On Wednesday, April 15th, join us for an informative session, presented by the educators from the Alzheimer’s Association, exploring the essential differences between Alzheimer’s and Dementia. We will gain insights into the various stages, risk factors, current research, and FDA-approved treatments.
Don’t forget the important April 15th deadline —when taxpayers need to file their Federal Income Tax Return. If you made $84,000 or less in 2025, you could file using the IRS free file program.
The IRS Free File program is a partnership between the IRS and tax preparation software companies. It allows eligible taxpayers to prepare and file their federal tax returns for […]
Spring is a wonderful time to get out and explore the countryside that surrounds us! And what better excuse than the Countryside Artisans Spring Tour April 17th – 19th, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Use the tour map to plan your visit to a select group of 19 accomplished visual, sculptural, and textile artists living and working in both historic and rural areas of Montgomery, Howard, and Frederick […]
Scammers know that seniors trust official‑looking mail, which is why a growing number are receiving fake “new” plastic Medicare cards in their mailboxes. These cards look convincing—laminated, glossy, and sometimes even stamped with fake holograms—but they are not real. Medicare does not issue plastic cards under any circumstances. Most importantly, Medicare has no program that requires you to “activate” a new card by giving your Social Security number.
Falling for this Medicare card scam will most assuredly expose you to identity […]
If you have ever enjoyed the C&O Canal, you should thank Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas. After the C&O Canal ceased commercial operations in 1924, the US Government acquired the right of way to all 184.5 miles of the Canal in 1938. The first 22 miles of the Canal were repaired and restored before the project was halted by World War II. After the war, Congress appropriated money for a study on the […]
SOAR is Montgomery County Recreation’s “Senior Outdoor Adventures in Recreation” program, designed for active adults, ages 55+. You’ll rarely have a better time than on one of the SOAR excursions to the performing arts, regional festivals, historic sites, guided tours, shopping venues and ballgames, among other activities.
Each activity or trip requires a substantial amount of walking and/or physical exertion. Program participants should be in good physical condition and consult with their […]
Join Ashley Kelch for an evening of line dancing. If you’ve never tried it, this is your gentle introduction during the first hour. In the second hour Ashley adds some new moves! If you’ve line danced before, come and have some fun while meeting new people.
We celebrate Earth Month in April, and Earth Day on April 22. The theme for Earth Day 2026 “Our Power, Our Planet”, highlights the importance of community-driven environmental progress, shows that meaningful environmental change comes from everyday actions rather than relying solely on policy or government initiatives. It’s sustained by daily actions of communities, educators, workers, and families protecting where they live and work.
EARTHDAY.ORG aims for a 60% reduction in the production of […]
Come learn what creates a great opening song for a musical. Join Paul Stregevsky on April 9th at 7:00 pm as he describes the art of the establishing number.
Are you interested in local history? Would you like to imagine what living in this area was like several centuries ago? Darnall Farm, one of the few area properties that demonstrates the way of life of early 1800’s small farm life, is a hidden gem located along Whites Ferry Road (Rt 107) a few miles east of Poolesville on the way to Gaithersburg. The historic complex of stone structures is also reminiscent of a farmstead in Europe or the British […]