Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Town Elections
The Election is May 8: vote-by-mail and absentee ballots will be available beginning April 19. *See [ https://washingtongrovemd.org/government/government-overview/elections/ ] for more information Offices open: Mayor (one year-term) Town Council (three year-terms, two...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2021 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Shared Use Path News
The second public presentation by the Washington Grove Connector – Crabbs Branch Extension study being conducted by the Montgomery County Department of Transportation was held by Zoom on February 17th. Impacts and cost estimates were discussed for the several routes...
Mar 1, 2021 | Alerts, Announcements
For property owners aged 65 and over who either… (1) have owned and lived in their home for the last 40 consecutive years, OR (2) are retired from one of the United States Armed Forces including military reserves, the National Guard, and the uniformed corps of...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Lake Committee News
Next Meeting: Thursday, March 18, 2021, 7:30 pm Via ZOOM Video Conference Maple Lake Cleanup: The annual cleanup will be on Saturday, April 24th at 10 AM. Please join in and bring your leaf rake, shovel, and wheelbarrow if you have one. Rain date is Sunday, April 25th...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Budget, Town Council News
Monday, March 22, 2021, 7:30 pm via Zoom The Mayor and Council will hold a work session to plan a budget for the coming year which begins on July 1, 2021. Public input is welcomed. At their April 12 meeting, the Council will adopt a recommended budget. A summary of...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Sustainability News
Next meeting of the Sustainability Group is March 23, 7:30 PM. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3440199688 Save $$ and the Environment: Make the Switch to Renewable Electricity You can do something about climate change. The Maryland Electric Choice program makes...
Mar 1, 2021 | Announcements, Services Info
Per our contract with US Lawns, the spring 2020/21 leaf pick up must be completed by close of business on Wednesday, March 26, 2021. Residents have one final opportunity to have their spring leaves picked up by the vacuum truck. Please be mindful not to block traffic...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Sustainability News
Sustainability and Washington Grove: Presentation and discussion of the Montgomery County Climate Action Plan Draft. Virtual Presentation Tuesday February 2 at 7:30 PM The new Sustainability section proposed for the Town’s Master/Comprehensive Plan (currently...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Featured Town History, Historic Preservation News
The Commercial Corner in the 60s and 70s The research of Robinson & Associates in preparation of the Updated and Expanded Washington Grove Historic District Nomination forms the basis of this month’s overview of our Commercial Corner’s more recent past. It is...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
New and old Town residents are reminded that Washington Grove is a self-governing municipality dependent on citizen volunteers. The office of Mayor is filled every year, as are two seats on the Town Council with three year-terms. This year’s election will be held on...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Woman's Club News
Congratulations to our new 2021 Officers – Liz Robertson, President; Arlene McCrehan, Vice- President; Cynthia Werts, Treasurer; Caitlin Bethepu, Recording Secretary; and Kitty Seiferlein, Corresponding Secretary. We want to thank everyone who helped make our Virtual...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, February 8, 2021; 7:30pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Shared Use Path News
Virtual Presentation Tuesday February 17 from 7:00- 9:00 PM This will be the second public meeting on the Washington Grove multiuse pathway Connector – Crabbs Branch Way extension projects being studied by MCDOT. These projects will help connect the terminus of Crabbs...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Lake Committee News
Next Meeting: Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021, 7:30 pm Via ZOOM Video Conference It may be too early to think about swimming in the Lake and planning for Lifeguards & Swim Instructors, but we can get together and discuss some general plans for the summer (and watch for...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements
Next meeting: Sunday, February 21, 2021; 2:00 p.m. 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 resources...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Film Society News
“Chan is Missing” — Discussion on Sunday, Feb. 21 Chan has disappeared, along with $4,000 lent to him by Jo and Steve, Chinese American cabbies in San Francisco. Determined to track him down, they hit the streets of Chinatown, interviewing those with connections...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News
The Montgomery County Council will be holding a public hearing on the Planning Board Drift of the Shady Grove Minor Master Plan Amendment on February 23, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. If you are interested in testifying at the public hearing, please call (240) 777- 7803. Copies...
Feb 1, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Sustainability News
Some residents have formed the Washington Grove Sustainability Group (SG) to facilitate action to reduce our carbon footprint. We are drafting a Town Climate Action Plan that will have both short- and long-term goals. We plan to offer informative programs for...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Public Hearings, Town Council News
On Monday, January 11, 2021 the Mayor and Council will hold three (3) VIRTUAL public hearings on the following ordinances: Ordinance 2020-13; Amending Article I to Enable Regulation of Activity on Town Land by Resolution, to Prohibit Damage to or Removal of...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, January 11, 2021; 7:00pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News
The Making of Cottage Fever: A Virtually Real Holiday Show By Judy Mroczka The Accidental Producer/Writer/Director (written at the request of the Mayor to pay tribute to all who worked on the show) It takes a village to create a holiday show. In Cottage Fever, there...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Annual Events News, Woman's Club News
Please join us for our Virtual GOLD Elephant Auction Saturday – January 23rd from 7:00 to 8:30 PM It’s another Zoom event! The Woman’s Club will be going virtual for our Annual Auction on Saturday, January 23, 2021 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. This year, instead of White...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Next work session: Monday January 25 at 7:30 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Film Society News
January is Paul Newman Month “Cool Hand Luke” – Discussion on January 17 A rebellious petty criminal, sentenced to a couple of years in a Florida prison, refuses to buckle to the rules of the place. Paul Newman portrays Luke with a knowing smile and thorough...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Sustainability News
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...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Featured Town History, Historic Preservation News
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...
Jan 10, 2021 | Announcements, Town Maintenance News
Cherry Avenue: Steve Werts and helpers have installed a new drainage pipe across Cherry Avenue (near Center Street) to improve stormwater runoff across the walkway. The Avenue will be further leveled by Spring, and hopefully this will solve the long-standing drainage...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
Save December 12Th For This Year’s Virtual Holiday Show! Make sure to tune in on December 12th at 7:30 PM for a livestream of Cottage Fever: A Virtually Real Holiday Show! It will be like nothing you have ever seen before! Cottage Fever ProgramPDF For the livestream,...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
Time: Dec 12, 2020 09:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83916176416?pwd=NFFna1luUldQZjFlVGQ1ajNnd2NOUT09 Meeting ID: 839 1617 6416 Passcode: WGHoliday HO, HO,...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Featured Town History
Once again, we acknowledge with appreciation the research of Robinson & Associates in preparation of the Updated and Expanded Washington Grove Historic District Nomination. Their research forms the basis of this month’s overview of shelter at camp meetings. The...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Woman's Club News
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...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Next meeting: Monday, December 14, 2020; 7:30pm The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
The Woman’s Club will be doing an online White Elephant Auction via Zoom, on Saturday, January 23rd at 7:00 PM. Watch next month’s Bulletin for more information!
Dec 5, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements
Recyclable Yard Waste Collection Ends Please note that THURSDAY December 31, 2020 will be the last date for collection of recyclable yard waste by Potomac Disposal this year. This service will resume in early March. Christmas Tree Disposal Beginning in late December,...
Dec 5, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements
July 4th Parade Video I would very much like to upload the July 4th parade onto YouTube as well, but I want to allow people time to pull out of the video if you do not want to be on YouTube. The link will be an unlisted link which means that a search on YouTube will...
Dec 5, 2020 | Announcements, Film Society News
The Film Society is taking a break in December from hosting a Zoom movie discussion. We plan to return in the new year with discussions of entertaining and thought-provoking movies. We thank our loyal audience for their participation in discussions this year and...
Nov 23, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements
Because of the conflict with our refuse collection day and the Thanksgiving holiday, the regular refuse collection will take place on WEDNESDAY, November 25, 2020. Please make a note of this. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
Nov 21, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE WASHINGTON GROVE ZONING ORDINANCE TO MODIFY THE FRONT MINIMUM SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCESSORY BUILDINGS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Nov 17, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News
Halloween 2020 in the Grove
Nov 1, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements, Town Elections
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 (a). “Signs are permitted in each zone subject to the...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
McCathran Hall WILL NOT be our in-person polling place for the 2020 Presidential General Election. If you plan to vote in person, you must go to Gaithersburg High School. Please go to the Maryland State website for more info;...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, November 9, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News
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...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Featured Town History
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...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News
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.
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note that the 2020 Master Plan is now the 2020 Comprehensive Plan which is the nomenclature recommended by the Maryland Department of Planning. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan draft versions are available on the Comprehensive Plan page of the Town website. The...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Film Society News
The Film Society: “Blindspotting” Discussion on November 22, 2020. Daveed Diggs, winner of Grammy and Tony awards for his roles in ¨Hamilton,¨ and his long-time friend, Raphael Casal, wrote and superbly co-star in “Blindspotting.” A young Black man in Oakland aims to...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
Make sure to tune in on December 12th at 7:30 PM for a livestream of Cottage Fever: A Virtually Real Holiday Show! It will be like nothing you have ever seen before! For the livestream, go to www.mmctv.org and click on Watch LIVE in the upper right-hand corner....
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Recreation Committee News
Next Meeting: Wednesday, January 20, 2021. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM. Look on the Town website for more details. No meetings will take place in November or December. Shhhhhh! It’s a SECRET! No kids should read this! That...
Nov 1, 2020 | Announcements, Historic Preservation News, Town Council News
To the HPC upon successful culmination of the Town’s application for expansion of our National Historic Register boundaries and all the dedicated volunteers and professionals who helped with this long, formidable process.
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Town Elections
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...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Emergency Preparedness Committee News
Next Meeting: Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY by using Zoom videoconference at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82268141384?pwd=VnJwNFMyNGVjck1oN25HOTR5eitYUT09; Phone: 301 715 8592; Meeting ID: 822 6814 1384; Passcode: 749922 COVID-19 Preparedness...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Film Society News
WG Film Society’s Ghostober Discussion Get in the mood for Halloween with the Film Society’s selection for October: The Orphanage. Atmospheric and beautifully crafted, scary but not too scary, The Orphanage may be the perfect hauntedhouse movie for Halloween....
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Services Info
New and long-time residents alike are reminded of the Town contract for bulk leaf removal each autumn. The contractor, Green Earth, Inc., will make regular but unscheduled pickups of leaves raked or blown into windrows within six (6) feet of any roadway or walkway,...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Services Info
Mark your calendars! The Town has scheduled a bulk trash collection for NOVEMBER 7, 2020. Materials may include furniture, appliances (nothing with freon like air conditioning units), rugs, large toys, small auto parts, etc. Material may NOT include construction...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Elections
McCathran Hall is not our in-person voting place in November. Instead… In-Person voting on November 3: You may go to Gaithersburg High School or any of 28 Election Day Vote Centers. For Early Voting October 26 thru November 2: There will be 11 Early Voting Centers in...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
In August, the Washington Grove Town Council and Mayor approved distributing an appeal to the Town by email asking for donations to the Capital Area Food Bank. The action was spearheaded by Kathie Evans. This effort collected $7,600.00 for the food bank. Thank you,...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
Pumpkin Carving Contest: We’ll be carving pumpkins and leaving them on our doorsteps so people can walk around Town and see the beautiful creations! Please remember to practice social distancing, and wear masks. Prizes will be awarded for the best design! Pumpkins...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
Mark your calendars for December 12, 7:30 p.m., when you can tune in to the 2020 Washington Grove Holiday Show! DO YOU WANT TO BE PART OF IT? Musicians and singers — we are looking for you! But we are also looking for anyone who has a few hours between now and...
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Featured Town History
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....
Oct 4, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Town Budget
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...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News
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...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, Sept. 14, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Mayor’s Kudos...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Historic Preservation News
Next meeting: Tuesday, September 15, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM. For a copy of the Agenda, email Chairman Bob Booher ([email protected]). Join Zoom Meeting...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website. The Agenda will be posted on the Town web site home page. Work Session Notice: Wednesday September 16 at 7:30 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY As part of the Town’s...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Lake Committee News
Next Meeting: Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM. Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82784421944?pwd=ZHhnbHZIS2RWNGJZeEM5elZ0T3dHdz09 By phone: 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 827 8442 1944...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Emergency Preparedness Committee News
Next Meeting: Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY by using Zoom videoconference at https://zoom.us/j/913357212, password: 768563 If you or a member of your household has tested positive for COVID-19, please review CDC and Maryland guidance on...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Woods Committee News
Next Meeting: ONLINE Monday, August 31, 2020; 7:30 p.m. Our meetings are routinely held on the first Monday of each month, but this meeting was rescheduled to accommodate the Labor Day holiday. Our next online meeting will be held on Monday, October 5th. To join the...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Featured Town History
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...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News
In March, the MCDOT study of three alternative multi-use pathway routes to connect the Town to the County Bikeways system at Crabbs Branch Way began in earnest following input from residents. Progress has been slower than planned during the epidemic, but the report...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
The show must go on! And so it will! Plans are afoot for a virtual holiday show to air on December 12. If you would like to be involved, please contact Judy Mroczka at [email protected] or Marilynn Frey at ma[email protected]. We are in search of musicians,...
Sep 11, 2020 | Announcements, Film Society News
The timely and award-winning 2016 documentary “I Am Not Your Negro” is the Film Society’s choice for September’s discussion. It is streaming at no charge across numerous platforms, including Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and Kanopy. All are welcome to view the film and...
Aug 21, 2020 | Announcements, Featured News, Grove Alert!
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) CDC Coronavirus (COVID-19) What to Do If You Are Sick Caring for Someone Sick at Home 10 things you can do to manage your COVID-19 symptoms at home pdf If You Have Pets How to Protect Yourself & Others Maryland...
Aug 6, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements, Woman's Club News
The 2020 – 2022 Washington Grove Directories are here! The new Directories are back from the printers. The challenge in this time of Covid-19 will be how to distribute them. Our hope is to set up a table in front of the Woman’s Club a couple of evenings...
Aug 6, 2020 | Announcements, Film Society News
The Film society invites you to our August Film Discussion: join your neighbors on Zoom to share your thoughts on Samba, August 30, 7:30 pm. “Samba,” a 2014 crowd-pleasing, social comedy-drama, comes from the makers of “The Intouchables,”...
Aug 6, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News, Featured Town History
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 Washington Grove Historic District Nomination. Excerpts...
Aug 6, 2020 | Announcements, Woods Committee News
Next Meeting: ONLINE Monday, August 3, 2020; 7:30 p.m. as part of the Town’s response to protect ourselves and our community from the COVID-19 pandemic Our meetings are held on the first Monday of each month and will be REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. NOTE: Our September...
Aug 6, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource News
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,...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News
2020 Virtual Fourth of July Costume Parade and Awards Ceremony Attention all Yankee Doodle Dandies! Covid-19 won’t tread on our patriotic spirit this year: we’ll be holding our annual Fourth of July costume parade this Saturday, July 4, except it will be...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Planning Commission News
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website . Work Session Notice: Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 7:00 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. As part of the Town’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, this Master Plan Work...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Annual Events News, Woman's Club News
Like so many events in Town, our annual Progressive Porch will be virtual this year. Our plan is to have it at 7:00 PM on July 11th, and while you sit on your porch, or in your living room, enjoying your snacks and beverages, you will be able to listen to the memories...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, July 13, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Ordinance Announcements, Public Hearings, Town Council News
The Washington Grove Town Council will hold a VIRTUAL public hearing on July 13, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. to hear public testimony on proposed Ordinance 2020-01; Amending Article XIII “Application of County Legislation: to include Chapter 33B “Pesticides” (PDF)....
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Notable & Official News, Resolution Announcements
The Public is invited to comment on Resolution No. 2020-08; Authorizing Deer Management Bow Hunting Sessions pdf that was introduced at the June Town Council meeting. Written comment should be emailed in advance to the Town Clerk ([email protected]). Live public...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021, Notable & Official News, Planning Commission News
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website . Work Session Notice: Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 7:00 pm. REMOTE ACCESS ONLY. As part of the Town’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, this Master Plan Work...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Lake Committee News
Next Meeting: Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM. For a copy of the Agenda, email Chairman John Hutchinson ([email protected]) Join Zoom Meeting: Zoom link:...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Community Resource 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...
Jul 3, 2020 | Announcements, Film Society News
In July, the Washington Grove Film Society continues our experiment in sociable but social-distanced film appreciation and discussion via Zoom. The movie for July is The Rider. Join the fun in 3 easy steps: 1. Before Sunday, July 26, enjoy watching The Rider. After a...
Jul 3, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements
The Town of Washington Grove seeks a qualified individual to fill the position of Town Treasurer beginning Spring-Summer 2021. The Treasurer has broad responsibilities, functioning as financial officer, bookkeeper, purchasing agent and in other capacities to insure...
Jun 19, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements, Lake Committee News, Outdoor Events News
MC Pool Guidance update pdf In consideration of the Phase 2 Guidelines to Reopen Montgomery County Pools, we are now able to reopen Maple Lake in Washington Grove under the following conditions: A maximum of 30 visitors will be allowed to enter the Lake Area (Park.)...
Jun 19, 2020 | Announcements, Recreation Committee News
Friday – June 19, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Virtual Happy hour and evening relaxation from the comfort of your own home! Band: Eddy Viscosity and the Turbulent Core & Friends [An eclectic mix of socially distanced NIST and Grove musicians in masks] Live-streamed...
Jun 19, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements
Dear Town Residents, Spring and early summer growth of non-native invasive plant species is emerging in the Town’s East and West Woods, and our contractor, Invasive Plant Control (IPC), will be working several days during the week of June 22nd, beginning on Monday...
Jun 5, 2020 | Alerts, Announcements
The Town Council has declared the first Friday in June – June 5th – as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in a Proclamation approved May 18th. [ WG National Gun Violence Awareness Day ]
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Services Info
DON’T FORGET!! Materials may include furniture, appliances (nothing with freon like air conditioning units), rugs, large toys, small auto parts, etc. Material may NOT include construction by-products from your renovation projects, large automotive parts or...
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Town Council News
Next meeting: Monday, June 8, 2020; 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend this virtual meeting via ZOOM at; https://us02web.zoom.us/j/297850640?pwd=czh3ODBEdEpTeXdkRTc5bDFmLzN2UT09 Or Dial-in to 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 297 850 640 Password: 074385 Actions at the...
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Recreation Committee News
WANT TO ADD A LITTLE ZING to your Saturday evening? The Washington Grove Recreation Committee invites town residents of all ages to play Zoom Bingo! Join your neighbors and friends for this socially-distanced social event! DATE: Saturday, June 13 TIME: ...
May 31, 2020 | Announcements, Comprehensive Plan 2019-2021
Please note the 2020 Master Plan draft versions are available on the Master Plan page of the Town website. Work Session Notice: Wednesday, June 17, 2020, 7:30 pm, REMOTE ACCESS ONLY As part of the Town’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, this Master Plan Work...
