Community Calendar

Looking for fun activities for your kids? Or how about a new wildlife documentary film screening? Or maybe, a workshop on gardening or bike repair? Our calendar features upcoming community events for those who enjoy a mix of outdoors, activism, creativity, and learning. All event submissions are reviewed for relevancy and accuracy and are posted within 24-48 hours Monday-Friday.

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  • Smart Themostats

    Interested in lowering your heating and cooling bills? Programmable and smart thermostats could be the answer! Learn about the benefits of installing a programmable or smart thermostat as well as

    Free

  • Wheaton Holiday Market

    Marian Fryer Town Plaza 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, United States

    Join Impact Silver Spring in celebration of the holidays and their small business training programs by participating in this Holiday Market where local entrepreneurs will sell their artisan gifts. Just

  • SAPPlings Student Forum — Greening Our Schools

    Online Online, Online, United States

    All county high school students (regardless of school) are invited to join the SAPPlings (Student Advocates Protecting the Planet) this Thursday to discuss how students can take concrete steps to

    Free

  • Wheaton Holiday Market

    Join Impact Silver Spring in celebration of the holidays and their small business training programs by participating in this Holiday Market where local entrepreneurs will sell their artisan gifts. Just

  • Stop Losing Money on your Utility Bill (ZOOM)

    What’s the cheapest form of energy? It’s the energy we don’t use! During this presentation, we’ll discuss the two main ways to keep money in your pocket. We’ll cover the

  • I Pay Watt?

    When it comes to your utility bill, you may be spending more than you want to. The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection’s Residential Energy Program exists to help you demystify your utility bill and show you ways to save energy and money in your home. You don’t want to miss this workshop! https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/i-pay-watt/

  • MLK Community Cleanup – Día de limpieza

    Long Branch Community Center 8700 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring, MD

    Join Montgomery Parks, Long Branch Community Center, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, and Community CHEER on this cleanup event being hosted during MLK Week of Service 2023! Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 10am to 12pm. Rain or shine. Please follow MCPS guidelines if inclement weather. Questions about the cleanup/Preguntas sobre el día de limpieza:

  • White Oak Library information booth

    White Oak Library 11701 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United States

    Happy New Year! New Year Resolutions? Stop by the Department of Environmental Protection information table from 2pm to 4pm with information about the many easy things everyone can do to stay safe at home and protect the Environment. Did you know January is National Radon Awareness Month? learn more when you stop by! Please note:

  • Green Advocacy 101 – Student Workshop

    Maryland's 2023 legislative session is underway, and we want to ensure that students are prepared to make their voices heard on the environmental and sustainability issues that matter to them!

    Free

  • Climate Conversations

    Climate Conversations

    Climate Conversations is a 5-session online program that improves your ability to effectively and authentically engage others in discussing climate change. While there are many resources that teach you how to frame your climate messages, there are few programs like Climate Conversations that provide opportunities to consistently practice them in a low-stakes environment. By the

    $50 – $250

  • Maryland Solar Lobby Day on February 13

    This is our moment in the sun! Join fellow solar advocates to walk the Capitol halls, meet with decision-makers, and spread the word about the benefits of solar. With a new Governor and new state legislators, this is our opportunity to educate leaders about solar, why it matters, and how it can help Marylanders directly

  • Wheaton Sustainable Innovation Zone (WSIZ) Community Workshop on Tackling Food Waste

    WorkSource Montgomery 11510 Georgia Ave, Wheaton, MD 20902, MD, United States

    The Wheaton Sustainable Innovation Zone (WSIZ) invites you to take part in an upcoming event to learn about tackling food waste in your business. The restaurant industry spends an estimated $162 billion every year in costs related to wasted food. By composting in your restaurant you can minimize the amount of food waste that reaches

    Free

  • Our Grain of Sand: Montgomery County Climate Stories Film Festival

    AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring

    Montgomery County Government is rolling out the red carpet for the 1st Climate Stories Film Festival. Climate Change will have a tremendous impact on Montgomery County, but if we all contribute with a grain of sand, we can build resilience together. Montgomery County Climate Stories Ambassadors have collected hundreds of stories about why our community

    Free

  • 💡 FeBREWary 2023: Electrify Everything 💡

    Another FeBREWary is upon us and we plan to keep the momentum going to help all Montgomery County residents Electrify Everything. This year, we will be doing things just a little differently for FeBREWary. This year, we want you to celebrate, electrify, and help you  keep money in your pockets. These events will not only be informative but fun so join us

    Free

  • 💡 FeBREWary 2023: Electrify Everything 💡

    True Respite 7301 Calhoun Pl #600, Derwood, MD, United States

    Another FeBREWary is upon us and we plan to keep the momentum going to help all Montgomery County residents Electrify Everything. This year, we will be doing things just a little differently for FeBREWary. This year, we want you to celebrate, electrify, and help you  keep money in your pockets. These events will not only be informative but fun so join us

    Free

  • 💡 FeBREWary 2023: Electrify Everything 💡

    Two Story Chimey Ciderwor 7115 Damascus Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States

    Another FeBREWary is upon us and we plan to keep the momentum going to help all Montgomery County residents Electrify Everything. This year, we will be doing things just a little differently for FeBREWary. This year, we want you to celebrate, electrify, and help you  keep money in your pockets. These events will not only be informative but fun so join us

    Free

  • Taking Nature Black

    The 5th Taking Nature Black Conference is being held Wednesday, March 8-Saturday, March 11, 2023. Tickets are now Available! Themed “Belonging: Engaged and Empowered,” this year’s event takes place during two virtual days, one in-person conference day, and one day of outdoor nature experiences. Nature Forward’s Taking Nature Black Conference will offer presentations and discussions

    $15 – $75

  • Review of ANSI AARST Standards for Radon Professionals

    Turf Valley Resort 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

    Attention all radon professionals! The MD AARST chapter is excited to announce that we will be holding two continuing education (CE) classes on March 10th, at Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City. These classes will fulfill the new requirements of NRPP (see news release below).  Nationally renowned radon expert, Dallas Jones will be teaching both classes! ***Review of

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    2023 Montgomery County Energy Summit

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    Silver Spring Civic Building 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD, United States

    Now in its tenth year, the annual Montgomery County Energy Summit has offered cutting-edge education focused on the latest trends in green building, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and related commercial, multifamily, and residential topics in Montgomery County. Our target audience includes building owners, property managers, developers, energy contractors, and other sustainability professionals working in Montgomery

    $15 – $30