Racial Equity Committee Mtg 01.17.21
We will be holding our next meeting of the Washington Grove Racial Equity Committee on Sunday, January 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm over Zoom. All are welcome! Folks who would like to attend should email [email protected] to get the Zoom link. And more information on...MC Climate Action Plan Draft Presenting 02.02.21
In response to Montgomery County declaring a Climate Emergency in 2018, County Executive Marc Elrich set some of the most ambitious carbon reduction targets and has orchestrated a year-long grass roots effort to develop a Climate Action Plan. The Climate Task Force...Development of Washington Grove’s “Commercial Corner”
We acknowledge with appreciation Robinson & Associates’ research in preparation of the Updated and Expanded Washington Grove Historic District Nomination; it forms the basis of this month’s look back at the early days of our Commercial Corner. As Washington Grove...Washington Grove Cares News
As a COVID-19 precaution, WGC suggests ways to avoid trips to the grocery store or pharmacy: We have a volunteer making a weekly shopping trip: MONDAY: (notify by Sun. 5 pm) Shopping at Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, MOM’s or Aldi’s; text or email Caitlin Bethepu at...The WG Woman’s Club A Year of Giving
During this 2020 pandemic year, Washington Grove has once again proved itself to be The Little Town with the Big Heart. With your help, the Woman’s Club has been able to help these groups meet many of their needs. We collect all things all year, so if something pulls...Racial Equity Committee Mtg 12.13.20
Next Meeting: Sunday, December 13, 2020, 2:00 p.m. over ZOOM. All are welcome! Folks who would like to attend should email [email protected] to get the Zoom link. And more information on how to join the committee, our goals, past meeting minutes, and historical...Washington Grove Cares News
As a COVID-19 precaution, WGC suggests ways to avoid trips to the grocery store or pharmacy: We have a volunteer making a weekly shopping trip: MONDAY: (notify by Sun. 5 pm) Shopping at Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, MOM’s or Aldi’s; text or email Caitlin Bethepu at...Washington Grove Halloween 2020 VIDEO!
Halloween 2020 in the GroveNew Community Listserv !
Washington Grove is moving to a new community listserv. Yahoo will be ending its support for group listservs on December 15, so Shelley Winkler and Christine Dibble, who manage the WG Yahoo Group, will move the group to a Google Groups listserv to replace it. This is...Trees in the Grove – Persimmon, Elm, Yellowwood
Persimmon, Elm, Yellowwood On October 9, the Town had 11 shade trees installed by Stadler Nursery. As we have tried to do in recent years, all were trees native to the U.S. Among the oaks, maples, and American beech, there are three are new species for us: American...Camp Meetings
We appreciate the research of Robinson & Associates in preparation of the Updated and Expanded Washington Grove Historic District Nomination; it forms the basis of this month’s overview of the choice of camp meeting locations and their physical arrangements. While...Racial Equity Committee Mtg 11.15.20
The Washington Grove Racial Equity Committee will be holding our next meeting on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at 2:00 pm over Zoom. All are welcome! Folks who would like to attend should email [email protected] to get the Zoom link.Washington Grove Cares (WGC) News
Coordinating Shopping Trips During the COVID 19 Epidemic Regularly Scheduled Grocery Trip: A volunteer is shopping at a regular time during the week. Please contact her to make arrangements by the preceding evening. MONDAY: (notify by Sun. 5 pm) Whole Foods, Trader...Yard Signs, Political and Other
In this political season it is not unusual to see signs of support for candidates in many yards. Residents are reminded that such signs should only be displayed on private property per Article VII, Section 6.3. Permits are not required, but signs are limited in size...The Origins and Early Development of Camp Meetings in the United States
While no standardized definition exists, a camp meeting is an outdoor preaching event at which participants sustain themselves and camp overnight, often in tents. Camp meetings are temporary gatherings, typically lasting a few days to a week at the end of the summer....Town Treasurer Position Filled!
Town Treasurer Position Filled! Resident Jean Moyer has been tapped to fill the large shoes of retiring Town Treasurer Mary Challstrom and will be shadowing Mary until June. A fully qualified candidate for the position, Jean will bring lots of experience and knowledge...Racial Equity Ad Hoc Committee Forming Mtg 09.13.20
The Committee to Advance Racial Equity in Washington Grove will be holding our next meeting on Sunday, September 13 at 4pm over Zoom. The meeting is open to the public, so please feel free to spread the word! Anyone can join even if you were not at the first Zoom...The Washington Grove Auditorium – Last of the Summer Series
Last month, we looked at the role of the Auditorium in the Chautauqua Movement and the significance of the Auditorium in the early development of Washington Grove. Again, we express our appreciation for the work of Robinson & Associates in preparation of the...Grove History
The Auditorium – Central to Chautauqua In June, we looked at the Chautauqua Movement and its manifestation in Washington Grove. Again, we express our appreciation for the research of Robinson & Associates in preparation of the Updated and Expanded...Street Sign Project
The Street Sign Volunteers have been recognized once again for their restoration work on the Town’s historic wooden street signs. Preservation Maryland has chosen the Washington Grove Street Sign Volunteers, under the capable and energetic leadership of Susan...Racial Equity Ad Hoc Committee Forming
In recent months, many Grovers have begun the hard work of learning and thinking about racial injustice in our country and our community. Joining a movement of communities across the country making or renewing their commitments to anti-racism, we are organizing a...Washington Grove Cares Shopping Trips
Coordinating Shopping Trips During the COID 19 Epidemic Regularly Scheduled Grocery Trips: Two volunteers are shopping at regular times during the week. Please contact them to make arrangements by the preceding evening. MONDAYS: (notify by Sun. 5 pm) Whole Foods,...Washington Grove Cares (WGC) News
Community Outreach Project Do you have a child with a box of crayons (or a virtual classroom of children with crayons)? Do you have your own box of crayons or paints? Do you have a favorite poem? To bring some cheer to older adult residents (socially isolated because...Chautauqua Came to Washington Grove—and an Auditorium Would Follow
We are grateful for the research of Robinson & Associates in preparation of the Updated and Expanded Washington Grove Historic District nomination. Excerpts from their work, which follow, focus on the Chautauqua Movement and its manifestation in Washington Grove....Washington Grove Cares – Shopping Trips
If You Don’t Regularly Read the Washington Grove Listserv… You can receive the occasional but useful announcements of WGC activities and resources without relying on the WG Yahoo listserv. Contact Betsy Klinger ([email protected]) to add your name to a...How to Vote By Mail in the Maryland Primary Election June 2nd
NOW – BEFORE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY BALLOTS ARE MAILED OUT …REGISTER TO VOTE OR VERIFY YOUR REGISTRATION In response to Governor Larry Hogan’s renewed proclamation governing election procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic, the June 2 primary will take...Washington Grove Cares News
We hope everyone is staying safe and keeping well. Read about the Masker Aider Project and see a few reminders below from Washington Grove Cares (WGC). MaskerAider Project The project to sew cloth masks by town residents for Grovers who need them has been a resounding...2020 Census – It’s Time to Respond!
Being counted in the Census is IMPORTANT. Census data is the critical resource for the allocation of resources in the US. Census data guides how more than $675 billion in federal funding is distributed to states and communities each year. During the current pandemic,...Help with Grocery/Pharmacy Pick-ups Washington Grove Cares
The worsening situation with COVID-19 has led to advice that everyone should stay home as much as possible. To encourage consolidation of shopping trips and to decrease everyone’s exposure, Washington Grove Cares now offers three options. 1. For all neighbors:...A Brief History of Tennis in Washington Grove
(as researched and compiled by Wendy E. Harris, Volunteer Associate Archivist and HPC Commissioner) Tennis has been an important part of the life, culture, and landscape of Washington Grove since the camp meeting days. Philip Edwards (Washington Grove, 1873-1937) and...Dog Park News
Looking to get out of the house and exercise your stir-crazy dog? Complete a membership application, available at https://bit.ly/39oEDjE, and email or deliver to Mary Warfield (500 McCauley St., PO Box 1488 or [email protected]). Verification of rabies...The Scheduled 04.25.20 West Woods Cleanup is Reorganizing!
Dear WG neighbors, In response to the COVID19 pandemic precautionary measures established by Governor Hogan and Mayor Compton, the Woods Committee is reorganizing our West Woods group clean-up event originally scheduled on April 25th to a list of individual activities...(2) Additions to the WG Video Gallery
Two videos about Washington Grove, produced by Montgomery County, have been added to the Video Gallery. They include Clare Kelly’s 2000 Tour of Town and the 2017 feature about Washington Grove in the “Neighborhood Niches” series.Montgomery Preservation Award Ceremony 03.14.20 – POSTPONED
UPDATE – 03.13.20 / Awards for Historic Preservation – POSTPONED Due to the developing situation involving coronavirus (COVID-19), Montgomery Preservation has postponed this event. Washington Grove Street Sign Volunteers, led by Susan Van Nostrand, will...Census 2020 / Census Day 04.01.20
Everyone Counts in Washington Grove – Census Day is April 1st, and the 2020 Census is easy. The questions from the Census Bureau are simple: How many people were living or staying in this house, apartment, or mobile home on April 1, 2020? Were there any...Trees in the Grove: Witch Hazel
A blooming Witch Hazel uplifts spirits with an early promise of spring showing off its strap-like brightly colored petals and enticing fragrance. These are the Witch Hazels most often noticed in the Washington area, a large upright spreading shrub or small tree that...Bikeways Workshop to take Public Input
February 13 at 7:00 p.m. in McCathran Hall. To solicit input from affected communities and individuals, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is holding Public Workshop #1 for the Washington Grove Connector – Crabbs Branch Extension Projects...WG Sign Restoration Project on Video !
Montgomery Municipal Cable (MMC) has produced a wonderful six-minute video about the Town’s volunteer historic wood street sign restoration project. Thank you MMC! The Town has also been informed that Montgomery Preservation, Inc. (MPI) will recognize our project with...Special Town Meeting – Bikeway Systems
McCathran Hall, Saturday January 25 @ 11:00 am Purpose: Discussion of Connection to the County and Gaithersburg Bikeway Systems A direct and safe walking and bicycle pathway to the Metro and the Grove Shopping area has been a goal in the Town’s Master Plan for...A Second Camp Meeting
A second camp meeting was served by the B&O Railroad when it stopped at the Washington Grove station… Did you know that Johnson’s Park at Emory Grove, alongside Washington Grove Lane, was the site of a camp meeting? The community of Emory Grove,...Washington Grove Cares
WGC wishes everyone the best in 2020. If your New Year’s resolutions, despite your good intentions, leave you quaking at the unimaginable work of decluttering or redecorating, or disheartened by the challenge of learning to ice skate or speak Spanish, or...Sip & Knit Night!
The Washington Grove Recreation Committee is planning to host a Sip and Knit night this winter with a fantastic local knitting teacher. Susan is excellent at fixing mistakes, helping folks start projects, finish projects, learn new stitches, and working with new...Speed Hump Testing Continues!
The trial speed hump at Oak and Grove Road has been replaced with a new hump configured to reduce jarring at 15 mph. The previous Grove Road hump will be installed on Chestnut Road between Center and Oak. The speed bumps on Chestnut Road will be removed and installed...Kudos to these Grovers
Many thanks to Lawren and Richard Lankford, Eric Selby, the musicians, Master Griller Ted Yachup, the many who helped set-up and clean-up, Rec. Committee Co-chair Emily Cavey and, last but not least, Co-chair Missy Yachup for making BluestoberFest a huge success!...Tips from the National Wildlife Federation
Did you know that leaving the leaves in your yard or garden not only saves you time and energy but also benefits wildlife? Here are a few good reasons to put down the rake: Provide habitat for wildlife: frogs, turtles and salamanders rely on fallen leaves to provide...MCDOT Amity/Crabbs Branch Study Presentation to the Town Council
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation has initiated a study of completing the connection between Crabbs Branch Rd and Amity Dr., and will review their plans at 7:00 PM on October 14, 2019 in McCathran Hall before the Town Council meeting. Residents are...P3 Program Update
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration I-495 & I-270 Public-Private Partnership (P3) Program continues working to relieve the National Capital Region’s traffic congestion. To learn more, go to 495-270-p3.com/p-3...Washington Grove Cares – Thanks
Thanks to Mary Blake and her co-presenter, William Kellibrew for leading a stimulating discussion of trauma and trauma-informed care. And thanks to our Washington Grove neighbors for attending and participating in this important discussion. A list of relevant...3rd Annual Washington Grove Fall Festival – Sat. Sept 28
The festival is outdoors, on the green, at the Methodist Church on Saturday, September 28th from 10-5. Come by and have lunch at one of our food trucks and don’t forget to enjoy ice cream from Ben and Jerry’s. Purchase a pumpkin from our “Pumpkin...Washington Grove Cares – 4th What’s My Line?
How can individuals and communities heal from traumatic events? Neighbor Mary Blake (Chestnut Avenue) will raise awareness of trauma (e.g., violence, abuse, adversity, bullying) and discuss new and innovative ways that people are mobilizing to respond and facilitate...Communications Work Group & Mtg 07.24.19
The Communications Working Group will meet Wednesday, July 24 at 7pm at Marida Hines’s house. All are welcome to attend. Topics will include the usability test for the website, next steps in emergency communications planning, and communications to support volunteerism...Washington Grove Cares News
Thanks to Ryan Young for his stimulating talk, (in June) on the origins of lymphoma, part of our series, What’s My Line? Grovers Revealed. And thanks to all the Grovers who turned out for his presentation. Stay tuned for announcements about future talks by town...Washington Grove’s PastPerfect Online
We live in an historic community, and through the efforts of the Historic Preservation Commission, that history is becoming more readily available to both our residents and historians interested in researching our unique little town. Washington Grove’s...Washington Grove Cares News
WGC invites everyone to another stimulating and timely talk in our series, What’s My Line? Grovers Revealed, highlighting our neighbors’ areas of expertise and passions. On Sunday, June 2, at 3 PM in McCathran Hall, Dr. Ryan Young (Ph.D. in Biochemistry)...Planning Notes of Interest
(from Mayor John Compton) Guiding Montgomery County into the Future: the General Plan to be Updated. Thrive Montgomery 2050 – the update to the County’s General Plan – has begun. This effort will lead to a new policy document that will guide the...Summer In The Parks
It’s that time of year when the Town of Washington Grove announces plans for yet another exciting July full of fun and adventure! For decades, Washington Grove’s SITP program has been a unique, unparalleled camp for children to spend their summer in a...Mindfulness & Meditation in The Grove
Family friendly events scheduled once a month on a Saturday for the next two (2) months; May 4th, and June 22, 2019. The events will go from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. in McCathran Hall. All are welcome. Contact Eleni Khan for further details,...Washington Grove Cares
Washington Grove Cares has coordinated meals and rides for residents in recent weeks. If you’re going through a rough patch or would like some skilled help from a neighbor, don’t be shy. Give us a call at 240-813-3316, drop us a line at...Washington Grove Elementary School Kindergarten Orientation
WGES is making plans for the next year’s Kindergarten Orientation for the incoming Kindergarten class (2019-2020). Orientation will occur on Friday, April 12, 2019. To be eligible for Kindergarten this coming September, children must be five years old on or...Important Message for Washington Grove Taxpayers
Maryland State Income Tax Washington Grove Subdivision Code: 1612 Every year the Town of Washington Grove receives a portion of the Maryland State income tax paid by Town residents. Because most residents do not have mail delivered to street addresses, this presents a...Woman’s Club News
Project Linus For those who like to knit, crochet or work with fabric, this year we’re participating in Project Linus. From time to time, we’ll have get togethers at the Clubhouse, where we’ll work on no-sew fleece throws to help give some security,...Washington Grove Cares
Washington Grove Cares has coordinated meals and rides for residents in recent weeks. If you’re going through a rough patch or would like some skilled help from a neighbor, don’t be shy. Give us a call at 240-813-3316, drop us a line at...I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study
MD DOT continues its I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study to evaluate congestion relief options. They released their February Newsletter, in which 7 alternative solutions have now been selected for further study (from an original 15). This Spring 2019 the public...Town Website Renovated
The town website has been substantially renovated and includes migration of all existing content into new page layouts, reorganized site architecture and changes to the site navigation. Our upgraded hosting plan now has a higher-bandwidth allowance, as we were...Street Sign Rehabilitation Team
The street sign rehabilitation team, under the able leadership of Susan Van Nostrand, continues to soldier on – in residents’ homes and workshops, and in welcoming camaraderie around Susan’s kitchen table. To date, 145 signs have undergone the...Washington Grove Taxpayers
Maryland State Income Tax Washington Grove Subdivision Code: 1612 Every year the Town of Washington Grove receives a portion of the Maryland State income tax paid by Town residents. Because most residents do not have mail delivered to street addresses, this presents a...WC Annual Membership Drive + Donations
Our Annual Membership Drive If you haven’t paid your modest $15 annual dues yet, please send a check, made out to The Woman’s Club of Washington Grove, to The Woman’s Club, PO Box 354, Washington Grove, MD 20880. The dues make it possible for us to...Washington Grove Cares Speaker
Wildfires are an ever-growing threat to life and property in the U.S., particularly in the West. On Sunday, February 3, at 3 pm, Don Henninger will present “Some Thoughts on Wildfires: Smokey the Bear vs. Hank Williams.” As the second speaker in...WC Community Outreach Programs
Woman’s Club Community Outreach programs The Washington Grove Elementary School’s Teachers Closet We collect school supplies all year for the Teachers Closet. We hope to keep it filled with things like glue sticks, pencils and sharpeners, paper, hand...A Dialogue About Muslims in America
UPDATE – 01.06.19 / Panelists include Shahid Rahman, Executive Director of the American Muslim Institution; Dr. Margaret Johnson, President of Ezher Bloom Mosque; and Marjan Naderi, high school student and poet. A recent poll indicates that only one-third of...Cleaning Person Needed
The Town is looking for a person to clean McCathran Hall. This is a pretty good part-time job for a responsible person in Town year round. The job takes 3 – 4 hours per week, usually done in the late afternoon or evening. The Town provides cleaning supplies and...Washington Grove Cares News
Thanks to all the Grovers who joined us on November 4 for Jeff McCrehan’s talk on the state of U.S. journalism (co-sponsored by WGC and the Woman’s Club). We had a great crowd to listen to Jeff’s take on this important topic, including a lively give...Cleaning Person Needed
The Town is looking for a person to clean McCathran Hall. The job takes 3 – 4 hours per week, usually done in the late afternoon or evening. The Town provides cleaning supplies and equipment. Interested parties should contact the Town Office at 301-926-2256 or...Montgomery Municipal Cable Survey
The Town is a participating member of Montgomery Municipal Cable (MMC), a nonprofit organization that operates a cable station on behalf of municipalities in Montgomery County (Channel 16 on Verizon and Comcast). MMC also provides a streaming archive of its programs,...Washington Grove Cares Sponsors Speaker – Sun. 11.04
Extra! Extra! Jeff McCrehan will share stories from his time as a reporter, producer, and editorial writer for NPR and the Christian Science Monitor on Sunday, November 4, at 3:00 pm in McCathran Hall. Hear his take on the state of American journalism, and throw in...Need Advice, Inspiration or Guidance for Your Home Restoration?
Take a look at issues of Old House Journal at the Town Office. Published since 1973, this magazine specializes in information about the restoration of old houses.MAHDC Washington Grove Tour – Sunday, October 21, 2018
UPDATE – 09.28.18 / The event will start at 2:00 pm in McCathran Hall with a seated presentation by Clare Lise Kelly, followed by the walking tour and an opportunity to see the interiors of a few homes. Important: We expect a good turnout from the...Streetlight Committee to Form …. Again!
Our old streetlight fixtures and bulbs are slipping into obsolescence. A Streetlight Committee will advise the Council on alternatives to our current fixtures. For more information about this group, please contact Darrell Anderson at 301-963-8555 or...Washington Grove Cares
Because Wikispaces is closing down, our Town’s shared wisdom about local professionals and tradespeople and restaurants had to be moved. Washington Grove Cares has made these recommendation lists easily accessible to all on its website at...HPC – Seeking Volunteers to Open Their Homes…
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Next meeting: Tuesday, August 22, 2018; 7:30 p.m. in the Council Room. All meetings are open to the public. Seeking Volunteers to Open Their Homes… The Maryland Association of Historic District Commissions (MAHDC) has...Check Out Our July 4th Festivities ON TV!
Thanks to Montgomery Municipal Cable (MMC) for capturing the Washington Grove 4th of July Celebration in the video now available on YouTube by clicking on: https://youtu.be/aCqu65AjS0Ehttps://youtu.be/aCqu65AjS0E MMC’s Melissa Aymold joined us here to do the...WASHINGTON GROVE CARES!
Washington Grove Cares (WGC) is sponsoring a cross-generational Musical Petting Zoo at Summer In The Parks (SITP) on Friday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The Musical Petting Zoo will give the kids a brief introduction to each instrument and the hands-on...I-495 & I-270 Managed Lanes Study
Public workshop in Clarksburg July 17 This study is part of the MDOT “Traffic Relief Plan” evaluating improvements in the I-495 and I-270 corridors. The website is www.495-270-P3.com and the new project newsletter can be accessed here...Communications Group Kickoff Meeting Thursday July 5, 2018
There was a great response to the call for the formation of a Communications Group.The mission of the temporary group is to prepare a report to the Town Council analyzing possibilities for optimizing communications for the Town to the citizenry. The group will have a...Washington Grove Cares!
Calling All Musicians! And Owners of Instruments from Near and Far! Washington Grove Cares is sponsoring a cross-generational Musical Petting Zoo at Summer In The Parks on Friday, July 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A musical petting zoo allows kids to hear and...Group forming to improve official communications from the Town to residents
If you are interested in this topic please call or email Councilor Marida Hines (301-580-1026 or [email protected]) and ask to be included in outreach as the
Communications Group takes shape.
(MML) Legislative Committee three priorities for the 2018 Session
Legislative Update: (MML) Legislative Committee is proud to announce the three priorities for the 2018 Session have all passed. They are listed below: From the Mayor – 04.03.18Washington Grove Cares
Volunteer or request Assistance https://www.washingtongrovecares.org [email protected] 301-977-7331Shady Grove Metro Station
Do you want a second access to the platform at the Shady Grove Metro to relieve current peak hour crowding? Several alternative plans for this were floated by WMATA several years ago. But nothing further has happened! Should Metro upgrade the Shady Grove Metro station...Washington Grove Cares
In January, the post-holiday doldrums can get us down. Or maybe we’ve put off tasks that now must be done, or doctor’s appointments that can’t wait. Think about connecting with your neighbors through Washington Grove Cares if you need help and to...Washington Grove Cares
December holidays are coming with all their traditions, warmth and good fellowship. The holidays also bring many extra tasks—cooking and baking, decorating, shopping, etc. If you feel overwhelmed by these chores, you can look to WGC to ask for help from your...Washington Grove Cares (WGC) Website
Washington Grove residents have been responding to a variety of needs using the Washington Grove Cares (WGC) website (washingtongrovecares.org). Recent examples include providing meals for families under stress, occasional dog walking, and identifying walking...WASHINGTON GROVE CARES!
WASHINGTON GROVE CARES! Washington Grove residents have been responding to a variety of needs using the Washington Grove Cares (WGC) website (washingtongrovecares.org). Recent examples include providing meals for families under stress, occasional dog walking, and...Washington Grove Cares Update
Washington Grove Cares connects Town residents who need assistance with neighbors who can provide help at no charge. You can arrange for rides to appointments, ask for prepared meals during a difficult period or get help with grocery shopping. As of late February, 47...Clare Kelly speaking at Town Hall Fri. Oct. 21 about her book Montgomery Modern
Former Grove resident Clare Lise Kelly, Architectural History Specialist at the Montgomery County Planning Department, will speak about her most recent book, Montgomery Modern, in McCathran Hall on Friday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served....
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