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Join a low key gathering and have dinner with those in need of a dining out partner!  Learn more and register here.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and brings awareness to precautions needed as we head into the busiest online shopping season of the year.  Since 2004, the President of the United States and Congress have declared the month of October to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a dedicated month for the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.

This year’s theme is Building a […]

The John Poole House, the oldest building in Poolesville, was built by John Poole, Jr. In 1793. The building served as a trading post for traveling merchants and local families. In 1810 it housed Poolesville’s first U.S. Post Office.

The frame portion of the building was added in 1866 and now serves as the Historic Medley District’s office which owns and preserved this historic building as well as the Old Bank Building and Museum […]

For many years, Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church has partnered with St. Peter’s Episcopal Church to offer a FREE monthly dinner to their Poolesville neighbors. Each month, people from across the spectrum of humanity come together to prepare, share, chat, eat, and be one with each other.

The two churches alternate hosting the dinner on the first Wednesday of the month. In 2025 PMUMC will host the dinner October 8th and […]

Celebrate National Farmers Day and the Agricultural Reserve with a Community Share – Along. 

Bring a dish to share while we gather to relay updates on Ag Reserve issues, strategize on the challenges we face, and celebrate with songs, poems and stories about the Ag Reserve on National Farmer Day – 

Potluck 

Story/Song/Poem Swap 

Bring a dish to share and/or a food donation for WUMCO 

Bally Cliff […]

Come join us on October 7th for Baseball Bingo Bonanza!  Enjoy bingo, baseball bingo, trivia, prizes, peanuts, popcorn and Cracker Jacks!

Learn more and register here!

October, Global Diversity Awareness Month, presents the perfect opportunity to learn more about new cultures, and explore the diversity that makes the world such a wonderful place. 

As the world becomes increasingly connected and globalized, it’s important to remember that a ‘global monoculture’, or a homogenization of cultures, can overshadow traditional cultures and unique traits of people. Embracing cultural diversity – in all aspects of life – can help to avoid a global […]

This year, MDOT is excited to introduce the MDOT in Motion Step Challenge, a fun and friendly competition designed to encourage Marylanders to get moving while helping us reach a collective walking goal across the state. Launching with Walktober, the challenge inspires individuals and communities to come together, promote healthier lifestyles, and highlight the importance of safe, accessible walking routes. This year, the challenge will establish a baseline to help us set future goals […]

Montgomery County will join communities worldwide in celebrating Active Aging Week from Monday, Oct. 6, through Saturday, Oct. 12, as part of an international effort to promote the benefits of active, engaged and healthy lifestyles for older adults. The week will kick off with a signature event, “Go, Grow and Get Active,” on Monday, Oct. 6, at the Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation Center, featuring health workshops, wellness activities and a resource […]

Join other Poolesville Seniors while testing your problem-solving skills by trying to escape at the Red Door Escape Rooms on Friday October 3rd!  Find out more and register here!