Potomac: Join Huckle Cat and Lowly Worm
The Potomac Friends of the Library is celebrating its 25th year. Residents of all ages are invited to join story book character Huckle Cat and Lowly Worm in the Potomac Day Parade on Saturday, Oct. 22. Come dressed in costume or regular clothes. Each marcher will be given a sign to carry with the number "25" to acknowledge the Friends’ 25th anniversary celebration. To participate or for more information, e-mail karincurrie@aol.com or Edie Wingate atwingw@aol.com
Free Halloween Car Rides Offered in Area
As a means of making the Washington-metropolitan area’s roadways a little less frightening this Halloween, free cab rides will be offered to would-be drunk drivers throughout the Washington-metropolitan area on the evening of Saturday, Oct. 29.
Potomac Column: Responding to Excessive Aircraft Noise
Commentary
Montgomery County Council Vice President Roger Berliner, who chairs the council’s Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee, made the following statement regarding the recent increase in significant aircraft noise from planes departing from and arriving to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport that is impacting residents of the county.
Potomac Snapshot: Blessing of the Animals Service
Pastor James Isaacs performs the blessing of the animals ceremony at St. James’ Episcopal Church on Saturday, Oct. 8, with Andrew Iype holding his stuffed animal toy. The Blessing of the Animals Service commemorates the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis is the patron saint of animals, the environment, and religious cooperation.
Potomac Day Nears
Annual parade, classic car show, music and rides returns Oct. 22.
What’s more fun than a parade, clowns and candy? Scurrying up a climbing wall? Sliding down inflatable slides? Riding a pony, petting an alpaca, or cuddling a pig? Listening to music and nibbling Potomac Pizza’s pizza on a beautiful fall day? Checking out an exquisite 1957 T-Bird or a snazzy Impala from the 1960s? Oct. 22 is Potomac Day 2016 — and Potomac residents are already anticipating the excitement of the annual family day.
Potomac: 100 Women Who Care
Raising funds locally for local needs.
See a problem – solve a problem. That’s how the “100 Women Who Care” movement started.
Potomac: A Taste of Serbian Culture
SerbFest DC offered food, music and dance.
Hundreds had a chance to experience Serbian culture and heritage through food, music and dance at SerbFest DC recently.
Fall Driving: Be Alert for Deer
Autumn is approaching and white-tailed deer will be on the move. Fall is the breeding season for deer.
Senior Living: Planning for Multigenerational Living
Making room for older family members.
Planning for multigenerational living has been on the rise in recent years. With life expectancies increasing and early baby boomers entering their golden years, this trend is expected to continue. As with any remodeling project, there are a number of factors to consider when planning a renovation for a growing household.
Potomac: RTR Pilates Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Formerly known as Potomac Pilates.
Ten years ago, Reina Offut Pratt launched the first Potomac Pilates studio in a tiny space next to Big Wheel Bikes in the back of the Potomac Village Shopping Center. She was the first in the area to feature Pilates on a reformer.
Potomac: Local Residents Support ‘Living Classrooms’
“Night at the Yards” to benefit foundation.
“This past year, ‘Living Classrooms’ touched the lives of 35,000 children and young adults who are struggling to succeed against terrible odds,” said Potomac native Thara Taylor, vice president of development for the Living Classrooms Foundation.
‘Taste in Potomac’ Raises Funds for Adoptions Together
Sharing lessons on the value of family.
“I always wanted to be a Dad and my son is the most important person in my life. He is the one who convinced me to speak before you and tell you the impact that Adoptions Together has made on our lives.” said Marc Blumenstein. He recounted the story of the adoption of his son Zachery — now a college student studying in Europe — as photos were displayed before the sell-out crowd at the “Taste in Potomac” Saturday evening.
Potomac: Sunday on the Farm with Friends
A day at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary.
For supporters of Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary’s annual Open House fundraiser in Poolesville the day broke warm and sunny and stayed that way, and reflected the caring that brought visitors to this Eden-like farm dedicated to helping abandoned and abused farm animals.
Potomac Snapshot: Then & Wow
Then & Wow 2016, Glen Echo Park's annual celebration of the park's past and present, offered magicians, carousel rides, arcade games, face painting, mini golf, exhibits, and tours on Sunday, Sept. 25.
Potomac Brief: Deadline for Voter Registration
Montgomery County citizens who wish to vote in the 2016 Presidential General Election need to complete and submit their voter registration application no later than Tuesday, Oct. 18, by 9 p.m.