Seeking More Resources the Common Thread at Silver Spring Discussion
During the Montgomery County Council’s Silver Spring Town Hall, money was the issue hanging over virtually every concern raised by attendees.
Upcoming Events Nov. 9-17
Illustration from FiveStone Church Wednesday, Nov. 9 County Council Town Hall Meeting for Silver Spring, Sligo Middle School, 1401 Dennis Ave., Reception 7:30, Meeting 8-9 p.m. Docs In Progress Seventh Annual Community Stories Festival, AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, 8633 Colesville Rd., opening night 6:30 p.m., various locations and times for the rest of the festival, which runs through … Read More
Southern theme restaurant coming to downtown Silver Spring
Hen Quarter, a Southern-themed restaurant and bourbon bar, will open soon in the space formerly occupied by Austin Grill on Ellsworth Drive.
Council Members to Hold Town Hall Wednesday in Silver Spring
Local residents will have a chance to quiz county council members during a town hall meeting Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. at Sligo Middle School, 1401 Dennis Ave.
Dave & Buster’s Silver Spring Opening Planned
Dave & Buster’s will open Nov. 21 in Ellsworth Place, according to a staff member. We have some photos of the games and other work going on inside the location and will provide more details closer to the opening.
Leaf collections to begin next week
Posters will announce the planned date(s) of leaf collections in individual neighborhoods. Photo by Mike Diegel. Posters have begun appearing in Silver Spring neighborhoods announcing the annual vacuum leaf collection, which will begin Nov. 7. The county plans two rounds of collections, with a third one possible if needed. The leaf vacuum collection district is defined by I-495, I-270, the … Read More
European Wax Center now open in downtown Silver Spring
The European Wax Center opened Nov. 2 at 811 Wayne Ave. in the former Metamorphosis location.
Upcoming Events
Illustration from FiveStone Church Here is a roundup of some of the upcoming meetings and events in the area. Nov. 4 Food Truck Friday, Takoma Park, three trucks in various locations, 5-8 p.m. Montgomery Sister Cities Fiesta, Silver Spring Civic Building, 1 Veterans Place, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 5 Open House, Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station, 8100 Georgia Ave., 10 a.m.-3 … Read More
Early Voting in Silver Spring Ends Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the last day for early voting in the general election at the county’s 10 early voting locations, including the Silver Spring Civic Building.
Local Businesses Now Must Offer Paid Parental Leave
Employees in Montgomery County are now eligible for paid parental leave under an expansion of the county’s Earned Sick and Safe Leave Law unanimously passed by the County Council yesterday.
Craft distilleries encouraged by Montgomery County
Craft distilleries will be welcome in Montgomery County following a recent policy change designed to encourage these entrepreneurs to locate here.
Zombies pregame at Denizen’s, Arts Alley
Zombies gathered before the Silver Spring Zombie Walk at Denizen’s Brewing Co. and Arts Alley. Here are some photos of the participants.