsoft Teams. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Government. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Roger Waterstreet. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6254. Event Information Email: Roger.Waterstreet@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
For more info visit www.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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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. (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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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 are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, 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 10, 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. 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 10, 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.
Wednesday, December 10, 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. 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 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
South Lake Elementary School
18201 Contour Rd
Gaithersburg MD 20882.
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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. (By Appointment Only) Manna Choice Market at the Grove (USG)
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. MidCounty. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
9631 Gudelsky Drive, USG Lot 2, Rockville, MD 20850
BSE Building IV, Room G318.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. (By Appointment Only) Manna Choice Market at the Grove!
Food
USG is proud to partner with Manna Food Center to offer Manna Choice Market at the Grove! On the second Wednesday of every month, students and their families will be able to access our market to select fresh produce and other perishable and nonperishable healthy foods. Participants must be Montgomery County Residents. All participants must be signed up at least 24 hours prior to arriving at the market. Participants must contact (301) 424-1130 to save their spot. Please remember to bring your reusable bags.
Community patrons should park in Lot 2 on campus and take a ticket upon entry. Parking validations will be given at the market and are valid for one hour. Please note that vehicles not parked in gated lots may receive a citation. View the USG Campus Map for more information.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Mobile Market. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. MidCounty. Silver Spring. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Upcounty. East County. Event Information Phone: 301-424-1130. Event Information Email: usg-groveressentials@umd.edu. Cost: Free!
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
9631 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
Biomedical Sciences & Engineering Building
Ground floor, room G318.
For more info visit shadygrove.umd.edu. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission, December Planning Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Zoom Meeting
https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/84616348853?pwd=n6BUB2tFZqlz9JAZfCKshLgBDJfxTQ.1
Meeting ID: 846 1634 8853
Passcode: 977173
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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/84616348853?pwd=n6BUB2tFZqlz9JAZfCKshLgBDJfxTQ.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. MidCounty. East County. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 10, 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 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org. 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.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2 Teachers Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit www.mannafood.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.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Windsor Court and Tower Apartments
13900 Castle Blvd.
Commission on People with Disabilities
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Agendas are available 7 days prior to the meeting date. Visit https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/ADS/CPWD/CPWDAgenda.html#agenda
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7390017153
If you want to call into the meeting, call 301-715-8592, use Meeting ID 739 001 7153 followed by #.
Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7390017153. Event Information Email: Betsy.Luecking@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Betsy Luecking, Staff Liaison. Event Information Phone: 240-418-4865. Boards: Commission on People with Disabilities. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Montgomery Cares Advisory Board
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Board's mission is to advise and recommend policies that ensure access to high quality, efficient health care and related services for low-income, uninsured and under insured County residents.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_M2M0NWYwOWMtMzQzMC00ZTA4LWFhNmMtNjFlMTU3NjgwZjEy%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2292592d77-0ca1-4f07-83fa-c7519683bdd3%22%7d. Event Information Email: ashley.miller@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Ashley Miller. Event Information Phone: (240)-672-4931. Boards: Montgomery Cares Program Advisory Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Pro Bono Legal Clinics
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.
Event Information Phone: 301-424-7651. Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
11002 Veirs Mill Road. Suite 506, Wheaton, MD 20902.
For more info visit barmont.org. Virtual Public Hearing on the Flower Avenue Separated Bike Lanes Project
DOT Events
On Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m. the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss the proposed Flower Avenue Separated Bike Lanes project in Takoma Park. The public will have an opportunity to provide testimony and ask questions. The Flower Avenue Separated Bike Lanes Project will add a low-stress bikeway along Flower Avenue between Arliss Street and Piney Branch Road (MD 320) and will also improve traffic and pedestrian safety. This facility will help to provide connections for cyclists to the future Purple Line station at Arliss Street.
At the public hearing, MCDOT will present project details, costs, and the project schedule. MCDOT will also obtain public testimony and answer questions. Public input is encouraged and may influence the final design of the project. Please register online to attend the hearing. After registering, the Zoom platform will send attendees an email containing the Zoom link and passcode needed to attend the virtual…
Online Location: Please register to attend: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dot-dte/projects/FlowerAvenueBikeLanes/index.html. Category: Public Safety. Transportation. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Khursheed Bilgrami. Event Information Phone: 240-777-7266. Event Information Email: Khursheed.Bilgrami@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: n/a.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Committee Against Hate Violence Monthly Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Committee Against Hate Violence monthly meeting.
Event Information Email: anis.ahmed@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Anis Ahmed. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8454. Boards: Committee Against Hate/Violence. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Rockville. Age: Adult.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Office of Human Rights
Large Conference Room
21 Maryland Avenue, Suite 331
Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Committee Against Hate/Violence
Boards, Committees and Commissions
This meeting will be held in person.
In-person meetings will be held at the Large Conference Room, Office of Human Rights, 21 Maryland Avenue, Suite 330, (3rd Floor of the Rockville Library Building), Rockville, Maryland 20850. Meeting places are subject to change. Meeting date(s) are also subject to change due to observance of religious holidays and inclement weather conditions.
Event Information Email: anis.ahmed@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Anis Ahmed. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8454. Boards: Committee Against Hate/Violence. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
21 Maryland Avenue Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov. Library Board
Boards, Committees and Commissions
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Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rockville Memorial Library, 3rd Floor
21 Maryland Ave. Suite 310
Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. CED-MC Committee Against Hate-Violence Meeting
MCPD Events
Monthly Committee Against Hate/Violence Meeting.
Police Districts: Countywide. Event Type: Chief/Commander Advisory Meeting. MCPD Level of Participation: Facilitate/Present. Category: Public Safety. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Captain Jordan Satinsky. Event Information Email: jordan.satinsky@montgomerycountymd.gov. Event Information Phone: 2407736980.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
21 Maryland Avenue
Rockville, MD 20850.
Popcorn Mastermind
Montgomery County Business Center
Facilitated by:
Rod Bourn, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Outreach Director
Join us for an amazing exercise to help deal with the biggest problem you're currently facing!
Participants rapidly exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and brainstorm solutions in a high-energy environment to develop innovative solutions to their toughest current business issues. All walk away with a list of remarkable feedback from which they can immediately take action.
You will also get information on the upcoming Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program!
Category: Business. Educational Class. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Ken White. Event Information Email: info@marylandbcc.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce
8601 Georgia Avenue #203
Silver Spring, MD 20910.
For more info visit popcorn-mastermind-dec25.eventbrite.com. 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 11, 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.
Thursday, December 11, 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.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904, 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.
Thursday, December 11, 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 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Commission on Aging, Public Policy
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Public Policy Committee advocates for policies, programs, and proposals at the local, State, and Federal level that positively affect the lives of Montgomery County's older adults.
Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82549737756?pwd=zTudey8L3f1SXGf5oW7m3wWgbUys9z.1. Event Information Email: tremayne.jones@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Tremayne Jones. Event Information Phone: 240-777-1262. Boards: Commission on Aging. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. DPS Outreach at Wheaton Community Recreation Center
Events
DPS staff will be available to answer permitting questions and provide info about programs and services.
Category: Government. Contact Name: Sonya Burke. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6272. Event Information Email: sonya.burke@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
11701 Georgia Avenue at Wheaton Community Center.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. (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 11, 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. Virtual Montgomery County Incubators Open House - December
Montgomery County Business Center
We are excited to announce the launch of our Virtual Incubators Open House series!
These sessions are designed to provide an overview of the Montgomery County Innovation Centers, including:
, The industry focus of each incubator, The intake and evaluation process, Answers to frequently asked questions from prospective tenants and partners,
Our goal is to streamline communications and give you the opportunity to learn more about our incubators, whether you are considering joining or simply want to better understand the resources we provide.
Upcoming Sessions, Monday, October 20 – 10:00 AM ET – Register Here, Thursday, November 20 – 10:00 AM ET – Register Here, Thursday, December 11 – 10:00 AM ET – Register Here,
Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with details on how to join.
We look forward to welcoming you to one of our upcoming Open House sessions and sharing how the Innovation Centers can support your business journey.
Category: Business. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Alicia Chavez. Event Information Email: alicia.chavez@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Thursday, December 11, 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.
Thursday, December 11, 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 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org. Manna Market
Food
Participants are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. Seniors Holiday Brunch
REC-Events
Celebrate the winter season with MoCoRec with this special holiday brunch! There will be music, dancing, food, and fun and games for all to enjoy.
Category: Seniors. Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Seniors. Area: Silver Spring.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 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.
Thursday, December 11, 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 11, 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 11, 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 are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Thursday, December 11, 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 11, 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 11, 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.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Greencastle Elementary School
13611 Robey Road.
Alcohol and Other Drug Addiction Advisory Council (AODAAC)
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Alcohol and Other Drug Addiction Advisory Council (AODAAC) meets monthly to discuss and continue learning about substance use issues facing our community. AODAAC provides guidance to the County Executive and County Council to identify alcohol and other drug prevention and treatment needs in Montgomery County and reviews the County's efforts to address those needs.
The Alcohol and Other Drug Addiction Advisory Council (AODAAC) meets monthly to discuss and continue learning about substance use issues facing our community. AODAAC provides guidance to the County Executive and County Council to identify alcohol and other drug prevention and treatment needs in Montgomery County and reviews the County's efforts to address those needs.
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Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tree of Hope
30 Courthouse Square
Rockville, MD 20850.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 11, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Dickerson Area Facilities Implementation Group (DAFIG) Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Meetings are held Quarterly in March, June, September, and December on the second Tuesday of the month.
Meetings are Hybrid (In-person and Virtual) In-person at Gothic Barn 20900 Martinsburg Road, Dickerson, MD 20842 , Virtual via Microsoft Teams Join Microsoft Teams Meeting: Link , Call: 443-692-5768; Conference ID: 819 016 737# , , All meetings are open to the public. To confirm meeting times and location, contact David Rosenbaum at David.Rosenbaum@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov or 240-777-6571. , Sign language interpreter services will be provided upon request with notice as far in advance as possible, but no less than five business days prior to the meeting. If you need this or other services or aids to participate in a Dickerson Area Facilities Implementation Group meeting, contact David Rosenbaum at David.Rosenbaum@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov or 240-777-6571.
Online Location: Teams link in description. Event Information Email: David.Rosenbaum@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Contact Name: David Rosenbaum. Event Information Phone: 443-692-5768. Boards: Dickerson Area Facilities Implementation Group. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Environmental Protection. Recycling. Area: Upcounty. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Gothic Barn 20900 Martinsburg Road, Dickerson, MD 20842.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Fire and Emergency Services Commission Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
The Fire and Emergency Services Commission regularly meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. except for County holidays or closing. Meetings will be held in the lobby conference rooms of the PSHQ, located at 100 Edison Park Drive, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878. All meetings are conducted in accordance with the Maryland Open Meetings Act. Notice of cancellation or schedule/location change will be posted on this website.
Please be advised that, henceforth, notice of Fire and Emergency Service Commission meeting date, time and place, as well as agenda, will be publicly posted at MCFRS - Fire and Emergency Services Commission (montgomerycountymd.gov) pursuant to Sec. 3-302(c)(3)(ii) of the Maryland Open Meetings Act.
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Online Location: https://mcfrs.zoom.us/j/84637941540?pwd=UDM2VytEQ2RxR0xrcDJGUENDbS9XQT09. Event Information Email: heather.jeffrey@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Heather Jeffrey. Event Information Phone: 240-777-2486. Boards: Fire and Emergency Services Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Public Safety Headquarters
100 Edison Park Drive, First Floor
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Rustic Roads Advisory Committee Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
This is the December meeting of the Rustic Roads Advisory Committee. This is in lieu of a November meeting and a late December meeting due to conflicts with holidays.
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Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit montgomeryplanning.org. Montgomery County Commission for Women Meeting
Commission for Women
This is the monthly meeting for the Montgomery County Commission for Women. All are welcome!
Though the agenda changes monthly, this is the format:
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Executive Committee Report
3. Director Report
4. Committee Reports
5. Liaison Reports
6. Old Business
7. New Business
8. Announcements.
Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Rockville. Contact Name: Jodi Finkelstein. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8300. Event Information Email: jodi.finkelstein@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: free.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
21 Maryland Ave, Suite 330
Settlement Conference Room.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. CANCELLED - 25th Annual Minority Legislative Breakfast
Montgomery County Business Center
Category: Community Events. Age: Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Event Information Email: events@hccmc.org.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
For more info visit mlbmd.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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Apple Ridge Recreation Area
10101 Apple Ridge Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886.
(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 12, 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 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM.
5020 Battery Lane • Bethesda • MD • 20817.
Manna Market
Food
Participants are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. DPS Offices Closing Early
Events
DPS offices will close early, at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 12. Apply for permits and submit construction plans online at any time. The Customer Service Lobby will reopen at 7:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 15.
Category: Government.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
2425 Reedie Drive, 7th Floor, Wheaton, MD 20902.
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.
Friday, December 12, 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 12, 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 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878.
For more info visit senecacreek.org. Manna Market
Food
Participants are provided with bags to shop for shelf-stable items, fresh vegetables, and protein.
Participants should bring their proof of address (ID, lease, letter, etc.)
Parking available.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. East County. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Friday, December 12, 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 12, 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 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org. 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: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Teens Night Out: Laser Tag
REC-Events
Join us for Teens Night Out at Long Branch CRC! Enjoy an action-packed evening of laser tag, music and fun with friends in a safe and exciting environment. Don't miss out on this high-energy night designed just for teens!
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Area: Silver Spring.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Long Branch Community Recreation Center
8700 Piney Branch Road
Silver Spring, MD.
Commission on Common Ownership Communities > Community Governance Fundamentals
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Directors who have been elected or appointed to a condominium, co-op, or HOA board for the first time must take this training course in order to receive a “certificate of completion” as required by the Montgomery County Code, Chapter 10B. This course is also open to unit owners interested in learning about common ownership community operations. Topics discussed will include Governing Documents, Ethics, Financial Management, Audits, Reserve Studies, Elections, Conducting Meetings, etc. This class requires approximately 4 hours. Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s6oFUp3ZTIqqcU07dCm2Iw **Class must have a minimum of six attendees to move forward. We will notify all registrants if the class is canceled. **,
Please visit our website at https://montgomerycountymd.gov/ccoc for more information.
Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s6oFUp3ZTIqqcU07dCm2Iw. Event Information Email: Nicolette.Fahs@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Contact Name: Nicolette Fahs. Event Information Phone: 240-777-3655. Boards: Commission on Common Ownership Communities. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Adult.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 13, 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 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
East County CRC
3310 Gateshead Manor Way
Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Arleeta's Food Pantry
Food
Food distribution every 2nd and 4th SATURDAY of each month. Canned, packaged, dry goods given, 1-4 bags per family, depending on family size. Proteins, starches, veggies, fruits, soups, cereals. Occasionally we have fresh items.
Stop by to see us for packaged food items!
Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Rebecca W McGinnis. Event Information Phone: 301-979-8111. Event Information Email: rgwmcginnis7@gmail.com. Cost: Free!
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Silver Spring United Methodist Church
8900 Georgia Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20910.
ICMcares Food Pantry (By appointment only)
Food
Please be sure to sign up to pickup food at ICM .
We have shelf-stable items in boxes + fresh vegetables. Clients should bring their own bags for the produce. We are in the building on the side next to recycling bin, parking is right there.
This event is a walk up event for adults by appointment only.
Click the link to sign up.
Food Organizations: Islamic Center of Maryland. Category: Community Events. Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Upcounty. Event Information Email: socialservices@icomd.org.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
ICM metal building , (Building 1 in the front) 19411 Woodfield Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
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.
Saturday, December 13, 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 13, 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 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
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 13, 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 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Front door, First Baptist Church
828 Wayne Ave.
Silver Spring, MD
20910.
Holiday Food Giveaway
Food
Free drive-thru Food Giveaway.
Category: Food Distribution. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 3017921313. Event Information Email: dennymazz@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Little Free Pantry at Covenant United Methodist Church.
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 13, 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 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.
Cancer in Our Community: Taking Action Together
Wellness Community Events
This is a free Cancer Prevention event focused on empowering you to take action in your health! Enjoy a live food demonstration, explore free health resources, and enter to win exciting giveaways in our raffle. This event is presented in partnership with the African American Health Program and Suburban Hospital. Do not miss this opportunity to learn practical tips for healthy living and connect with community health experts. For questions about the event or if you would like to submit a question to the experts, please email margarette.acevero001@holycrosshealth.org.
Category: Community Events. Educational Class. Health. Age: Family. Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Margarette Acevero. Event Information Phone: 301-557-1231. Event Information Email: margarette.acevero001@holycrosshealth.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
1500 Forest Glen Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
For more info visit www.holycrosshealth.org. Cocoa & Crafts
REC-Events
Celebrate winter and enjoy a hot cocoa bar, fun themed games and a winter wonderland photo op!
Registration required by Dec. 5. For more information, contact 240-777-8050.
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: Upcounty. MidCounty.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Ross Boddy Neighborhood Recreation Center.
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 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Snowflake Festival and Games
REC-Events
Enjoy arts and crafts, snowball games, cookies, hot chocolate and hot cider, and other family fun activities.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. MidCounty.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Upper County Community Recreation Center
8201 Emory Grove Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com. Therapeutic Recreation Presents Santa's Workshop
REC-Events
Youth with disabilities and their families are invited to visit Santa at Wheaton's North Pole and make crafts with his elves. Enjoy holiday games and treats too!
Category: Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Teens. Family. Area: Silver Spring. MidCounty. Cost: Free.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Wheaton Community Recreation Center
11701 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com. Creek Critters @ Rockville Science Center
Watershed Restoration
Category: Environmental Protection. Age: Kids. Adult. Teens. Family. Area: Rockville.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
36 Maryland Ave C, Rockville, MD 20850.
The Future of Money - What Stablecoins Mean for Consumers & Economics
Montgomery County Business Center
The Next Revolution: Digital Currency and Global Power
Objective: To equip community members, students, professionals and business owners with a deeper understanding of digital currency innovations, their global economic impact and practical strategies for navigating the evolving financial landscape.
Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Stuart Rutchik. Event Information Phone: 3012136181. Event Information Email: sturutchik@gmail.com. Cost: 0.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Montgomery College, Science Center (Room SC-462), Rockville, MD 20850
Parking in Lots 9, 10 & 11.
Teens Night Out: College Sports Recruiting Panel
REC-Events
Many teenagers dream of playing sports at the college level, but often lack the information needed to make that dream a reality. Featuring current and former college coaches and athletic directors, this panel is designed to educate both parents and teens about teh recruiting process and tuition assistance while providing valuable insight into navigating the path to collegiate athletics.
Category: Parks & Recreation. Community Events. Age: Teens. Area: MidCounty. Rockville.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Bauer Drive Community Recreation Center.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com. Snow & Ice Family Festival
REC-Events
Celebrate winter at the Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation and Senior Center's annual Snow and Ice Fmaily Festival! Activities include roller skating, crafts, a cocoa bar, games, music and more. Participants will also have the opportunity to take photos with a snowman.
Registration is required.
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. Upcounty. MidCounty.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation Center
13850 Travilah Road
Rockville, MD.
For more info visit mdmontgomeryctyweb.myvscloud.com. Deck The Halls with Spaghetti and Meatballs
REC-Events
Celebrate the holiday season at Deck the Halls! The Bloom at Good Hope concert will start at 5 p.m. featuring performances by Elijah Balbed and the JoGo Project, followed by a free family dinner at 6:30 p.m. Afterwards, enjoy games, s'mores, arts and crafts and a hot cocoa bar.
Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. This is a free event for all ages.
Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Good Hope Neighborhood Recreation Center.
DECK THE HALLS WITH SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALS W/ MUSIC BY STRATHMORE
East County Initiative
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Category: Parks & Recreation. Age: Adult. Teens. Kids. Family.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
14715 GOOD HOPE RD.
Hannukah (Chanukah)
Days of Commemoration
Hanukkah (Chanukah) is celebrated by Jewish people around the world to commemorate their victory in the Maccabean War of 162 B.C. After the war, the Temple was cleansed and rededicated and the Menorah (perpetual lamp) was relit. Hanukkah means "dedication" in Hebrew. The celebration of Hanukkah is also known as the "Feast of Lights" because one of the stories told is that the oil for the lamps was sufficient only for one day but burned miraculously for eight days. Today, Jewish families celebrate Hanukkah by lighting a special Menorah with eight candles plus a ninth shammash candle (server used to light the others). The dates of the Holiday usually fall in November or December, starting on the 25th day of Kislev in the Hebrew calendar each year.
Category: Holidays.
Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Monday, December 22, 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 14, 2025, 12:30 AM – 3:30 AM.
520 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring
MD 20904.
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 14, 2025, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bi weekly at GGSF
13814 Travilah Rd, Rockville 20854
Next distribution is on Sunday 5th of October. Future dates ~ Oct 19th.
~ November 2nd & 16th.
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 14, 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 14, 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 14, 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 14, 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 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
11701 New Hampshire Ave. 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.
Sunday, December 14, 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 14, 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 14, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
520 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
25th Annual Minority Legislative Breakfast
Montgomery County Business Center
Every year in December, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Montgomery County (HCCMC), the African American Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County, and the Asian American Political Alliance get together to host the annual Minority Legislative Breakfast (MLB).
This event fosters a space to discuss legislative issues that have an impact on the minority business community of Montgomery County in Maryland, and to develop a common agenda presented as our legislative priorities.
Category: Community Events. Business. Government. Age: Adult. 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: $100 - $5,000.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
For more info visit mlbmd.org. 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.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. 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 15, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Commission on Aging, Communications Committee
Boards, Committees and Commissions
COA Communication Committee meets the third Monday of every month on zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting, https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82041733495?pwd=Sis5bGJyTG9RTmdnTTMrRFp4SmxuQT09, Phone call in: 301-715-8592
Meeting ID: 820 4173 3495
Passcode: 826630.
Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82041733495?pwd=Sis5bGJyTG9RTmdnTTMrRFp4SmxuQT09. Event Information Email: tremayne.jones@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Tremayne Jones. Event Information Phone: 240-777-1262. Boards: Commission on Aging. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
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.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. USG Mobile Market
Food
The Mobile Market is a program supported by the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB), which provides fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables, and other food items at ZERO COST for distribution to the USG campus and community. All you need to do is stop by the ground floor of the BSE in room G318, bring your reusable bags, and pick up some food. Are you interested in volunteering? We welcome all interested volunteers to help support the market operations each month. Please sign up here for future dates to lend a hand with our food distribution efforts.
Community patrons should park in Lot 2 on campus and take a ticket upon entry. Parking validations will be given at the market and are valid for one hour. Please note that vehicles not parked in gated lots may receive a citation. View the USG Campus Map for more information.
Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Mobile Market. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. MidCounty. Silver Spring. Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Upcounty. East County. Event Information Phone: 301-738-6023. Event Information Email: usg-groveressentials@umd.edu. Cost: Free!
Monday, December 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
9631 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
Biomedical Sciences & Engineering Building
Ground floor, room G318.
For more info visit shadygrove.umd.edu. Friendship Heights Urban District Advisory Committee
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Quarterly meeting with the Friendship Heights Urban District Advisory Committee and the Regional Services Director
Join Teams Meeting
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Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 245 935 510 532
Passcode: eJ5tyA.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OGM3MjlmNjktZGIzMy00MTI5LWI3OGYtYzZmYmI4OGNmMGM2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220228392a-b5c9-4104-8f2e-2370c37dc2bc%22%7d. Event Information Email: Peter.Fosselman@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Contact Name: Peter Fosselman. Event Information Phone: 301-524-0645. Boards: Friendship Heights Urban District Advisory Committee. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Age: Adult.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
(By Appointment Only) Pilgrim Church UCC (PCUCC)
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. East County. MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
2206 Briggs Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Access through the side door.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. Board Meeting
Board of Elections Calendar
Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
18753 N Frederick Ave Suite 210
Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
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 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org. Upcounty Citizens Advisory Board Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86090967789. Event Information Email: jake.adler@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Jake Adler. Event Information Phone: 240-447-0216. Boards: Upcounty Citizens Advisory Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
12900 Middlebrook Rd. Germantown MD 20874.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Western Montgomery County Citizens Advisory Board - DownCounty
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Online Location: https://tinyurl.com/mwwdmmxd Meeting ID: 220 797 301 850 Passcode: pDwQWY. Event Information Email: Peter.Fosselman@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Peter Fosselman. Event Information Phone: 3015240645. Boards: Western Montgomery County Citizens Advisory Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Age: Adult. Seniors.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
4805 Edgemoor Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814.
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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Set navigation for 12120 Tech Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904, 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
12301 Old Columbia Pike, MD 20904.
For more info visit www.mannafood.org. Scale Without Hustle
Montgomery County Business Center
Too many small businesses stay stuck in survival mode — hustling for the next sale instead of building for growth.
In this session, Chad Smith reveals the 3 foundational systems every entrepreneur needs to scale: lead generation, conversion, and delivery.
Attendees will learn how to stop relying on referrals, move beyond random opportunities, and create a business that grows predictably without burning out.
Online Location: Zoom. Category: Business. Educational Class. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Rockville. Contact Name: Ken White. Event Information Email: info@marylandbcc.org. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit mbcc-small-biz-series.eventbrite.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.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
All food is delivered to homes.
Adult Public Guardianship Review Board
Boards, Committees and Commissions
APGRB is a closed meeting to discuss all clients in adult public guardianship twice a year.
Online Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting. Event Information Email: Jackie.Osborne@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Contact Name: Jackie Osborne. Event Information Phone: 240-777-3812. Boards: Adult Public Guardianship Review Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Rockville. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
401 Hungerford Dr, 5th Floor Large Conference
Rockville, Maryland 20850.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Church of Nazarene
8921 Warfield Rd
Gaithersburg MD 20882.
Interagency Commission on Homelessness Full Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
December meeting will be held virtually, only.
https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/89306023873?pwd=a5INGP13BbUlLInOLbtgpb0HVQmzLV.1
Webinar ID: 893 0602 3873
Passcode: 341720
Phone one-tap:
+13017158592,89306023873#,,*341720# US (Washington DC)
+13126266799,89306023873#,,*341720# US (Chicago).
Online Location: https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/89306023873?pwd=a5INGP13BbUlLInOLbtgpb0HVQmzLV.1. Event Information Email: rozina.adhanom@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Rozina Adhanom. Event Information Phone: 240-447-5565. Boards: Interagency Commission on Homelessness. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. (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 16, 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. 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 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
301 Muddy Branch Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org. 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 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
2 Teachers Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit www.mannafood.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 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
White Oak Gardens
11600 Lockwood Drive.
Commission on Veterans Affairs
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Join the meeting via Zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7390017153?omn=86749192621
If you want to call into the meeting, call 301-715-8592, use Meeting ID 739 001 7153 followed by #.
Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7390017153?omn=86749192621. Event Information Email: Betsy.Luecking@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Betsy Luecking, Staff Liaison. Event Information Phone: 240-418-4865. Boards: Commission on Veterans Affairs. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. 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 16, 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. Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC)
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Acts as liaison between the county government and the agricultural sector to provide input and recommendations on issues impacting rural and agricultural areas. The meetings occur on the third Tuesday of each month.
Agendas can be found here:
https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/agservices/archives/advisoryarchives2024.html.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjNkM2NhZTctODRiMi00YWM3LThlMTYtZGU2M2FjMzg2NmZk%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22f0962c0e-51db-456b-8e25-34b3885564cf%22%7d. Event Information Email: Mike.Scheffel@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Mike Scheffel. Event Information Phone: 301-590-2830. Boards: Agricultural Advisory Committee. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Upcounty. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Airpark Community Advisory Committee Meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Monthly meeting of the Airpark Community Advisory Committee. Information about the committee and meeting agendas can be found on the committee webpage.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/280878505765?p=URiWyc0OE5oIXCLfew. Event Information Email: joseph.pospisil@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Joe Pospisil. Event Information Phone: 240-777-2160. Boards: Airpark Community Advisory Committee. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Upcounty. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Upper County Community Center
8201 Emory Grove Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20877.
For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov. Western Montgomery County Citizens Advisory Board (WMCCAB )meeting
Boards, Committees and Commissions
Monthly meeting.
Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MmJhZWFhNjItNDBmNS00ZDkzLTlhNTUtNjZkYjI1Y2QwY2Ex%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%220228392a-b5c9-4104-8f2e-2370c37dc2bc%22%7d. Event Information Email: Peter.fosselman@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Peter Fosselman. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8416. Boards: Western Montgomery County Citizens Advisory Board. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
4805 Edgemoor Ln, Bethesda, Maryland 20814, United States.
HIP Virtual Tenant Info Session
DHCA Events
Online Location: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/housing-initiative-partnership-12677008202. Category: Town Hall Meetings. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. HIP Virtual Tenant Info Session
DHCA Events
Online Location: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/housing-initiative-partnership-12677008202. Category: Town Hall Meetings. Age: Adult.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com.