You don’t have to be a genealogy expert to find out about your family’s history! Numerous websites and platforms now make it possible to start learning about your ancestors from home. In this lecture, we’ll discuss some of the most popular and explore their features. We’ll also talk about how to access free resources, including those available from many public libraries, and explore websites offering tips and guides to creating your own digital family tree.
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The State of Black Health Survey is now open for African American, African, and Caribbean residents of Montgomery County through August 28, 2026. The survey, available in English, French, Haitian Creole, Amharic, and Spanish, is intended to inform future health programs and services for Black communities in the county. It takes a few minutes to complete.
Montgomery County invites you to participate in the State of Black Health Survey […]
Join us for a step back into history in touring the Boyds Negro School on Tuesday, August 11th at 1pm.
This school is located in the historic “White Grounds” Black Community. The tour will provide a brief history of the founding of the school and describe the features that were present during it operation from 1896 to 1936.
Tickets are limited. Register Here
Losing a spouse often brings financial changes at a time when you are the least prepared to handle them. The Social Security survivor benefit exists to cushion that transition. Depending on the age your spouse first claimed, you will be entitled to up to 100% of your late spouse’s benefit.
It is important to keep this in mind when deciding when to make claim your initial claim for Social Security benefits. The survivor benefit is calculated from the deceased spouse’s earnings record, and the amount depends on your age when you claim it. At […]
Almost 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, but less than 1 percent is available for human use. Of all the earth’s water, 97% is salt water found in oceans and seas. Water plays a big role in supporting our communities. Without water, there would be no local business or industry. Firefighting, municipal parks, golf courses, and public swimming pools all need lots of water. An array of pipes, canals, and pumping stations managed by our public water systems […]
If you receive a package you didn’t order, that may indicate a “brushing” scam or a more nefarious ‘Trojan Horse” attempt to steal your private information. Never scan any bar or QR code on or in the package. You may be giving access to all the information on your phone. Be very skeptical of any “gift” included in the package, especially anything that might contain electronics that could record sound or signals. You may […]
Food insecurity does not take vacations! Help WUMCO Keep Food on Shelves
Help your neighbors who are experiencing food insecurity! Our local food pantry at WUMCO Help continues to see an unprecedented high demand for food assistance.
WUMCO needs help to keep food on their shelves for their clients who are mostly area seniors and working-parent families who are food insecure. Anything is appreciated, but there are some particular needs.
Very often we see the name of a street, park, or facility and have no idea for whom they were named. If you have ever been to, or driven by the Western County Swimming Pool, you may have wondered about the name and why the pool was named for Sarah Auer.
Sarah E. Auer was a dedicated swim coach from Poolesville, Maryland, whose passion for mentoring young swimmers left a lasting impact on the Montgomery County swimming community. […]
The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) and Maryland’s Best are proud to celebrate 2026: The International Year of the Woman Farmer. They are seeking to honor the resilience, innovation, and leadership of women who are the backbone of our state’s agricultural industry.
Data from the Farm and Agriculture Organization shows that women make up about 40% of the global agrifood workforce, yet rural women face disproportionate barriers. Closing these gaps could raise global GDP […]
Maryland continues to remain under a drought condition as persistent rainfall deficits continue to affect groundwater supplies. The Montgomery Council of Governments has declared a regional drought watch. Mandatory restrictions have not been put in place, but residents, especially those on private wells, are encouraged to use water wisely.
Unlike rivers and streams, groundwater recharges slowly. Even after heavy rain, it can take weeks or months for water to infiltrate the soil and replenish aquifers. […]