Montgomery County Event Calendar

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, January 23, 2026, 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, January 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. 3132 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD 20906.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Friday, January 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.org.

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, January 23, 2026, 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, January 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions

Food Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org. Friday, January 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Apple Ridge Recreation 10101 Apple Ridge Rd Montgomery Village, MD 20886.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 23, 2026, 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. Friday, January 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

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, January 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878. For more info visit senecacreek.org.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 23, 2026, 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, January 23, 2026, 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, January 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 301 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.

Kingdom Cares Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kingdom Cares Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. East County CRC 3310 Gateshead Manor Way Silver Spring, MD 20910.

Rainbow CDC Grab-N-Go

East County Regional Services Center Rainbow CDC Grab-N-Go. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Area: East County. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Rainbow CDC 2120 Industrial Parkway Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Ride On Showcased on January 50+ Cable Show

Transit Services MCDOT's Senior/Disabled Transportation Specialist and JCA will be guests on the January production of 50+ in Montgomery County, a cable TV program for and about older adults, co-produced by the Commission on Aging. Online Location: Comcast channel 6, Channel 996 HD, Verizon channel 30. Category: Seniors. Media/Press. Transportation. Contact Name: Denise Isreal. Event Information Phone: 3014677218. Event Information Email: denise.isreal@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: N/A. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.

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, January 24, 2026, 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, January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. East County Community Center 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, January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Tai Chi & QiQong Class

East County Regional Services Center Tai Chi & QiQong Class. Category: Community Events. Health. Seniors. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. White Oak Library 11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904.

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, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Front door, First Baptist Church 828 Wayne Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910.

Saturday Food Distribution

Food Saturday mornings food distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301-442-1151. Event Information Email: stcamillusfoodpantry@gmail.com. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 1500 St. Camillus Drive Silver Spring, MD 20903. For more info visit stcamilluschurch.org.

A CLINIC WITHOUT BORDERS- EVERY SATURDAY

East County Initiative . Category: Health. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.

FREE PEDIATRIC CLINIC-EVERY 4TH SATURDAY

East County Initiative . Category: Health. Age: Kids. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.

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. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Kathy Vazquez. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6484. Event Information Email: Katherine.Vazquez@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: None. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910. 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. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

The Father’s Heart Food and Essential Services Program (TFH)

Food Frozen meals, Assorted Vegetables, Assorted Fruit, Dairy, Non-perishables Service times, Saturdays: 3.00PM - 5.00 PM, Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Mondays: 6:00PM - 8:00 PM. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 202-630-5172. Event Information Email: connect.dmcbamd@gmail.com. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Difference Makers Church, 11210 Bethesda Church Road , Damascus MD, 20872. For more info visit dmcbamd.web.app.

Board Games

East County Regional Services Center Board Games. Category: Community Events. Age: Teens. Kids. Family. Area: East County. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. White Oak Library 11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Arleeta's Food Pantry

Food Walk-in food distribution monthly, 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. 9 a.m.-12 Noon. 1-4 bags of pre-packaged food items in cans, boxes, bags given to families once a month. Foods include proteins, starches, vegetables, fruits, cereals, soups. Occasionally fresh items are available. Stop by to receive your items! Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. Silver Spring. Contact Name: Rebecca W McGinnis. Event Information Phone: 301-979-8111. Event Information Email: rgwmcginnis7@gmail.com. Cost: Free! Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Silver Spring United Methodist Church 8900 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910.

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. Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. 18800 New Hampshire Ave, Ashton, MD 20860.

Free Food

Food Bi weekly free food for families in need. Veg meal, produce, canned foods, bread and milk whilst supplies last. Drive through on Sunday 25th January. February 8th & 22nd March 8th & 22nd April 5th & 19th May 3rd & 17th & 31st June 14th & 28th. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Meal Service. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Rockville. Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 609-751-8729. Event Information Email: shergillaman1@gmail.com. Cost: Free. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. 13814 Travilah Rd, Rockville MD 20850.

CANCELLED - We Do Seva Inc. (GGSF) Free Food Distribution

Food Free food for families in need, currently we are serving on a bi weekly basis every other Sunday. Vegetarian meals, milk, bread, produce and non perishables til supplies last. our distribution currently is a grab and go, clients stay in their cars and we continue til we ran out of items available on that particular day. Food Organizations: Guru Gobind Singh Foundation Trust. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Prepared Meals. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Event Information Phone: 609-751-8729. Event Information Email: shergillaman1@gmail.com. Cost: Free. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.

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 3 hours. Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vSWMGLmzSfqWK332-GUHsw **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_vSWMGLmzSfqWK332-GUHsw. Event Information Email: ccoc@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. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov.

Ride On Showcased on January 50+ Cable Show

Transit Services MCDOT's Senior/Disabled Transportation Specialist and JCA will be guests on the January production of 50+ in Montgomery County, a cable TV program for and about older adults, co-produced by the Commission on Aging. Online Location: Comcast channel 6, Channel 996 HD, Verizon channel 30. Category: Seniors. Media/Press. Transportation. Contact Name: Denise Isreal. Event Information Phone: 3014677218. Event Information Email: denise.isreal@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: N/A. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.

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, January 25, 2026, 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. Age: Kids. Teens. 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: None. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 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, January 25, 2026, 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.

Tai Chi for You

East County Regional Services Center Thai Chi for You. Category: Community Events. Health. Seniors. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

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, January 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: East County. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries 520 Randolph Road Silver Spring, MD 20904.

City of Light Helping Hands Food Pantry

Food We distribute culturally appropriate relevant food that support residents of diverse communities. Food Organizations: Kings & Priests Court Int'l Ministries. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3014676646. Event Information Email: kpciministries@gmail.com. Cost: Free. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 12:30 PM – 3:30 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: . Category: Food Distribution. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. 520 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.

CANCELLED - The Father’s Heart Food and Essential Services Program (TFH)

Food Frozen meals, Assorted Vegetables, Assorted Fruit, Dairy, Non-perishables Service times, Saturdays: 3.00PM - 5.00 PM, Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Mondays: 6:00PM - 8:00 PM. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 202-630-5172. Event Information Email: connect.dmcbamd@gmail.com. Sunday, January 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit dmcbamd.web.app.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Monday, January 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.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, January 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

EC

Council and Committee Meetings Education and Culture 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, January 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 3rd floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

ECON

Council and Committee Meetings Economic Development 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, January 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. 7th floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

CANCELLED - Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

Build It!

East County Regional Services Center Build It! Category: Community Events. Age: Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Monday, January 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. White Oak Library 11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904.

TeenWorks Networking Event

REC-Events This event is designed to help graduating TeenWorks participants engage with Recreation career staff and important stakeholders. It focuses on developing professional communication, networking and public speaking skills while also creating opportunities for potential future employment. Participants will receieve valuable on-site tips and tricks for effective networking as they prepare to mingle with career staff. Category: Parks & Recreation. Age: Teens. Adult. Area: Silver Spring. MidCounty. Monday, January 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Mid-County Community Recreation Center.

CANCELLED - 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, January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit shadygrove.umd.edu.

Drive through food drive

Food GNFA runs a drive through food drive the second and fourth Sundays of every month. Volunteers are welcome from 11-3. Service hours available. Bags of shelf stables and produce provided. Community distribution occurs from 12-3. Please see @gnfafooddrive on IG for details. Next 2025 dates: Oct 26, Nov 9 & 23, Dec 14 & 28. Category: Food Distribution. Volunteers. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3017287138. Event Information Email: fooddrive@gnfa.org. Cost: Free. Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Guru Nanak Foundation of America (parking lot ) 12917 Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Olney Help Food Pantry

Food No in person distribution. Everything is delivered. We serve zip codes 20832, 20833,20860, 20861, 20862 and a very small portion of 20855 Call 301-774-4334 for information or email help@olneyhelp.org. No documentation is required. We do need confidential family information and location information. Appointments are scheduled several days in advance. Deliveries are usually Mon - Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Different times may be available. Food Organizations: Olney Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Family. Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-774-4334. Event Information Email: help@olneyhelp.org. Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

State Legislative 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. Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:30 PM. Council Office Building, Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

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Council and Committee Meetings Public Safety 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, January 26, 2026, 1:45 PM – 4:30 PM. 3rd floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

Church of the Redeemer (COR)

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Our truck will be outside in the parking lot - left side of the building. 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. Monday, January 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. 19425 Woodfield Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

The Father’s Heart Food and Essential Services Program (TFH)

Food Frozen meals, Assorted Vegetables, Assorted Fruit, Dairy, Non-perishables Service times, Saturdays: 3.00PM - 5.00 PM, Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Mondays: 6:00PM - 8:00 PM. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 202-630-5172. Event Information Email: connect.dmcbamd@gmail.com. Monday, January 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Difference Makers Church, 11210 Bethesda Church Road , Damascus MD, 20872. For more info visit dmcbamd.web.app.

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, January 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 301 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.

English Conversations

East County Regional Services Center White Oak Library - English Conversations. Category: Seniors. Educational Class. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Monday, January 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. White Oak Library 11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Human Rights Commission Monthly Meeting

Boards, Committees and Commissions Topic: HR Commission January 2026 Monthly Meeting Time: Jan 26, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82848154867?pwd=RQv3c4bYunjvclFEiHOt3HWwWVFy8W.1 Meeting ID: 828 4815 4867 Passcode: 98765 One tap mobile: 1-301-715-8592. Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82848154867?pwd=RQv3c4bYunjvclFEiHOt3HWwWVFy8W.1. Event Information Email: Anis.Ahmed@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Anis Ahmed. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8454. Boards: Human Rights Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Rockville. Age: Adult. Monday, January 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board Committee Meetings

Silver Spring Regional Services Center Committees to the Silver Spring Citizens Advisory Board, Neighborhoods Committee: The Neighborhoods Committee handles matters pertaining to the quality of life in neighborhoods, including, but not limited to public health planning, community redevelopment, school-community relations, housing, education, the Arts, and the natural environment in the region, Transportation, Energy and Environment Committee: The committee shall facilitate a community wide discussion on transportation, energy and environmental policies in order to promote sustainable living and improved quality of life for the greater Silver Spring region. The full Board meets the second Monday of each month , 7:00 pm. All Committees meet on the fourth Monday of the month, 7:00 pm. Meetings are held online. Online Location: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XipYHB4IRkuv2xgYQbcwVg. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Business. Community Events. Environmental Protection. Government. Regional Services. Seniors. Transportation. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Cornelius Kuteesa. Event Information Phone: 240-723-6418. Event Information Email: Cornelius.Kuteesa@montgomerycountymd.gov. Monday, January 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Silver Spring Civic Building at Veteran's Plaza. For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov.

Rainbow CDC Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center This is an appointment only event. Please call Rainbow CDC first (301) 625-2561. Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Contact Name: Appt. Only Please Call First. Event Information Phone: (301) 625-2561. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 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, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. 11002 Veirs Mill Road. Suite 506, Wheaton, MD 20902.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.org.

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, January 27, 2026, 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, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

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, January 27, 2026, 9:15 AM. Council Office Building, Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

Bill 28-24, Employees’ Retirement System and Other Post Employment Benefits - Administration - Powers and Duties

Council and Committee Meetings Council Agenda for this public hearing is available here. Deadline to sign up to speak is January 26, at 2:00pm. For additional information please see: Staff Report - Introduction. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD - Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

Resolution to approve a Special Appropriation to the FY26 Operating Budget Montgomery County Government, DHHS: Respite Care Program, $250,000; Senior Nutrition Program, $450,000; and Homecare Services - Social Services to Adults, $300,000

Council and Committee Meetings Council Agenda for this public hearing is available here. Deadline to sign up to speak is January 26, at 2:00pm. For additional information please see: Staff Report - Introduction. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD - Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

Resolution to approve a Special Appropriation to the FY26 Operating Budget, Montgomery County Government, Office of Food Systems Resilience, Resident and Community Gardening Grant Program, $100,000

Council and Committee Meetings Council Agenda for this public hearing is available here. Deadline to sign up to speak is January 26, at 2:00pm. For additional information please see: Staff Report - Introduction. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD - Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

Resolution to approve Supplemental Appropriation #26-2 to the FY26 Capital Budget, Montgomery County Government, Department of General Services, Energy Conservation: MCG (No. P507834), $1,163,055

Council and Committee Meetings Council Agenda for this public hearing is available here. Deadline to sign up to speak is January 26, at 2:00pm. For additional information please see: Staff Report - Introduction. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD - Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

Resolution to approve Supplemental Appropriation #26-48 to the FY26 Operating Budget, Montgomery County Government, Department of Health and Human Services, Homeless Solutions Grant, $1,346,171

Council and Committee Meetings Council Agenda for this public hearing is available here. Deadline to sign up to speak is January 26, at 2:00pm. For additional information please see: Staff Report - Introduction. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD - Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

Resolution to approve the Spending Affordability Guidelines (SAG) for the FY27 Operating Budget

Council and Committee Meetings Council Agenda for this public hearing is available here. Deadline to sign up to speak is January 26, at 2:00pm. For additional information please see: Staff Report - Introduction. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD - Third Floor Hearing Room. The meeting will also be available via Zoom to enable remote participation.

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, January 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit senecacreek.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, January 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM. 13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878. For more info visit senecacreek.org.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

Master Your Money with QuickBooks: A 4-Part Virtual Workshop

Montgomery County Business Center 4-part virtual training that helps business owners become more independent and capable in managing business finances. The sessions cover the QB setup, banking & bookkeeping, income & expense entries, and key reports necessary for every business. The hands-on program is offered by the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Black Collective and is designed primarily for AMBER accelerator graduates, although other small and emerging businesses can register. Online Location: zoom. Category: Business. Age: Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Kim Jones. Event Information Phone: 3017922894. Event Information Email: info@mocoblackcollective.org. Cost: 0. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. For more info visit master-money-quickbooks.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, January 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

In-Person Conversation Classes

Gilchrist Center Do you want to practice speaking English? Learn new vocabulary? Have fun? Join us! Classes are offered year-round for intermediate and advanced speakers. No registration is required! Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Contact Name: Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center. Event Information Phone: 2407774940. Cost: FREE. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 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.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 27, 2026, 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 Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Church of Nazarene 8921 Warfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20882.

Glenmont United Methodist Church (GLEN)

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Outside: Look for our truck in the parking lot. Food Organizations: Manna Food Center Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Rockville. East County. Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301 424 1130. Event Information Email: referral@mannafood.org. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. 12901 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20906. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

CANCELLED - Referral-Based Choice Pantry

Food Choice pantry offered by referral from partner organizations. Food Organizations: Silver Spring Christian Reformed Church. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Service to Specific Population. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: MidCounty. Event Information Phone: 301-284-8401. Event Information Email: foodpantry@sscrc.org. Cost: Free. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit www.sscrc.org.

Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation

Boards, Committees and Commissions Meetings will be held in-person, hybrid and/or by Zoom. A Zoom meeting link will be posted on or before the meeting date. 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. The meeting place is subject to change. Meeting date(s) will be subject to change due to observance religious holidays, and inclement weather conditions. Event Information Email: anis.ahmed@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Anis Ahmed. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8454. Boards: Remembrance and Reconciliation Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850. For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov.

Kingdom Cares Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kingdom Cares Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. White Oaks Garden 11600 Lockwood Drive Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Play with Spero Indi Car

East County Regional Services Center Play with Spero Indi Car. Category: Community Events. Age: Kids. Teens. Area: East County. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Marilyn J. Praisner Library 14910 Old Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20866.

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, January 27, 2026, 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 Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Our truck will set up in the upper parking lot by the cafeteria on the side of the building. 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. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 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, January 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. White Oak Gardens 11600 Lockwood Dr.

Community Action Board Meeting

Boards, Committees and Commissions Monthly meeting for the Community Action Board, 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, January 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 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, January 27, 2026, 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.

Farm Business Planning Course

Events In this course, you will learn how to: Create a mission and vision for your business Develop a budget and a plan to fund your business Create a marketing plan for your business Set goals and create a timeline for your farm business to grow Weave those elements together into a cohesive business plan Course Details: The live versions of the courses meet online on Tuesdays from 6pm to 8:30pm Eastern Standard Time for 8 consecutive weeks (Oct-Nov and Jan-Feb). Each evening session is filled with information and activities that will help you write your farm business plan. The Farm Business Planning course is designed to help you create a written plan to start or expand your farm business. Graduates of the (Fall) course can apply to join our Incubator Farm Program. This course is recognized by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) as fulfilling one of their financial management training requirements. You will also receive: One-on-one technical assistance from New Entry staff. Access to videos, readings, and tools to suppo… Online Location: Link will be provided to course registrants. Category: Educational Class. Business. Contact Name: New Entry Sustainable Farming Project (Ben Zoba). Event Information Phone: 9786546745. Event Information Email: nesfp@tufts.edu. Cost: $450 (need based scholarships & scholarships for veterans available). Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

First Alliance Church- Healthy Food Giveaway

Food First Alliance Church- Healthy Food Giveaway Indoor Choice Pantry every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 6:00-8:00pm. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3013846996. Event Information Email: JHinton@1stalliancechurch.com. Cost: free. Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. First Alliance Church 14500 New Hampshire Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Criminal Justice Coordinating Commission

Boards, Committees and Commissions Virtual Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZjRmY2IzNzgtOWYzYy00NTU2LTgwODAtNmViMjZmMjI5YTIy%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2270df649f-a965-4f8b-8ad4-9511ccf7f30c%22%7d Meeting ID: 231 764 918 255 70 Passcode: vK76Y7yS Dial in by phone +1 443-692-5768,218458085# United States, Baltimore Phone conference ID: 218 458 085#. Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZjRmY2IzNzgtOWYzYy00NTU2LTgwODAtNmViMjZmMjI5YTIy%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2270df649f-a965-4f8b-8ad4-9511ccf7f30c%22%7d. Event Information Email: lindsay.bolt@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Lindsay Bolt. Event Information Phone: 240-777-2522. Boards: Criminal Justice Coordinating Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Adult. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Coffee with a Cop

MCPD Events Police Districts: 2D - Bethesda. Event Type: Engagement. MCPD Level of Participation: Facilitate/Present. Category: Community Events. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. Contact Name: Amy Daum. Event Information Email: Amy.daum@montgomerycountymd.gov. Event Information Phone: 2407736705. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Bagels N Grindz 9812 Falls Rd.

Coffee with a Cop

MCPD Events Just an opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, and receive resources over a cup of coffee. Police Districts: 2D - Bethesda. Event Type: Engagement. MCPD Level of Participation: Host. Category: Community Events. Public Safety. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Rockville. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Stacy Blow. Event Information Email: stacy.blow@montgomerycountymd.gov. Event Information Phone: 240-773-6728. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Bagel-N-Grinds located at 9812 Falls Rd, Potomac, MD.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.org.

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, January 28, 2026, 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, January 28, 2026, 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 Packets 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, January 28, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Davidson Memorial Hearing Room 100 Maryland Avenue, 2nd floor Rockville, MD 20850. For more info visit montgomerycountymd.gov.

GO/PS

Council and Committee Meetings Government Operations and Fiscal Policy and Public Safety 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. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. 3rd floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

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, January 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Gaithersburg Library, 2nd Floor 18330 Montgomery Village Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20879.

(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, January 28, 2026, 10:00 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.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

Green Infrastructure Best Practices and Contractor Roundtable

Rainscapes This is an interactive, 2-part landscape contractor workshop held by the RainScapes team. Part 1 is a chance to explore the details of Green Infrastructure projects eligible for a RainScapes Rebate. Part 2 is a unique chance for contractors to learn from one another by sharing tips, best practices, and lessons learned from working on RainScapes projects. Contractors will also be able to share suggestions with the RainScapes team on ways to modify our processes. This collaborative session is designed to help streamline workflows, address common challenges, support high-quality RainScapes installations, and promote networking among local landscape contractors. Our team encourages contractors who regularly work with RainScapes to attend. Contractors who attend the workshop that haven’t worked with RainScapes before will have their company added to the public-facing RainScapes Contractor List. All participants are eligible to receive 3 CBLP credits. , This workshop will be capped at 40 participants. Note:… Category: Environmental Protection. Business. Career. Educational Class. Age: Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Matthew Reise. Event Information Phone: +1 2405783812. Event Information Email: Matthew.Reise@montgomerycountymd.gov. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM. Germantown Library, 19840 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD 20874. 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! 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, January 28, 2026, 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, January 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

Diabetes Support Group

Seniors Suburban Hospital's Nurse Mary Flynn serves as the Diabetes Support Group facilitator. Come share support, knowledge, and resources. Newcomers welcome. Category: Health. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Silver Spring. Contact Name: Lena Grayson. Event Information Phone: 301-942-8523. Cost: Free. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. Holiday Park Senior Center 3950 Ferrara Dr. Wheaton, MD 20906.

The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions

Food Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM. Neelsville Middle School 11700 Neelsville Church Rd, Germantown, MD 20876.

People's Community Baptist Church Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center People's Community Baptist Church Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. People's Community Baptist Church 31 Norwood Road Silver Spring, MD 20905.

(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, January 28, 2026, 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.

ECON/GO

Council and Committee Meetings Economic Development and Government Operations and Fiscal Policy 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. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM. 3rd floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

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, January 28, 2026, 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.

Montgomery College, Germantown Campus (GERM)

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Distribution Location: Parking Lot 1 – next to the Bus Stop (enter via Route 118/Germantown Road). 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. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD 20876. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

Liberty Grove UMC Food Giveaway

Food We are a free drive-through food pantry giving away fresh fruits, vegetables, and bread. We are convenient for zip codes 20866, 20904, and 20905. Though our posted hours are 3:00-4:30 pm, we are usually forced to start closer to 2:00 when our parking lot is full of cars and overflowing onto Old Columbia Pike. As a result, we frequently run out of food by 3:30 pm. Food Organizations: Liberty Grove United Methodist Church. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 3014219166. Event Information Email: office@libertygrovechurch.org. Cost: Free. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. 15225 Old Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20866.

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission, Special Education Committee

Boards, Committees and Commissions Join Zoom Meeting https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/84455968455?pwd=tV2ysbMorMFCw59OzFocYaceRFTrcy.1 Meeting ID: 844 5596 8455 Passcode: 602226 --- One tap mobile +13017158592,84455968455#,,*602226# US (Washington DC) The IDD Commission includes 25 members, including individuals from the intellectual and developmental disability community, service providers and service agencies, and the Commission on People with Disabilities, who will be focusing on promoting direct communication among families, support staff, private and public organizations and the public about programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The commission will also provide educational programs, identify current gaps in services and provide advice and recommendations on best practices to the County and the County Executive. Online Location: https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/84455968455?pwd=tV2ysbMorMFCw59OzFocYaceRFTrcy.1. Event Information Email: Crystel.britto@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Crystel Britto. Event Information Phone: 240-777-4570. Boards: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: East County. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries 520 Randolph Road Silver Spring, MD 20904.

City of Light Helping Hands Food Pantry

Food We distribute culturally appropriate relevant food that support residents of diverse communities. Food Organizations: Kings & Priests Court Int'l Ministries. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3014676646. Event Information Email: kpciministries@gmail.com. Cost: Free. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 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, January 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 301 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.

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. Please note, the Board will be updating the in-person/hybrid schedule starting in February 2026. More information will be shared prior to the February 25th, 2026 Board meeting. Please reach out to confirm in-person meetings. Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/256545988507?p=HPUCR9. 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, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. 401 Hungerford Drive, Conference Rooms A&B Rockville, Maryland 20850. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Kingdom Cares Food & Diaper Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kingdom Cares Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. East County CRC 3310 Gateshead Manor Way Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Bethesda Condo Assoc

MCPD Events Multiple condo associations. Police Districts: 2D - Bethesda. Event Type: Engagement. MCPD Level of Participation: Facilitate/Present. Category: Community Events. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Contact Name: Amy Daum. Event Information Email: Amy.daum@montgomerycountymd.gov. Event Information Phone: 2407736705. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Christopher.

Pro Bono Legal Clinic

Gilchrist Center Meet for A One-on-One Consultation with an Attorney For FREE! 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. , Sign in: 6:00pm – 6:30pm/Last Consult 8:30pm (Space is limited) , Legal advice in civil cases for low-income Montgomery County residents. No appointment necessary (walk-in). For additional information click HERE. Event Information Phone: 301-424-7651. Cost: FREE. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM. 11002 Veirs Mill Road. Suite 506, Wheaton, MD 20902. For more info visit barmont.org.

Eco City Farms Advancing Growers Series

Events Boost your growing potential in 2026 with a series of courses targeted at intermediate growers, from farmers to home gardeners. Join ECO City Farms for a limited virtual class series hosted by experienced farmers, researchers and practitioners from around the region. Learn fact-based information about soil health, managing pests, planning your crops and evaluating your growing space! Class Topics: January 28, 2026 6pm-8pm Crop Nutrients and Botany February 4, 2026 6pm-8pm Crop Planning Part 1, and Season Extension February 11, 2026 6pm-8pm Crop Planning Part 2 February 18, 2026 6pm-8pm Nursery Management and Irrigation February 25, 2025 6pm-8pm Composting and Soil Health. Online Location: Link will be provided to course registrants. Category: Educational Class. Age: Adult. Event Information Email: info@ecocityfarms.org. Cost: $12.51. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.eventbrite.com.

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, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. East County Community Center 3310 Gateshead Manor Way.

Diaper Distribution

East County Initiative To receive a diaper bag from East County HUB you MUST be an East County resident and live in the following zip codes: 20905, 20904, 20903, 20866, 20868, On the day of the diaper distribution, the client must bring some identification for the parent and for the child. English and Spanish registrations links for diaper distribution are listed below. Registration links are already open: https://www.fellowshiponegiving.com/App/Form/4e7a6102-fe40-4a61-a05e-b191896ddd3d(English), https://www.fellowshiponegiving.com/App/Form/36298959-a286-4753-9ddb-f92ce05f75b9(Spanish) . Category: Community Events. Age: Adult. Family. Area: East County. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring, MD 20904.

Commission on Child Care Virtual Monthly Meeting

Boards, Committees and Commissions The Commission on Child Care will host a virtual meeting via Microsoft TEAMS. Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Y2E2YTI3ZTMtNzk4Yy00NGU4LTgyZTEtZmQwZjhlYjdjOGQ5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22f2d05c39-a430-4889-90b3-cc6c30131336%22%7d. Event Information Email: erin.stillwell@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Erin Stillwell. Event Information Phone: 2407771716. Boards: Commission on Child Care. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Hybrid Public Information Meeting on the MacArthur Boulevard Bikeway (Old Anglers Inn to Falls Road) and Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project

Transportation Engineering On Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 7 p.m. MCDOT will hold a hybrid public meeting (online and in-person) to discuss the proposed MacArthur Boulevard Bikeway (Old Anglers Inn to Falls Road) and Pedestrian Safety Improvements project in Potomac. The public will have an opportunity to provide comments and ask questions. The MacArthur Boulevard Bikeway Planning Study will provide two options for 10-foot shared-use paths along MacArthur Boulevard, beginning at Old Anglers Inn and traveling north to the intersection of MacArthur Boulevard and Falls Road. Five percent concept plan sets have been developed for both options. At the public meeting, MCDOT will present the project concepts, details, costs, and the project schedule. MCDOT will also obtain public comments and answer questions. Public input is encouraged and may influence the project's design. The in-person meeting will be held in the All-Purpose Room of Potomac Elementary School, 10311 River Road in Potomac. Please register online to attend the hearing… Online Location: Please register to attend: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4EhDqibBSkOqqAzSajGKug. Category: Public Safety. Transportation. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: MidCounty. Contact Name: Lori Jean Main. Event Information Phone: 2407777271. Event Information Email: Lori.Main@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: n/a. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Potomac Elementary School, All Purpose Room, 10311 River Road, Potomac. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

2026 Annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count

Boards, Committees and Commissions The Point in Time (PIT) is an annual survey of unhoused individuals in Montgomery County who are residing in sheltered and unsheltered environments. This year the count for the unsheltered will be conducted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, starting at 8 p.m. through 3 a.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Event Information Email: HHSPIT@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Rozina Adhanom. Event Information Phone: 240-447-5565. Boards: Interagency Commission on Homelessness. Category: Volunteers. Boards, Committees & Commissions. Community Events. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 PM – Thursday, January 29, 2026, 3:00 AM. Silver Spring Civic Building, The Great Hall Room 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

2026 Annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count

Boards, Committees and Commissions The Point in Time (PIT) is an annual survey of unhoused individuals in Montgomery County who are residing in sheltered and unsheltered environments. This year the count for the unsheltered will be conducted on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, starting at 8 p.m. through 3 a.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Event Information Email: HHSPIT@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Rozina Adhanom. Event Information Phone: 240-447-5565. Boards: Interagency Commission on Homelessness. Category: Volunteers. Boards, Committees & Commissions. Community Events. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 PM – Thursday, January 29, 2026, 3:00 AM. Activity Center at Bohrer Park 506 S Frederick Ave. Conference Room A, B, C Gaithersburg, MD 2087. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Joint TMD Advisory Committee Meeting

DOT Events This is a joint meeting of the Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Greater Shady Grove, North Bethesda, and Silver Spring Transportation Management District (TMD) Advisory Committees. Online Location: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YTE4NTA4ZDctZTM3Mi00ZTNmLTg2NmUtOTAwZmVjZWY2YjM4%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%226e01b1f9-b1e5-4073-ac97-778069a0ad64%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%223fb2a3ed-d891-45e3-8b58-82c14b9bbf15%22%7d. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. County Executive. Government. Transportation. Age: Adult. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Jim Carlson. Event Information Phone: 240-777-8382 / 301-318-0328 mobile. Event Information Email: james.carlson@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: N/A. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Rainbow CDC Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center This is an appointment only event. Please call Rainbow CDC first (301) 625-2561. Category: Food Distribution. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Contact Name: Appt. Only Please Call First. Event Information Phone: (301) 625-2561. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 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, January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. 11002 Veirs Mill Road. Suite 506, Wheaton, MD 20902.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.org.

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, January 29, 2026, 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, January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

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Council and Committee Meetings Government Operations and Fiscal Policy 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. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 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) 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, January 29, 2026, 10:00 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.

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, January 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit senecacreek.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, January 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM. 13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878. For more info visit senecacreek.org.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

Illumination Station - Shedding the Lights on Energy

East County Regional Services Center Illumination Station - Shedding the Lights on Energy. Category: Community Events. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM. Marilyn J. Praisner 14910 Old Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20866.

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, January 29, 2026, 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, January 29, 2026, 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.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission, January Meeting

Boards, Committees and Commissions IDDC January Meeting (Virtual only) Time: Jan 29, 2026 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://montgomerycountymd-gov.zoom.us/j/88179100514?pwd=KM8FrJB8H9cJxeu75vkxmSHflwam0x.1 Meeting ID: 881 7910 0514 Passcode: 848427 --- One tap mobile +13017158592,88179100514#,,*848427# US (Washington DC) 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/88179100514?pwd=KM8FrJB8H9cJxeu75vkxmSHflwam0x.1. Event Information Email: Crystel.britto@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Crystel Britto. Event Information Phone: 240-777-4570. Boards: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Drumming with Vasuf

East County Regional Services Center Drumming with Vasuf. Category: Community Events. Seniors. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Marilyn J. Praisner Library 14910 Old Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20866.

Kingdom Cares Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kingdom Cares Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: East County. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Galway ES 12621 Galway Drive 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. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 301 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.

Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution

Food Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free. Thursday, January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Galway Elementary School 12612 Galway Dr.

Saadeh

Days of Commemoration Today, Zoroastrians celebrate Sadeh, a midwinter festival honoring the creation of fire and the coming of longer days. Families gather for festive meals, while young and old jump over fires to welcome the light. As the cold season gives way to the promise of renewal, we wish all Zoroastrians a joyous Sadeh! May the flames guide as a symbol of enlightenment triumphant over ignorance. Category: Holidays. Friday, January 30, 2026. Montgomery County, MD.

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, January 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. 3132 Bel Pre Road, Aspen Hill, MD 20906.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Friday, January 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.org.

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, January 30, 2026, 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, January 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

The Upcounty Hub Drive-Thru Distributions

Food Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged boxes. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 2409121077. Event Information Email: info@theupcountyhub.org. Friday, January 30, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School 13737 Wisteria Drive Germantown, MD 20874.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 30, 2026, 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. Friday, January 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. All food is delivered to homes.

Kingdom Cares Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kingdom Cares Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: East County. Friday, January 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Spring Parc 17 Featherwood Court Silver Spring, MD 20904.

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, January 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 13 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg MD 20878. For more info visit senecacreek.org.

Kingdom Cares East County Hub Food Distribution

Food Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 301-679-1100 ext 0528. Event Information Email: twilliams@kingdom.global. Cost: Free. Friday, January 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Spring Parc Apartments 17 Featherwood Ct.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, January 30, 2026, 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, January 30, 2026, 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, January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 301 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.

Teens Night Out: Escape Room

REC-Events Put your problem-solving skills to the test at Teens Night Out Escape Room! Work with friends to crack codes, solve puzzles and race against the clock in this thrilling adventure designed just for teens. Category: Community Events. Parks & Recreation. Age: Teens. Area: Silver Spring. Friday, January 30, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Long Branch Community Recreation Center 8700 Piney Branch Road Silver Spring, MD.

Kingdom Cares Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kingdom Cares Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. East County CRC 3310 Gateshead Manor Way Silver Spring, MD 20910.

Ride On Showcased on January 50+ Cable Show

Transit Services MCDOT's Senior/Disabled Transportation Specialist and JCA will be guests on the January production of 50+ in Montgomery County, a cable TV program for and about older adults, co-produced by the Commission on Aging. Online Location: Comcast channel 6, Channel 996 HD, Verizon channel 30. Category: Seniors. Media/Press. Transportation. Contact Name: Denise Isreal. Event Information Phone: 3014677218. Event Information Email: denise.isreal@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: N/A. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.

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, January 31, 2026, 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, January 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. East County Community Center 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, January 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Winter Salt Awareness Week Event

Watershed Restoration Join us to learn how to stay safe while protecting the environment during the winter months at the DMV Winter Salt Week event! Join us on January 31st between 10am-1pm to learn how salt affects our health and freshwater ecosystems, what’s being done, and how we can support local efforts to reduce road salt use. During the event we will hear from regional expert speakers, monitor the local waterways in Gaithersburg, Maryland for road salt pollution, and learn how much salt is needed to keep us safe during the winter while keeping environmental health in mind. Members of the media, government officials, nongovernmental organizations, and members of the public are invited to this event. We encourage you to bring a water sample (from tap water or from a local waterway) with you in a closed container to test for salt pollution during the event. Much of the event will take place inside with stream monitoring and parking lot demos taking place outside at 11:30am and 12:15pm. Speakers are scheduled to speak from… Category: Environmental Protection. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: MidCounty. Contact Name: Ryan Zerbe. Event Information Phone: 2408328200. Event Information Email: ryan.zerbe@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: FREE. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 707 Conservation Ln Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.eventbrite.com.

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, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Front door, First Baptist Church 828 Wayne Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910.

Saturday Food Distribution

Food Saturday mornings food distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Documentation Required. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Event Information Phone: 301-442-1151. Event Information Email: stcamillusfoodpantry@gmail.com. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 1500 St. Camillus Drive Silver Spring, MD 20903. For more info visit stcamilluschurch.org.

A CLINIC WITHOUT BORDERS- EVERY SATURDAY

East County Initiative . Category: Health. Age: Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Silver Spring. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 12210 PLUM ORCHARD DR, STE 214, SILVER SPRING, MD.

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. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Silver Spring. Contact Name: Kathy Vazquez. Event Information Phone: 240-777-6484. Event Information Email: Katherine.Vazquez@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: None. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

The Father’s Heart Food and Essential Services Program (TFH)

Food Frozen meals, Assorted Vegetables, Assorted Fruit, Dairy, Non-perishables Service times, Saturdays: 3.00PM - 5.00 PM, Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Mondays: 6:00PM - 8:00 PM. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 202-630-5172. Event Information Email: connect.dmcbamd@gmail.com. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Difference Makers Church, 11210 Bethesda Church Road , Damascus MD, 20872. For more info visit dmcbamd.web.app.

Creek Critters @ Rockville Science Center

Watershed Restoration Category: Environmental Protection. Age: Kids. Adult. Teens. Family. Area: Rockville. Saturday, January 31, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM. 36 Maryland Ave C, Rockville, MD 20850.

Annual Recycling Reports due for Large Businesses

Business Recycling Program Annual Recycling Reports are due today for large businesses (250+ employees). File your Report online. Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Rockville. Sunday, February 1, 2026. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Annual Recycling Reports due for all Multi-Family Properties (Apartments and Condominiums)

Multi-Family Recycling Program Annual Recycling Reports are due today for all multi-family properties (apartments and condominiums). File your Annual Recycling Report online. Category: Environmental Protection. Recycling. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. East County. MidCounty. Rockville. Silver Spring. Upcounty. Contact Name: Ruth Carbonell. Event Information Phone: 12407776486. Event Information Email: Ruth.Carbonell@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov. Cost: N/A. Sunday, February 1, 2026. For more info visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov.

Ride On Showcased on January 50+ Cable Show

Transit Services MCDOT's Senior/Disabled Transportation Specialist and JCA will be guests on the January production of 50+ in Montgomery County, a cable TV program for and about older adults, co-produced by the Commission on Aging. Online Location: Comcast channel 6, Channel 996 HD, Verizon channel 30. Category: Seniors. Media/Press. Transportation. Contact Name: Denise Isreal. Event Information Phone: 3014677218. Event Information Email: denise.isreal@montgomerycountymd.gov. Cost: N/A. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.

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, February 1, 2026, 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. Age: Kids. Teens. 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: None. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 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, February 1, 2026, 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.

Tai Chi for You

East County Regional Services Center Thai Chi for You. Category: Community Events. Health. Seniors. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries Food Distribution

East County Regional Services Center Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries Food Distribution. Category: Food Distribution. Seniors. Age: Seniors. Adult. Area: East County. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. Kings & Priests' Court International Ministries 520 Randolph Road Silver Spring, MD 20904.

City of Light Helping Hands Food Pantry

Food We distribute culturally appropriate relevant food that support residents of diverse communities. Food Organizations: Kings & Priests Court Int'l Ministries. Category: Food Distribution. Access: Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Pre-packaged boxes. Pre-packaged bags. Age: Family. Seniors. Adult. Teens. Kids. Area: East County. Event Information Phone: 3014676646. Event Information Email: kpciministries@gmail.com. Cost: Free. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 12:30 PM – 3:30 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: . Category: Food Distribution. Age: Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: East County. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. 520 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904.

The Father’s Heart Food and Essential Services Program (TFH)

Food Frozen meals, Assorted Vegetables, Assorted Fruit, Dairy, Non-perishables Service times, Saturdays: 3.00PM - 5.00 PM, Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Mondays: 6:00PM - 8:00 PM. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 202-630-5172. Event Information Email: connect.dmcbamd@gmail.com. Sunday, February 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Difference Makers Church, 11210 Bethesda Church Road , Damascus MD, 20872. For more info visit dmcbamd.web.app.

Bethesda Help Requests for Food

Food Food Organizations: Bethesda Help Inc. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Food Assistance Type: Pre-packaged bags. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Bethesda/Chevy Chase. Event Information Phone: 301-365-2022. Event Information Email: info@bethesdahelp.org. Cost: Free to those in service area. Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Pre-packaged food bags are delivered to clients's residence. For more info visit www.bethesdahelp.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, February 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

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Council and Committee Meetings Public Safety 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, February 2, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. 3rd floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

Manna Market

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Choice Market: Choose your food items. 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, February 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 12301 Old Columbia Pike, Silver Spring, MD 20904. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

PHP

Council and Committee Meetings Planning, Housing and Parks 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, February 2, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM. 3rd floor Council Hearing Room Stella B. Werner Council Office Building 100 Maryland Avenue Rockville, Maryland 20850.

Church of the Redeemer (COR)

Food Call 301 424 1130 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM to make your appointment Bring your proof of address (ID, etc.) Our truck will be outside in the parking lot - left side of the building. 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. Monday, February 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. 19425 Woodfield Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. For more info visit www.mannafood.org.

The Father’s Heart Food and Essential Services Program (TFH)

Food Frozen meals, Assorted Vegetables, Assorted Fruit, Dairy, Non-perishables Service times, Saturdays: 3.00PM - 5.00 PM, Sundays: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM, Mondays: 6:00PM - 8:00 PM. Food Organizations: Other. Category: Food Distribution. Access: By Appointment Only. Walk-In. Food Assistance Type: Choice Pantry. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Area: Upcounty. Event Information Phone: 202-630-5172. Event Information Email: connect.dmcbamd@gmail.com. Monday, February 2, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Difference Makers Church, 11210 Bethesda Church Road , Damascus MD, 20872. For more info visit dmcbamd.web.app.

Board of Social Services Monthly Meeting

Boards, Committees and Commissions The Board of Social Services will meet in person for their October and June meetings. All other meetings will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. If you wish to attend one of the virtual meetings, please request a link no later than 3 pm on the day of the meeting by emailing MCBSS@montgomerycountymd.gov. Online Location: Microsoft Teams. Event Information Email: mcbss@montgomerycountymd.gov. Contact Name: Hannah Shaw. Boards: Board of Social Services. Category: Boards, Committees & Commissions. Age: Kids. Teens. Adult. Seniors. Family. Monday, February 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. 401 Hungerford Drive, Rockville MD 20850.

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, February 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. 301 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878. For more info visit www.gaithersburghelp.org.

English Conversations

East County Regional Services Center White Oak Library - English Conversations. Category: Seniors. Educational Class. Age: Teens. Adult. Seniors. Area: East County. Monday, February 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. White Oak Library 11701 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20904.