Montgomery Village News Articles

Give Broken Items a Second Life at the Fix-It Clinic

fix-it_flyer

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) invites residents to give broken belongings a second chance at the Fix-It Clinic on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Gaithersburg Library, 18330 Montgomery Village Avenue. This free community event helps...

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) invites residents to give broken belongings a second chance at the Fix-It Clinic on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Gaithersburg Library, 18330 Montgomery Village Avenue. This free community event helps residents reduce waste, learn practical repair skills, and extend the life of everyday items with hands-on guidance from volunteer fixers. Participants can bring items needing repair, including electronics, small appliances, bicycles, clothing and textiles, jewelry, and household items. Advance registration is required for repair appointments, with a limit of two items per person.

Please do NOT bring the following items:

  • Safety-Critical Items: helmets, car seat, smoke alarm, medical devices, pressurized systems, safety equipment
  • High-Voltage/ High-Energy Electronics: E-bike or scooter batteries, CRT TVs
  • Items too large, dirty, or hazardous: large appliances, fuel-contaminated tools, mold or pest-infested items, items leaking fuel, oil, or unknown fluids
  • Items with a known hazard
  • Firearms, tasers, or stun devices
  • Other items may be rejected at the discretion of the organizers

Learn more or make a repair appointment: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8AB2CA7FAC61-64355414-fixit

Continue reading

5 free outdoor activities to try this summer

Boat-Dock_paddleboat-sunset

Summer is a refreshing time to get outside, discover the Village, and enjoy family fun. With warmer, sunny weather, check out some of the outdoor areas and nature spaces that make the Village beautiful and a place both people and animals call home. Whether you’re looking for...

Continue reading

Ride smart, ride safe – e-bike and e-scooter rules

escooter

Electric bikes and electric scooters have transformed the way people travel around Montgomery County. Whether commuting to work, riding to school, or simply enjoying a neighborhood ride, these vehicles are becoming a common sight, especially amongst the youth.

With greater use comes greater responsibility. Understanding local laws and safety regulations helps...

Continue reading

Clear the Shelters Returns – Find Your New Best Friend

Clear-the-Shelters-Flyer

The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center's (MCASAC) Clear the Shelters campaign is back. The Adoption Center...

Continue reading

Christ the Servant Lutheran Church used book sale

Book-Sale

Christ the Servant Lutheran Church will be having a used book sale on July 18, July 25, and Aug. 1. The sale will be...

Continue reading