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Thank you to Michelle Roche who led our intrepid PS! Book Club’s discussion of the August Book Club Selection: The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel. Some readers found the book slow going in the beginning with its seemingly unrelated vignettes of so many characters. The effects of childhood trauma and the notion that “one can know and not know at the same time” eventually link the characters together in […]

Many of us are so involved in our own daily routines that we overlook the history on display in our own town. Poolesville and our surrounding area hosts quite a few Historic Markers, many of which we walk and drive by daily without noticing. We are going to highlight these markers in a series of articles. Please take some time to stop by, read them in person, and get to know the history of […]

At the direction of Congress, the Federal Communications Commission designated a new national 988 lifeline for mental and behavioral health emergencies – thoughts of suicide, erratic behavior, substance abuse issues, or if you are worried about someone who may need crisis support. 

Since July 16th anyone in the country can call or text 988 to get free, confidential, and immediate help for a mental health emergency. Everyone already […]

Our search is over! Poolesville Seniors is excited to announce the arrival this week of our new Executive Director, Kelly Parker.  Relatively new residents of Poolesville, Kelly and her family are looking forward to becoming more familiar with all that our community has to offer.  

Kelly comes to us with a strong background in web-based content, including graphical design. She also has experience coordinating events and working with volunteers.  We believe that Kelly […]

Mahjong Thursdays at Speer Hall (behind Poolesville Presbyterian) 10 am – 12:30 pm  

Bridge Open Play Tuesdays at Speer Hall (behind Poolesville Presbyterian) 1 pm –  4:00pm.  

Poolesville Farmers Market Saturdays 9:00am to 1:00 pm at Whalen Commons. (20+) Poolesville Farmers Market | Facebook  

 Sarah Auer Pool – 3-hour sessions Hours

What Happened on this Date in history – August 22nd 

1485 – Richard III, last of the Plantagenets, slain at Bosworth Field 

1787—John Fitch completes tests of his steamboat, 22 years before Fulton’s first test of his steamboat 

1851 – Gold discovered in Australia 

1864 – Geneva Convention signed by 12 nations 

1964 – International Red Cross founded 

1922 – Michael Collins assassinated in an ambush in […]

The Montgomery County Extension Office warns that Montgomery County is suffering again this year from an infestation of Spotted Lantern Fly (SLF). There is a quarantine in effect, and you need to be on the lookout for this very destructive insect. Residents of all Maryland counties except Harford and Cecil are urged to […]

Bored? Check out our GAME BOARDS?

Join us on August 23 at 1:00 p.m. for an afternoon of board games – Mexican Train, Scrabble, Rummikub, Pente or bring your own favorite to share.  Bring a friend, neighbor, or a group. Enjoy old friends and make new friends while enjoying an afternoon of board games, light refreshments, and prizes. 

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Join Poolesville Seniors on September 22nd @7pm for the next Historic Ag Reserve Properties presentation with local historian Kenny Sholes. The lands around us have played an important part in American history over the last few centuries. The fields we pass through each day have spurred economic development, been the scene of battles, provided escape from the pace of daily life, and brought families together at the dinner table. Dotting this landscape is an array of impressive historic homes […]