Montgomery County, Maryland celebrates its agricultural heritage by promoting local farms and inviting visitors to explore agricultural enterprises during the 2024 Farm Tour & Harvest Sale on Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28. Montgomery County was among the first counties in the nation to develop no-till conservation farming, and there are currently 583 farms... Read More
Looking for a refreshing weekend getaway in an interesting city? Look no further than Silver Spring, Maryland. Fun fact: According to Britannica, the name Silver Spring derived from a local spring where the bottom sparkles with flakes of mica. Although the city was never incorporated, Silver Spring in Montgomery County, Maryland stands today as one... Read More
One of the largest county fairs in Maryland, the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair has been a major draw for locals and visitors since 1949, with activities, over than 5,000 farm animals, food, and carnival rides for all to enjoy. Sitting on 62 acres, this year’s fair will be held from August 9 – 17, 2024... Read More
Located on River Road in Montgomery County, Maryland, the McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area is a 2,000-acre tract in a mixture of woodlands, fields, wooded bottomland, and managed wetland impoundments (green-tree reservoirs). The property shares a common boundary with the National Park Service Chesapeake and Ohio Canal to the south and borders Seneca Creek State Park... Read More
Leave all of your worries behind and take a trip north to UpCounty. Comprised of the Poolesville, Clarksburg, Damascus, and Laytonsville communities, UpCounty is known for its easy-paced lifestyle, vast farmlands, and scenic views. We rounded up seven activities that show off what makes UpCounty in Montgomery County, Maryland so unique including drinking beers on... Read More
Fireworks displays are a timeless tradition and Montgomery County, Maryland has a variety of opportunities to see fireworks on the Fourth of July. All events are family-friendly and most include food and live entertainment. With the holiday falling on a Thursday this year, July 4th celebrations are being celebrated all weekend long. Mid-County Sparkles Albert... Read More