OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS (Continued from Left Column…) • Send an Email to Mayorand Mayor & Council Planning Commission to [email protected]

OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS (Continued from Left Column…) • Send an Email to Mayorand Mayor & Council Planning Commission to Council@Rockvillemd.Gov

OCTOBER 2018 • VOL. 64 #8 SEE EVENTSPAGE IN AND 7. AROUND ROCKVILLE

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You Can Help Tricks for Making Rocktobierfest Returns to Rockville Make Rockville Halloween a Treat Trick-or-treaters take to Town Center on Oct. 6 Better Rockville neighborhoods Community Survey is Wednesday, Oct. 31. Second Annual Event Celebrates German Culture and Community There are no set hours Your Chance to be Heard for trick-or-treating. The Maryland breweries, brat- Rockville City Police wurst and bands will make Rockville’s 10th biennial Department urges drivers for a rollicking Rockville community survey arrives in to be aware of extra pedes- Town Center as Rockville mailboxes of randomly selected trians in neighborhoods. hosts the city’s second annual households this month. If you Homeowners should clear Rocktobierfest celebration, 11 are selected to receive a survey, yards and sidewalks of ob- a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6. please answer and return the stacles, keep homes well-lit The free festival is expected questionnaire by the date indi- inside and out, and report any to draw 3,000 visitors and will cated. The survey results help suspicious activity to police. include two stages of live mu- the city improve the quality of City police offer these addi- sic, German food, beverages services to you, your family and tional tips: from local breweries in souve- the community. • Kids should walk in groups nir mugs, kids’ activities and Those selected for the survey and young children should an artisan area. can rate community amenities, be accompanied by an Entertainment includes government services and quali- adult. traditional German music by ty of life in Rockville and tell us • Set a safe walking route the Rockville German Band, Rockville’s 7 Locks Brewing Office Building on Fleet if city services are meeting your and a time for children to Alte Kumpel Band and Alte and True Respite Brewing needs. The survey, taken every Street, and the City Hall lot on be home. Kameraden Band; polka by Co., Gaithersburg’s Brawling two years, is: Maryland Avenue. • Costumes should be flame Polkadelphia; the rock and Bear Brewing, Laytonsville’s • Conducted by an outside Paid parking is available in retardant and short enough soul of Sweet Leda; and party Waredaca Brewing Company consultant. the Rockville Town Square ga- to prevent trips and falls. rock cover tunes by Under the and Odenton’s Crooked Crab • Gathering anonymous rages, at Hungerford Drive (MD • Carry flashlights or glow Covers. Brewing Co., as well as Gilly’s responses. 355) and North Washington sticks and affix reflective Booths for breweries Craft Beer & Fine Wine, • Able to be translated. Street, for a flat rate of $5. strips to costumes and bags. and vendors will be set up Gordon Biersch and World of (Call Dragonbridge Inc. at • Remind children not to eat along Maryland Avenue, Beer. For more information, in- 240-686-4555.) treats until they get home. within walking distance of Free parking is available cluding the entertainment For results of the city’s 2016 Check all treats and throw the Rockville Metro station. throughout the downtown schedule, visit www.rockville community survey, visit www. out anything that is not Participating breweries include area, including at the Council md.gov/rocktobierfest. rockvillemd.gov/2016survey. factory-sealed. Find details of Halloween Mayor and Council to State: Oppose Any Plans to Take Homes events on page 8. Community Advocates for Protecting Neighborhoods In This Issue… The city opposes the taking state transportation Secretary of residences, businesses or city Pete K. Rahn said during a Sept. October at the infrastructure, or the removal 13 meeting with the mayor and a 2 F. Scott Theater. of sound barriers as part of councilmember. proposed improvements to in- The state held a community Rockville to Highlight terstates 270 and 495, and a com- meeting with Regent’s Square, 3 Breast Cancer munity effort recently carried a Rockville condominium com- Awareness. neighborhoods’ concerns to the munity that abuts Interstate 270, Tips for state. and two public workshops in Fire Prevention. Maryland transportation offi- Montgomery County in July, to 4 cials told city officials last month discuss the options with the com- Fall Leaf that the state has no plans to munity. Community members Collection. take homes by eminent domain can learn more and comment on 5 to widen the highways, echoing the project at https://495-270-p3. Development statements by Gov. Larry Hogan com/contact. 6 Watch. during a Sept. 4 news conference About 100 community mem- in Annapolis. bers contacted 4,750 households Halloween Events A managed lane study, the by mail or door-to-door, to gener- 8 in Rockville. I-495 & I-270 Public-Private ate comments urging the state to

Partnership Program’s first protect neighborhoods abutting Image courtesy MDOT. MAYOR & COUNCIL PRESORTED 111 Maryland Ave. STANDARD phase, is reviewing existing and I-270. strong opposition to alternatives contraflow lanes and/or recon- Rockville, Maryland U.S. POSTAGE 20850-2364 future traffic, and roadway and The city is continuing to ac- that would widen, or add lanes figuring the local lanes as long as PAID SUBURBAN, MD. environmental conditions, to tively engage with the state on to, the interstates. these lanes would be completely PERMIT NO. 63 identify alternatives and assess behalf of Rockville residents, City “As stated in our prior letter, within the current I-270 right of their potential impacts. Manager Rob DiSpirito wrote the City still supports transit as a way.” The state’s plans do not in- in an Aug. 23 letter to the state means of addressing traffic con- To read the letters in their en- clude acquiring private property Department of Transportation. gestion,” DiSpirito wrote. “The tirety, visit https://rockville or moving or removing sound DiSpirito’s letter follows a City of Rockville is also open to reports.com/rockville-supports- ECR WSS barriers because of the expense May 14 letter from the Mayor and considering highway alternatives transit-opposes-widening-or- LOCAL of acquiring private property, Council, which expressed their such as modified, reversible or adding-i-270-lanes. POSTAL CUSTOMER If You’re Visiting The Mansion… The Glenview Mansion F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary will have limited access until late February due to the construc- Festival Honors Pulitzer Awardee tion of new ADA compliant parking and The F. Scott Fitzgerald access. Literary Festival returns in October for its 22nd year to honor Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Richard Russo with Take 10 and Walk to a the F. Scott Fitzgerald Award Rockville Park, Oct. 10 for Outstanding Achievement Take a walk to a Rockville park, Wednesday, in American Literature. Oct. 10, and be part of a national Walk to a Russo will conduct a mas- Park Day campaign by the Trust for Public Land, ter class, as well as a reading the National Recreation and Parks Association, and book signing. Other high- Fitzgerald Theater in October: A Urban Land Institute and the City of Rockville. lights include a film screen- The three national organizations are orga- ing of “Nobody’s Fool” (1994), Peek Into the Annex, Bernstein’s nizing the day as part of their 10-Minute Walk based on Russo’s novel of the Richard Russo, 2018 honoree. to a Park Campaign, with the goal of providing same name; a panel discus- Birthday and ‘Brigadoon’ enough parks so everyone in the country has a sion with Eleanor Lanahan, fscottfestival.org. The fes- park within a 10-minute walk. Cecilia Ross and Blake tival will be held from 8:30 Peek into Anne Frank’s from “Candide,” “A Musical Rockville has about 16 acres of open space Hazard, F. Scott and Zelda a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. secret annex life, celebrate a Toast,” “Jerome Robbins for every 1,000 residents, and the Rockville Fitzgerald’s granddaughters 20 at Richard Montgomery birthday, explore the magi- Broadway,” and “Fanfare for Recreation and Parks Department will mark and great granddaughter; a High School, 250 Richard cal mysteries of Scotland, a Common Man.” Oct. 10 by encouraging the community to walk bus tour of Fitzgerald’s haunts Montgomery Drive. Learn and enjoy a Halloween fable No tickets required, but to one of the city’s 65 parks. As well as being in Rockville; and fiction and more about the festival at this month at the F. Scott $5 is the suggested donation. attractive areas to picnic, Rockville’s parks have nonfiction writing workshops. www.fscottfestival.org or by Fitzgerald Theatre. “Brigadoon,” presented numerous fun features for the family, including To register, visit www. calling 301-741-6750. “Diary of Anne Frank,” by Rockville Musical The- basketball courts, shelters, charcoal grills and ball presented by Rockville atre. 8 p.m. Oct. 26 and 27 fields. Little Theatre. 8 p.m. Oct. 5 and Nov. 2, 3, 9, and 10; 2 For more on Rockville’s parks and facilities, and 6; 2 p.m. Oct. 7. p.m. Nov. 4 and 11. visit www.rockvillemd.gov/parksandfacilities. To This new adaptation The mystery and beauty find out more about the 10-Minute Walk to a brings us into the secret an- of the Scottish Highlands is Park Campaign, go to www.10minutewalk.org. nex where 13-year-old Anne the backdrop for Lerner and and seven other Jews evade Loewe’s magical tale about Rockville 10K/5K is Registering Runners Nazi deportation. With this following your heart and the The 43rd annual Rockville 10K/5K is accept- performance, Anne’s compel- power of love. With music ing registrations up until the day of the race. ling words come alive and by Frederick Loewe, and The oldest continuing foot race in urge us to stand up for one book and lyrics by Alan Jay Montgomery County — which includes a another in the face of intoler- Lerner. Directed by Laura 1-mile fun run for kids — will take place the ance, fear and hate. Written W. Andruski, with musical morning of Sunday, Nov. 4. by Frances Goodrich and direction by Paul Rossen The kids 1-mile fun run begins at 8:10 a.m. Albert Hackett. Adapted by and choreography by Valerie The 10K starts at 8:30 a.m. and the 5K at 8:45 Rockville’s Public Art Program Wendy Kesselman. Mikles. a.m. (Runners should arrive before 8 a.m.) Tickets for adults cost $22; Tickets for adults cost $25; Registration costs $35 online or by mail Celebrates 40 Years $20 for seniors (62 and older) $23 for seniors (62 and older) through Thursday, Nov. 1, and $45 for walk-up and students. and students. Rockville’s Art in Public post-modern works. registration at packet pickup and on race day. “100th Birthday of Leon- The Heart of Maryland Places Program celebrates Lachin will discuss Saturday packet pickup and late registration ard Bernstein,” performed Chorus presents “A Funky its 40th anniversary this art that is well-known on Nov. 3 is from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at RnJ Sports, by the Rockville Concert Franky Fable,” 1 p.m. Sun- year and members of the (“Spirit of Rockville,” in 11910-R Parklawn Drive. Day-of-race packet Band. 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. day, Oct. 28. See the Hal- public can learn more Courthouse Square), and pickup and late registration opens at 7:30 Celebrate one of loween events article on about the city’s works of a.m. at King Farm Village Center, 801 Pleasant others hiding in plain sight America’s iconic compos- page 8 for more details. art through a free, narrated Drive, between Fontina Grille and Baja Fresh. (“Rockville,” in Monument ers with musical works by The theater is located at photographic tour, courtesy For more information, a course map and to Park). For more information Bernstein and his many tal- 603 Edmonston Drive. Buy of Peerless Rockville. register, visit www.rockville10k5k.com. about Peerless, an award- ented friends. Highlights will tickets at www.rockville The presentation, winning, community-based include “Symphonic Dances” md.gov/theatre, by calling Awards Nominations, Performers and “Public Art and the nonprofit founded in 1974 to from “West Side Story,” 240-314-8690 or in person at Rockville Cityscape,” will preserve buildings, objects “Make Our Garden Grow,” the box office. Help Wanted for MLK Day Celebration be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, and information important The city’s Human Rights Commission is Oct. 11, at the F. Scott to Rockville’s heritage, visit accepting nominations for two awards and Fitzgerald Theatre’s social PeerlessRockville.org or call is seeking performers and volunteers for hall, 603 Edmonston Drive. 301-762-0096. We Need Your Support! Rockville’s Martin Luther King Jr. celebration Presented by architectural In addition, Rockville on Monday, Jan. 21. historian Teresa Lachin, the Rockville Recreation and City Hall will host an exhi- The Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Award presentation will feature Parks Foundation is a 501(c)3 bition of the city’s perma- will be presented during the celebration to highlights of the city’s out- organization established to: nent works of art from late a student at a Rockville high school who has standing AIPP program, • Improve recreational activities, October through December. worked to fulfill King’s dream. The F. Michael launched in 1978, which programs, parks and facilities. Taff Award will be presented to an individual, boasts numerous works of The exhibition will display • Support the Rockville Youth organization or business that has helped to art throughout Rockville’s photographs and descrip- Recreation Fund. improve the lives of people with disabilities. parks, public spaces and tions of Rockville’s Art in • Assist with fundraising, and the acquisition and maintenance Find and submit nomination forms at www. neighborhoods. Public Places Program. of new parks and open space. rockvillemd.gov/mlk. The submission deadline Over the last 40 years, City Hall is located at 111 • Purchase equipment and other amenities for the city’s parks is Monday, Nov. 12. the Art in Public Places Maryland Ave. and facilities. n & atio Par cre ks Individuals or groups interested in per- To learn more about the e F R o Program has worked to u le n l d Please send your tax deductible gift to: i v a

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enhance Rockville’s public R 200-B Monroe St. [email protected] with links to online spaces with traditional and tive map of the city’s public Rockville, MD 20850 digital media demonstrating their talents by conventional pieces, as well art, visit www.rockvillemd. www.rrpfi.org • 240-314-8867 Friday, Oct. 26. as abstract, modern and g o v/A I P P. Volunteers are wanted to help with setup, cleanup and ushering on the day of the event. VOLUNTEER TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE… Rockville thrives on the support of community members who Student Service Learning credit is available. lend their time and talents to help their neighbors. The city’s volunteer opportunities include its Holiday Drive, stream cleanup and monitoring programs, and recreation programs for seniors and teens. Volunteers on city boards and commissions provide the Mayor and Council with informed public opinions, thoughts and ideas that shape the city. Find a way to get involved in your community at www.rockvillemd.gov/volunteer.

Page 2 OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS (continued from left column…) • Send an email to mayorand Mayor & Council Planning Commission to [email protected]. [email protected] Hold Public Hearing on • Testify at a hearing or in writing to cityclerk@rockvillemd. North Stonestreet gov or by mail to the City Mayor Bridget Avenue Land Use Clerk’s Office, Rockville Donnell Newton Draft Master Plan City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave., 240-314-8291 Amendment is Online Rockville, MD 20850. bnewton@ • Volunteer to be on a board rockvillemd.gov Rockville’s Planning or commission. Learn more Commission will hold a public below and find other ways hearing at 7 p.m. Wednesday, to give of your time and tal- Nov. 14 on an amendment to the Councilmember ents at www.rockvillemd.gov/ Beryl L. Feinberg Comprehensive Master Plan for volunteer. 240-314-8293 a portion of North Stonestreet New Historic Signs Will Be a Guide bfeinberg@ Avenue. Boards and Commissions rockvillemd.gov The draft plan amendment is to City History Into the Future Anyone interested in serv- a step toward implementing rec- ing on a board or commis- ommendations in the Stonestreet The City of Rockville is team- the future,” Rockville’s Chief sion may write to: Mayor and Councilmember Corridor Study to promote neigh- ing up with Peerless Rockville of Zoning Jim Wasilak told Council, 111 Maryland Ave., Virginia D. Onley borhood-oriented mixed-use and Heritage Montgomery to Rockville 11. Rockville, MD 20850, call 240- 240-314-8294 development. The area under con- update signs that guide visitors The redesigned signs will 314-8280, or fill out and sub- vonley@ through two historic walking have an embedded QR code, mit an expression of interest rockvillemd.gov sideration is generally between Howard Avenue to the south and tours in the city. directing those following the form at www.rockvillemd.gov/ The new signs will act as tours to an interactive map, boardscommissions. Spring Avenue to the north. guides to historic landmarks on along with pictures and histori- A draft of the plan amendment Note: Meetings are held at the Early Rockville and African- cal documents about each loca- Councilmember document, titled “Comprehensive City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave., Julie Palakovich American Heritage walking tion, that can be accessed via Master Plan Amendment: N. unless otherwise noted. Carr Stonestreet Avenue Land Use - tours. The signs currently along smartphone. 240-314-8295 • Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, jpalakovichcarr@ Public Hearing Draft,” and more the route are more than a de- The signs will be installed rockvillemd.gov information about the Stonestreet cade old and showing signifi- at each location throughout Development Review study, is available on the city’s cant wear and tear. October. Committee 9 a.m. website at www.rockvillemd. “The new signs will be ac- Find out more about the • Oct. 4, Environment Commission 7 p.m. Councilmember gov/2004/stonestreet-corridor. cessible and readable, and we walking tours by visiting www. Mark Pierzchala A hard copy of the report is hope they’ll last 10-20 years into rockvillemd.gov/history. • Oct. 9, Human Services 240-314-8292 available for review at the Advisory Commission 6:30 mpierzchala@ Community Planning and p.m. rockvillemd.gov • Oct. 10, Sign Review Board Development Services A PINK OCTOBER IN ROCKVILLE FOR BREAST Meeting 9 a.m. Department, second floor of City CANCER AWARENESS … The Rockville City Police • Oct. 10, 24, Planning Meetings: Monday, Oct. 8, 15 Hall, at 111 Maryland Ave. Department is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Commission 7 p.m.* and 22 at 7 p.m. Work ses- The draft plan amendment October with pink badge patches and • Oct. 16 Rockville Seniors, document is available for com- mourning bands for officers, and pink sion: Monday, Oct. 29 at 7 Inc. 2 p.m. Rockville Senior ment ahead of the public hearing. polos, ribbons and lanyards for civilian p.m. Visit www.rockvillemd. Center, 1150 Carnation Drive. Testimony can be sent in writing employees. Employees in other city gov/AgendaCenter. • Oct. 17, Rockville Sister City to the City of Rockville Planning departments are being encouraged Drop-in sessions are held monthly Corporation 7 p.m. Commission, c/o Long Range to wear pink as well and the Mayor • Oct. 18, Historic District at 5:30 p.m. in the Mayor and Planning, CPDS, 111 Maryland and Council are scheduled to raise Commission 7 p.m. Council office. No appoint- Ave., Rockville, MD 20850; by awareness about the importance • Oct. 25, Recreation and Park email to planning.commission@ of early detection through regular ment necessary. Mayor Bridget Advisory Board 7 p.m. King rockvillemd.gov; or in person, mammograms with a proclamation Donnell Newton is joined by Farm Community Center, 300 at the Nov. 14 public hearing. during their meeting on Monday, Oct. 8. Councilmember Julie Palakovich Individuals and representatives of Saddle Ridge Circle. Carr on Oct. 8. agencies or organizations should *Televised on Rockville 11. include in testimony their name, Vacancies address and, if applicable, affilia- Get Involved with the City The Mayor and Council tion. Stay informed of the busi- are seeking applicants for ness before city leaders and the following boards and share your thoughts: VOTE commissions: • Follow the action in per- East Rockville Invited to Oct. 16 at 9 p.m. is the deadline to register • Animal Matters Board (1) son: Meetings are at 7 p.m. Learn About Residential VOTEonline to vote in the 2018 general election. • Board of Appeals (1 reg./1 alt.) on most Mondays, at City Design Guidelines • Board of Supervisors of Hall, 111 Maryland Ave., or The U.S. Senate and Congress, Maryland governor, state senators Elections (1) follow from home on channel Project to Create Design and delegates, state comptroller, state attorney general, Montgom- • Compensation Comm. (5) 11. Meetings are also available Guidelines for New or ery County executive, County Council, and judges are on the ballot. • Cultural Arts Commission (1) via live streaming, and on de- Expanded Single-Family • Environment Commission (1) mand the day after the meet- EarlyV voting: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25-Thursday, Nov. 1 • Financial Advisory Board (1) Housing ing, at www.rockvillemd.gov/ Election Day: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6. • Historic District Commission rock ville11. East Rockville neighbors are (3 reg./1 alt.) • Stop by a drop-in session: invited to learn about a new proj- Use Maryland’s online voter registration or visit a • Human Rights Commission (2) The mayor and one council- ect to promote creative and high- O local elections board, state elections board or other • Human Services Advisory member meet with commu- quality design that will encourage state office to register in person. Comm. (3 at large; 1 caregiver) nity members one Monday compatibility between new and • Landlord-Tenant Affairs Comm. (2) each month from 5:30- existing homes within the East For online registration, placesT to register in person • Personnel Appeals Board (3) 6:30 p.m. Rockville neighborhood. (including during early voting) and more information. • Planning Commission (1) • Speak at Community A project information ses- • Recreation and Park Advisory Forum (up to three min- sion will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday, Board (1) utes): Community Forum is Oct. 9 at the Pump House, 401 S. E • Rockville Housing Enterprises (2) held during each Mayor and Horners Lane. elections.maryland.gov/voter_registration • Rockville Sister City Council meeting. Priority is Along with a design consultant, call 1-800-222-8683 or email [email protected] Corporation (1) given to speakers who have continued on pg. 8… • Senior Citizens Comm. (5) signed up in advance by calling • Traffic and Transportation 240-314-8280 by 4 p.m. on Comm. (1) the day of the meeting, and to STAY INFORMED: The Mayor and Council meeting schedule and agendas can be found For more, visit www.rockville those who are speaking on an at www.rockvillemd.gov/mayorcouncil. Staff reports with background information are includ- md.gov/boardscommissions or agenda item. ed with the agendas, which are posted several days before each meeting. call 240-314-8280. (continued in right column…)

OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS Page 3 Take Action to Conserve Energy Rockville Seniors, Inc., is Searching Energy Action Month Offers Events for New Volunteers and Tips for Saving Energy and Money Rockville Seniors, Inc., Those interested in is looking for hardworking volunteering can come to October is Energy house. Meet homeowners and creative volunteers and RSI’s annual meeting at 2 Action Month, which offers who have gone solar to board members. p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16 at the events and resources for ask questions and learn RSI is a 501(c)(3) es- Rockville Senior Center, learning how to conserve about the process. Three tablished by the Mayor Community Service for Clean Streams 1150 Carnation Drive. energy and save money in Rockville homes will hold and Council to help pro- Rockville is seeking volunteers to help keep For more information on your home or office. open houses on Oct. 6 and vide financial support for city streams trash-free with two stream clean- the Rockville Senior Center, ups in October. 7. RSVP at nationalsolar Rockville Senior Services, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/ On Saturday, Oct. 13, the city’s Environment Books and Bulbs tour.org/tour-locations. such as monthly birthdays, seniorcenter, call 240-314- Commission will host a cleanup from 10 Learn ways to save en- There are also ways to movies, Wednesday night a.m.-noon at Maryvale Park, 812 First St. ergy and keep money in go green without installing bingo, the holiday bazaar 8800 or email seniorcenter@ Environment Commission members will be at your pocket, and get up to solar panels on your home, and more. rockvillemd.gov. the park’s gazebo to greet participants. three Energy Star-certified including purchasing On Saturday, Oct. 27, volunteers will clean light-emitting diode (LED) electricity with renewable the stream at Twinbrook Community Park bulbs free when you energy certificates from Connect with us from 9:30-11 a.m. City staff will greet volun- bring in old incandescent wind and solar facilities, on Social Media. teers at Twinbrook Community Recreation or compact fluorescent and supporting the devel- Center, 12920 Twinbrook Parkway. The cleanup (CFL) light bulbs from opment of solar power in is part of Montgomery County’s Community 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2 Maryland by being part of Service Week. at Twinbrook Library, 202 a community solar project. Gloves and bags will be provided to par- Meadow Hall Drive. Learn more about green ticipants at both cleanups. Bring water and power buying options in wear sturdy shoes. Student Service Learning Switch to Green Power Montgomery County at hours are available for student volunteers. Interested in making mygreemontgomery. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CITY ON www.youtube.com/cityofrockville Children under 14 must be accompanied by the switch to green pow- org/2018/buying-green- ROCKVILLE 11 an adult. For more information and to register, er? Attend a solar open electricity. email [email protected] or call 240-314-8877. Learn more about Community Service Week at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/volunteer ‘Look. Listen. Learn.’ Tips for center/volunteers/Community-Service-Week. html. Fire Prevention Rockville’s Adopt-A-Stream program al- “Look. Listen. Learn. Be ference escape planning lows groups of volunteers to formally adopt aware. Fire can happen any- and practice can make, and a stream or participate in a one-time cleanup. where,” is this year’s theme motivating them to action.” Public cleanups are scheduled throughout the for Fire Prevention Week, This year’s “Look. year, so check the calendar often. To find an in- a campaign to educate the Listen. Learn.” campaign teractive map showing streams within the City public on basic, but essen- highlights three steps to of Rockville and their adoption status, and to tial, ways to quickly and help quickly and safely es- learn how to adopt a stream, visit www. safely escape a home fire. cape a fire: rockvillemd.gov/volunteer. While the number of • Look for places fire could home fires in the U.S. has start. RCPD Blue and a Strong Brew: Have been declining, the death • Listen for the sound of Coffee with a Cop on Oct. 3 rate per 1,000 home fires was the smoke alarm. Rockville City Police Department officers 10 percent higher in 2016 • Learn two ways out of will join community members for National than in 1980, according to every room. Rockville Likes Bikes Coffee with a Cop Day from 8-9:30 a.m. data cited by Fire Prevention “Situational awareness Wednesday, Oct. 3 at Krispy Kreme in the Week sponsors, the National is a skill people need to use City Hosts Donation Event and Fallsgrove Village Center, 14919 Shady Grove Fire Protection Association. wherever they go,” Diehl Cycling Class in October Road. Officers will be on hand for informal “Working in the fire said. “No matter where you one-on-one chats with community members – service for many years, we are, look for available exits. Gear up and give back The Washington Area no formal speeches, no agendas and no distrac- know that people often If the alarm system sounds, with bikes this month. Bicyclist Association brings tions. Learn more about Coffee with a Cop at make choices in fire situa- take it seriously and exit the Montgomery its City Cycling class to the coffeewithacop.com. tions that jeopardize their building immediately.” County’s Department of Rockville Swim and Fitness For photos and video of past Coffee with a safety or even cost them For more information Transportation will ac- Center from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cop events, visit www.youtube.com/cityof their lives,” said Tim Diehl, about home escape plan- cept used children’s and Sunday, Oct. 28. WABA rockville and search “coffee.” Rockville’s fire marshal. ning and Fire Prevention adult bikes, bike parts instructors will cover bike Learn more about the RCPD at www. “We need to do a better job Week, which runs Oct. 7-13, and bike helmets, and to handling skills, then lead rockvillemd.gov/police or follow the depart- of teaching people about the visit www.fireprevention provide free bike repairs a short ride and talk about ment on Facebook. potentially life-saving dif- week.org. for low-income residents, strategies for riding in dif- from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, ferent road, bike lane and Veterans and Military Members Oct. 26 outside the Council trail situations. Riders will Office Building garage, at leave feeling more confi- Wanted for City Ceremony East Jefferson and Monroe dent, comfortable, and hap- Rockville’s Veterans Day ceremony on streets. (In case of rain, py on a bike. Sunday, Nov. 11, will include a member of the drop off bikes inside the Cost is $10, though military as a featured speaker. garage.) Rockville Bike Hub drop-ins are free if space Rockville and Montgomery County resi- and Bikes for the World are remains. The class is also dents who have retired from, or currently partners in this event. For free for WABA or bike- serve in, the United States military are eligible more information, email share members. For a dis- to take part in the ceremony. communityoutreach@ count code, to register or Volunteer speakers must be comfortable montgomerycountymd.gov to find more information, speaking in public and must prepare a five- to or visit rockvillebikehub. visit www.waba.org/adult- seven-minute speech about their experiences org. education/#cc. in the armed forces, including what it means to serve and to honor those who have served. Contact Amanda Knox at 240-314-8604 or DID YOU KNOW THAT ROCKVILLE IS A LEADER IN GREEN ENERGY? The Rockville community, [email protected] to learn more. comprising residents, businesses and government, ranks 17th in the nation for green power use, using more than 85 Find video of past Veterans Day ceremonies million kilowatt-hours of green power. To learn more, visit www.epa.gov/greenpower/green-power-communities. The at www.youtube.com/cityofrockville. city also continually ranks within the top 30 largest green power users among local governments. Read the rankings at visit www.epa.gov/greenpower/green-power-partnership-top-30-local-government.

Page 4 OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS Tell Us About Our Good Neighbors Rockville is a city of good neighbors. The AREA 1: Oct. 15-19; Nov. 19-23 city is seeking nominations, through 5 p.m. AREA 2: Oct. 22-26; Nov. 26-30 Got Drugs? Take-Back Day AREA 3: Oct. 29-Nov. 2; Dec. 3-7 Thursday, Nov. 15, for its Good Neighbor AREA 4: Nov. 5-Nov. 9; Dec. 10-14 Offers a Way to Get Rid of Awards. The program recognizes adults or AREA 5: Nov. 12-Nov. 16; Dec. 17-21 youth who are unselfishly giving back and Unwanted Medication improving the quality of life in their neighborhoods through good deeds or community Rockville Police Offer Drive-Up service. 3 The 2017 honorees included community and Drop-Off Collection members who beautified their neighborhoods, cleared snow for neighbors, volun- The Rockville City to get out of your vehicle. teered for community organizations and Police Department and Illicit drugs, liquids, looked out for their neighbors. To learn more the Montgomery County needles, sharps or syringes about them, visit RockvilleReports.com/ Sheriff’s Office offer a safe, cannot be accepted, only rockville-recognizes-good-neighbors-who- free and anonymous way pills or patches. All re- lend-helping-hands. to dispose of unwanted turned medications will be Award nominees cannot be employed prescription drugs during destroyed by the DEA. by the City of Rockville, must be a City of National Drug Take-Back National Prescription Rockville resident and must have made a sig- Day on Saturday, Oct. 27. Drug Take-Back Day aims nificant contribution to an individual or their In cooperation with to provide a convenient community during the 2018 calendar year. the Drug Enforcement and responsible means of Recipients are scheduled to be honored at See interactive map at www.rockvillemd.gov/leafcollection. Administration, city police disposal, keeping prescrip- the Mayor and Council meeting on Monday, and county sheriffs will tion drugs from potentially Dec. 3. accept leftover – includ- polluting our drinking For nomination forms and more informa- Rockville is Raking ‘Em In (Leaves, That Is!) ing expired – prescription water while educating the tion, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/goodneighbor. Fall Leaf Collection Begins in October drugs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. public about the potential in the Rockville City Police for abuse or theft of these Cellphones Connect Cops Rockville will vacuum riod ends, use biodegrad- Station parking lot at 2 W. medications. leaves from neighborhood able paper lawn bags or Montgomery Ave. To make Learn more about When It Matters Most Technology Gives Officers Priority Use of curbs in two rounds, begin- it quick and convenient, of- National Drug Take-Back 32-gallon trash cans (with- Cellular Network in Emergencies ning Monday, Oct. 15. ficers will be outside with Day at www.dea.gov or call out plastic garbage bags) Rockville police officers are now better Rake leaves next to, easy drive-up and drop-off Cpl. Ken Matney at 240-314- to set leaves out on your able to maintain communication in emergency but out of, roadways, gut- access, so there is no need 8922. refuse and recycling col- situations with the help of new cellphones is- ters and bike lanes, and lection day. Use alternative sued last month. away from parked vehicles. disposal methods such as “These services give Rockville police offi- Leaves should be raked by 6 mulching or composting. cers a reliable way to communicate by phone a.m. on the first day of their Do not dump leaves, grass with other public safety personnel during crit- collection period, but no clippings or other yard ical emergencies,” Chief Victor Brito said. earlier than one week be- The iPhone 7 phones, with service by fore the collection dates to waste into storm drains, Verizon Wireless, integrate with the body- avoid grass damage or fire along stream banks or di- worn cameras issued to all officers last year hazards. Remove sticks and rectly into streams, where and allow officers to attach case numbers other objects from leaf piles. they can cause blockages and other notes to recorded video, making it Avoid parking near leaf that contribute to localized easier to reference the footage. piles or other vehicles. flooding or release nutrients The iPhones were issued to each of the After the collection pe- that lead to fish kills. Rockville City Police Department’s sworn officers, including Chief Victor Brito. The technology also allows Verizon to prioritize communication for first responders during an emergency, such as a storm or large-scale public safety emergency. The department maintains a strict policy about how officers can use the phones, including what type of content they can down- load to the device. The policy can be found at www.rockvillemd.gov/1962/General-Orders.

MAKING PAYROLL, ONE STEP AT A TIME … Staff Thank a mentor. Pay it forward. from the city’s Payroll Division collected donations from city employees for Rockville’s Stepping Stones Mentor a child. Change a life. WORLD of MONTGOMERY Festival Shelter during National Payroll Week, Sept. 3-7. The Exploring the World in Your Own Backyard week’s theme was “Giving Back to the Community.” Sunday, Oct. 21 • Noon-4 p.m. It celebrated America’s employees and the payroll Montgomery College – Rockville, 51 Mannakee St. professionals who pay them. Pictured above are payroll supervisor Carey Kurnaz (left) and fiscal assistant Ayn A FREE festival featuring: An international village, traditional arts Marroquin (right) with Stepping Stones Shelter director and crafts demos, ethnic food, a Parade of Cultures, two stages Quincy White on a tour of the shelter. Above, some of traditional dance and music, henna painting, Chinese dragons, of the nine baskets of donations from city employees, and fun activities for the whole family! loaded up and ready to go to the shelter. To learn more www.worldofmontgomery.com about the shelter, visit steppingstonesshelter.org. To Sponsored by Montgomery County, Fund for Montgomery, learn more about National Payroll Week, visit www. KID Museum, Montgomery College, and the City of Rockville. nationalpayrollweek.com. Learn more about how you can help a young person. Contact Kate WHAT WE’VE BEEN WATCHING ON YOUTUBE … Rockville 11’s YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/ Bouwkamp at 240-314-8317 or cityofrockville) recently featured the upcoming Coffee with a Cop gathering (see the article on page 4), Operation [email protected]. Turtle lift and a preview of what you can expect at Rocktobierfest (see the page 1 article for more information). www.rockvillemd.gov/mentoring

OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS Page 5 ? Projects in the Pipeline View the latest map online at www.rockvillemd.gov/developmentwatch

Site rendering of proposed King Farm townhomes. Townhomes Proposed on Final Undeveloped Parcels at King Farm Project applicants are seeking to develop two parcels, at 801 King Farm Blvd. and 1503 Piccard Drive in the Irvington Centre subdivi- sion of King Farm, into 65 residential town homes. The project would replace unbuilt office space and ground floor retail that was previously approved as part of the King Farm development, and will require site plan approval prior to construction. The change from the originally approved office space to the current town home development was approved by the Mayor and Council through previous resolutions. The project would transform a surface parking lot and unimproved open area at the west end of King Farm Boulevard into a new residential community, amid existing office and retail uses. Ten of the 65 units would be maintained as affordable housing through the city’s Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit program. A new tot lot would also be created at nearby Terminus Park to serve the area.

Major Development Review Applications Recent Pre-Application Submittals 11. 1500-1616 Rockville Pike (Twinbrook Quarter): Project The following projects are under pre-application review: plan application for the proposed redevelopment of about 1. 801 King Farm Blvd.: Pre-application for a 65-unit town- 18-acres into a mixed-use project consisting of residential, re- house development in the Irvington Centre area of King tail and office use. Case PJT2018-00011. Farm. Case PAM2019-00116. 12. 15825 Shady Grove Road (Shady Grove Neighborhood Conceptual rendering of the proposed 220 2. 1300 E. Gude Drive: Pre-application for site and façade Center): Project plan application for a proposed mixed-use East Middle Lane project’s south façade. changes to an existing retail center, and an addition of a 900- development of townhomes, multifamily residential, retail, unit self-storage facility. Case PAM2018-00111. office, hotel and/or institutional uses such as senior housing More Residential Units Proposed for 3. West Montgomery Avenue and West Gude Drive or nursing home. Case PJT2017-00007. (Fallsgrove at West Montgomery): Pre-application for a pro- Rockville Town Center posed mixed-use development consisting of 459 multifamily Recently Approved Applications Applicants for the third and final phase of units and about 10,000 square feet of ground floor retail on a The following applications were recently approved and are currently, or Rockville Metro Plaza are seeking approval for vacant site. Case PAM2017-00100. soon to be, under construction: a mixed-use building consisting of up to 240 13. 50 Monroe Place: Site plan application for a 70-unit multi- apartment units and 8,500 square feet of retail Applications Under Review family project with about 1,400 square feet of retail. at 220 East Middle Lane. The following applications are currently in the development review Case STP2018-00326. Approved Dec. 13, 2017. The project would replace about 201,000 process: 14. 101 Monroe St. (Montgomery County – Executive Office square feet of remaining approved office space 4. 4 Research Place: Level 1 site plan for a new 88,000-square- Building): Waiver of height limitations in Section 25.09.08.b (Wireless Communication Facilities attached to Existing with a proposed mixed-use residential and re- foot self-storage facility. Case STP2016-00282. 5. 25-35 W. Gude Drive (HarborChase of Rockville): Level 2 Structures) for a roof-mounted 60-foot stub tower. tail building. site plan for a proposed 146-unit assisted-living facility. Case VAR2018-00063. Approved May 5, 2018. Plans for the area include a mix of residen- Case STP2018-00348. 15. 198 E. Montgomery Ave. (Duball Rockville): Site plan ap- tial units, with about a third of the units offered 6. 55 Adclare Road (First Baptist Church): Level 2 site plan for plication implementing PJT2014-00003 to allow development with two and three bedrooms. Thirty-six of the a proposed addition to the church property. of 400 multifamily units with 20,000 square feet of retail. 240 units would be maintained as affordable to Case STP2019-00362. Case STP2017-00321. Approved Nov. 29, 2017. residents through the city’s Moderately Priced 7. 107 W. Jefferson St.: Level 2 site plan for a detached four-car 16. 1251 W. Montgomery Ave.: Level 2 site plan for a proposed self- Dwelling Unit program. garage. Case STP2018-00354. storage facility. Case STP2017-00300. Approved April 26, 2017. 8. 204 N. Stonestreet: Level 2 site plan for a new self-storage fa- 17. 9701 Veirs Drive (The Village at Rockville): Site plan appli- Know the Process, Stay Informed cility with approximately 2,100 square feet of ground floor cation for a new independent living building at the existing retail. Case STP2018-00352. retirement community. Case STP2017-00320. Approved • Check the latest major planning applications, 9. 220 E. Middle Lane (Rockville Metro Plaza): Project plan April 25, 2018. and/or attend an area meeting held by proj- application for a proposed mixed-use development of ap- 18. Preserve Parkway (Tower Oaks residential): Level 2 site ect applicants, to provide input on projects proximately 240 multi-family units and 8,500 square feet of plan implementing project plan amendment PJT2016-00006 before consideration by city boards or com- retail. Case PJT2018-00008. for up to 375 residential units to replace approximately missions. Learn more at www.rockvillemd. 10. 900 Rockville Pike: Project plan amendment for a proposed 755,000 square feet of office development approved under gov/developmentwatch. 6,000-square-foot retail center with about 900 square feet of the current planned development. Case STP2017-00308. • Find meeting schedules, agendas and infor- office use. Case PJT2018-00010. Approved Oct. 11, 2017. mation packets for the Mayor and Council and all city boards and commissions at www. WHAT ARE WE CELEBRATING THIS MONTH? … Are you Czech, Polish or Italian American? This rockvillemd.gov/AgendaCenter. is the month to celebrate your culture and heritage. October is also National Bullying Prevention Month, LGBT • Call 240-314-8200 to ask about development History Month, National Crime Prevention Month and Blindness Awareness Month, as well as Hispanic Heritage projects near you. Month, which runs from mid-September to mid-October, among numerous others. And turn to page 3 to learn about the city’s efforts to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Page 6 OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS FACILITIES LEGEND: CC Croydon Creek Nature Ctr., 852 Avery Rd., 240-314-8770. LP Lincoln Park Community Ctr., 357 Frederick Ave., 240-314-8780. SFC Rockville Swim and Fitness Ctr., 355 Martins Lane, 240-314-8750. October GM Glenview Mansion, 603 Edmonston Dr., 240-314-8660. CH Rockville City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave., 240-314-5000. TF Thomas Farm Community Ctr., 700 Fallsgrove Dr., 240-314-8840. CALENDAR FSF F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Dr., 240-314-8690. SR Rockville Senior Ctr., 1150 Carnation Dr., 240-314-8800. TC Twinbrook Comm. Rec. Ctr., 12920 Twinbrook Pkwy., 240-314-8830.

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2 BOOKS AND BULBS. See article on page 4. 5-7 p.m. Twinbrook Library, 202 20 ROCKVILLE ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW. See article on page 8. Meadow Hall Drive. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Rockville Civic Center Park, 603 Edmonston Drive.

3 NATIONAL COFFEE WITH A COP DAY. See article on page 4. 8-9:30 a.m. 21 WORLD OF MONTGOMERY. See ad on page 5. Noon-4 p.m. Montgomery Krispy Kreme, 14919 Shady Grove Road (Fallsgrove Village Center). College – Rockville, 51 Mannakee St.

5,6,7 ROCKVILLE LITTLE THEATRE PRESENTS “THE DIARY OF ANNE 21 OUTDOOR SCIENCE CLUB: SCIENCE OF FALL. Scientists age 6-8 inves- FRANK.” See article on page 2. 8 p.m. Oct. 5-6; 2 p.m. Oct. 7. FSF tigate science topics through hands-on activities and time spent exploring the forest preserve. No adult participation required. Register for course #6063. 1:30-3 p.m. CC 6,13,20,27 ROCKVILLE FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Corner of Route 28 and Monroe Street in the jury parking lot. 24 PEEK-A-BOO HALLOWEEN. See article on page 8. 10 a.m.-noon. LP 6 ROCKTOBIERFEST. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. See article on page 1. Rockville Town Center. 26,27 “BRIGADOON,” PRESENTED BY ROCKVILLE MUSICAL THE- ATRE. See article on page 2. 8 p.m. FSF 7 WEBELO ADVENTURE: INTO THE WOODS. Naturalists will help scouts com- plete all necessary requirements for the Into the Woods adventure. All materials are 26 MONSTER MASH FAMILY DANCE. See article on page 8. 7-9 p.m. TC provided. Pins are not. Rain or shine. Dress for the weather. To register, email Me- linda at [email protected] or call 240-314-8771. 2 p.m. CC 27 HALLOWEEN HAUNT. See article on page 8. 2-4 p.m. TF

NATURE TOTS: BATS. For ages 2-5. Discover the wonders of nature with your 27 STREAM CLEANUP. See article on page 4. 9:30-11 a.m. Twinbrook Com- 10 TC child as a naturalist helps you delve into a different nature topic through nature play, munity Park. crafts, stories and hikes. Dress for the weather. Adult participation required. Spaces NATURE TOTS: CREEPY CRAWLIES. For ages 2-5. Discover the wonders are limited. Register for course #6066. $8 R/$10 NR. 10-11:30 a.m. CC 27 of nature with your child as a naturalist delves into a nature topic through nature GLENVIEW MANSION & PEERLESS ROCKVILLE SPEAKER SERIES: PUB- play, crafts, stories and hikes. Dress for the weather. Adult participation required. 11 Spaces are limited. Register for course #6067. $8 R/$10 NR. 10-11:30 a.m. CC LIC ART AND THE ROCKVILLE CITYSCAPE. See article on page 2. 7-9 p.m. FSF

13 LITTLE ACORNS: BUGS & SLUGS. For ages 18-36 months. Explore nature 27 PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK DAY. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Rockville City with little ones through a variety of play-based activities. Time will be spent outdoors, Police Station, 2 W. Montgomery Ave. See article on page 5. weather permitting. Adult participation required. Spaces are limited. Register for “A FUNKY FRANKY FABLE,” PRESENTED BY HEART OF MARYLAND #6057. $7 R/$9 NR. 10-11 a.m. CC 28 CHORUS. See article on page 2. 1 p.m. FSF STREAM CLEANUP. See article on page 4. 10 a.m.-noon. Maryvale Park, 812 13 31 TRICK OR TREAT. See article on page 8. 6-8 p.m. LP First St.

13 CROYDON CREEK CAMPFIRE: NIGHT HIKE. A naturalist leads a hike MONTGOMERY COUNTY EXECUTIVE CANDIDATES FORUM through the forest preserve, followed by s’mores by the campfire. All participants must register, including adults. Register for course #5996. $5 R/$6 NR. 7-8 p.m. CC Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. Features candidates for Montgomery County Executive: Marc Elrich, Robin Ficker and Nancy Floreen. “100TH BIRTHDAY OF LEONARD BERNSTEIN” PERFORMED BY THE 14 Moderated by Kojo Nnamdi and Tom Sherwood and hosted by Kelly Leonard. ROCKVILLE CONCERT BAND. See article on page 2. 3 p.m. FSF Broadcast live by Montgomery Community Media on county cable 14 2018 AUTUMN FILM SERIES AT THE ROCKVILLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY. A channels 19, 21 and 995 HD. Available following the forum at myMCmedia.org. showing and discussion of “Service: When Women Come Marching Home,” a power- ful documentary about veterans. Free. 2 p.m. First floor meeting room of the Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave.

15 FALL LEAF COLLECTION BEGINS. See article on page 5. 16 FLU SHOT CLINIC. Bring Medicare (Part B) and insurance cards. No cost to individuals with Medicare as their primary insurance. Without insurance: regular dose, $25; preservative-free shot, $27; high dose, $47. Open to all. Call 240-314-8810. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. SR

16 LITTLE ACORNS: NATURE AT NIGHT. For ages 18-36 months. Explore nature with little ones through a variety of play-based activities. Time will be spent outdoors, weather permitting. Adult participation required. Spaces are limited. Register for #6058. $7 R/$9 NR. 10-11 a.m. CC 19 SENIOR SAFETY FORUM AND RESOURCE FAIR. Montgomery County Council- member Sidney Katz, who represents District 3, including Rockville, hosts this free forum on avoiding senior scams, fire prevention and safety, public safety in the senior community and spotting elder abuse. Learn more at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ Katz/index.html. 9:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. TC

19 CROYDON CREEP. Come in costume for an evening of Halloween fun, featuring a spooky nature hike, magic show by D’s Magic, hands-on activities and games.

Department of Rockville Recreation and Parks

Ideal for children 10 and under. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 per Adults Recreation + and Fall 2018 60 Services Guide child age 2 and older at the door (no advanced registration). Adults and children un- Rockville offers a variety of classes and programs der 2 are free. 6-8 p.m. CC each season. Sign up at: www.rockvillemd.gov/ registration. Enter the course number listed on the 20 HALLOWEEN SPOOK AND FIND. See article on page 8. 1-3 p.m. LP Rockville Senior Center • 1150 Carnation Drive • Rockville, MD 20850 calendar entry to see more details and register.

R = Residents • NR = Nonresidents • MEM = Member • NM = Nonmember FOR MORE INFO AND UP-TO-DATE EVENT LISTINGS: WWW.ROCKVILLEMD.GOV/CALENDAR.ASPX

OCTOBER 2018 ROCKVILLE REPORTS Page 7 Register Now for Winter Youth Sports Leagues Winter sports league registration is open and includes organized basketball leagues for boys and girls, and youth wrestling. For youth basketball leagues, register by the early bird deadline of Thursday, Oct. 25 and save $5. The registration deadline for all winter youth sports is Thursday, Nov. 1. Teams in winter youth basketball leagues practice once a week in the evening beginning the Find Rockville’s Halloween week of Dec. 3. Games begin Saturday, Jan. 5 or Take a Drive Down Memory Lane at Sunday, Jan. 6. Haunts in October • Games for Mighty Mites Basketball the Antique and Classic Car Show (kindergarten through third grade) are on Sat- Rockville has several Community Center. There urdays, Jan. 5-Feb. 9, between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. fun events in October to will be a mini peek-and- 57th Annual Show Offers Free, Family- • Boys basketball (ages 9-18) holds games on let you and your family find, crafts, games, snacks Friendly Fun Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the division, explore your inner ghouls and more. Preregister with Jan. 5-March 10, between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. for Halloween! To register course #7070. The cost Rockville’s 57th annual ries of classic cars of yester- • Girls basketball (ages 9-18) holds games be- where there’s a course num- is $5 for residents, $7 for Antique and Classic Car year. The theme of this year’s tween 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays from Jan. ber, visit www.rockvillemd. nonresidents. Show rolls into Rockville show is brass-era cars. 5-March 9. gov/registration. The Monster Mash Civic Center Park from 11 Find coverage of past The youth wrestling team, for ages 6-14, Teens, grades 6-10, will Family Dance will host all a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, car shows at www.youtube. competes in the Montgomery County Wrestling experience an evening ages, 7-9 p.m. Friday Oct. 26 Oct. 20. com/cityofrockville and fol- League, with practices on Nov. 13 and 15 from of fright and fear at Field at Twinbrook Community The free show – one of low the Rockville Antique 6:30-8 p.m. at Thomas S. Wootton High School. of Screams, in Olney, for Recreation Center. Come in the oldest and the largest in and Classic Car Show on Meets begin Saturday, Jan. 5. Halloteen, 6-10 p.m. Friday, costume. Enjoy pumpkin the mid-Atlantic region – Facebook. For registration and league information, visit Oct. 12. They’ll be put to the decorating and Halloween will feature more than 500 Parking will be available www.rockvillemd.gov/recreation/sports or call test at four terrifying haunt- crafts, and dance the night vehicles, a car-related flea at Rockville Civic Center 240-314-8620. ed attractions, including away as the DJ spins musi- market, a car sales area and Park, with overflow parking trails, a factory and a hay- cal favorites. Refreshments the swing, big band and at Meadow Hall Elementary jazz sounds of Blue Sky Five. School, 951 Twinbrook East Rockville ride. Transportation departs sold by Twinbrook from and returns to Thomas Elementary School PTA. There will be a moon bounce Parkway. A courtesy shuttle continued from pg. 3… Farm Community Center. Cost is $4 per person. The at the rear of the park in the will run between the school city planning staff will be working in partner- Teens will have a fast pass center is at 12920 Twinbrook parking lot of Croydon Creek and the show from 10:30 ship with neighborhood residents over the next and be accompanied by City Parkway. Nature Center, which will be a.m.-4 p.m. For inclement several months to identify issues, determine of Rockville staff. Register Thomas Farm open to visitors. weather updates, please call goals, and establish design guidance for new with course #5993. The cost Community Center’s all- The hills of Rockville 240-314-5022. single-family homes and expansions to existing is $60 for residents, $65 for ages Halloween Haunt Civic Center Park, home Car owners can register homes. nonresidents. from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 27, has to the historic Glenview their vehicle until 5 p.m. The project builds on recommendations All ages are welcome Halloween games and Mansion at 603 Edmonston Wednesday, Oct. 17. After from the 2004 East Rockville Neighborhood at the Croydon Creep at crafts, pumpkin painting Drive, offer a picturesque fall that, owners must regis- Plan to develop a guide for new construction Croydon Creek Nature and the Squeals on Wheels setting for a stroll through ter on the day of the event. that enhances both the physical and envi- Center, from 6-8 p.m. Friday, petting zoo. The cost is a lineup of vehicles from 33 To show or sell a car at the ronmental aspects of the neighborhood. The Oct. 19. Adults and children $4 per person at the door. car clubs, from Packard to show, host a flea market process will be driven by the neighborhood to younger than 2 are free. Children younger than 1 are Plymouth to Ferrari. booth or learn more, visit define the qualities of design, in both private Kids can come in costume to free. Thomas Farm is located The show is the premier www.rockvillemd.gov/car and public areas, that make for a thriving and have fun with a magic show, at 700 Fallsgrove Drive. non-judged motor vehicle show, call 240-314-8620 or sustainable community. spooky nature trail, give- The Heart of Maryland show in the region, offering email specialevents@ The project would not require any changes aways and crafts. Cost is $5 Chorus presents “A Funky the chance to share memo- rockvillemd.gov. to the homes of residents who have no plans to per child aged 2 and older at Franky Fable” at 1 p.m. rebuild or expand their residences. the door. Sunday, Oct. 28, at the F. For additional information, or to be added to At Lincoln Park Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 the project’s mailing list, email or call the proj- Community Center’s Edmonston Drive. This mu- ect manager, Andrea Gilles, at agilles@rockville Halloween Spook and sical’s fabulous, freaky tale md.gov or 240-314-8273. Find, 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. of Funky Franky features 20, take part in a Halloween a costume parade for kids, scavenger hunt, pumpkin picture time with some decorating, crafts, music and of the show’s finest mon- more in Isreal Park, right sters, M&Ms and trick-or- next door to the center at 357 treating. Tickets are $15 for Frederick Ave. Preregister adults and $7 for children PREPARING FOR SNOW WITH A ROAD-EO… Snow with course #7059. The cost 17 and younger. plow crews from the City of Rockville practiced in is $5 for residents, $7 for Stop by Lincoln Park September for the second annual Snow Road-eo nonresidents. Community Center’s Trick Challenge. Crews from Rockville, which hosts this A Peek-A-Boo or Treat from 6-8 p.m. year’s event on Tuesday, Oct. 9, are looking to avenge Halloween will keep your Wednesday, Oct. 31, 6-8 a narrow loss to the City of Gaithersburg in last year’s toddlers, ages 1-5, in the p.m. Get some (more) candy STATE OF THE CITY … Mayor Bridget inaugural challenge. The challenge helps crews hone Halloween spirit from 10 and visit the center’s hot Donnell Newton and City Manager Rob their skills at keeping city streets clear and safe, in a.m.-noon Wednesday, chocolate bar at this free DiSpirito were guests of the Rockville preparation for snow season. Oct. 24 at Lincoln Park drop-in. Chamber of Commerce in September, appearing on the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre City Manager: Rob DiSpirito stage to discuss the state of the city, facilitated Deputy City Manager: Jennifer Kimball by chamber legislative chair Brian Barkley. To Mayor Director of Communication: Marylou Berg see Rockville 11’s video of the event, visit www. BRIDGET DONNELL NEWTON Public Information Specialists: Cliff Cumber, Sean Sedam Web and Digital Manager: Tatum B. Walker youtube.com/cityofrockville and search for Councilmembers Graphics and Printing: Sylvia England, Eric Ferrell, Leon Porter, Lori Russler BERYL L. FEINBERG Rockville 11: Hagop Balekjian, Craig Buchanan, Kathy Dantzler “2018 Rockville State of the City.” VIRGINIA D. ONLEY JULIE PALAKOVICH CARR Rockville Reports is the official publication of the City of Rockville, published at City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MARK PIERZCHALA MD 20850. It is delivered to all homes and businesses within Rockville’s city limits. Any individuals with disabilities who would like to receive the information in this publication in another form may contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at 240-314-8100; TTY 240-314-8137. Have an idea for “Rockville Reports”? Email [email protected]. Questions, Concerns or Ideas? Reach out to Rockville City BACK IN THE DAY … Eight years ago this month, the Mayor and Council remembered Carl Henn’s commitment Manager Rob DiSpirito at to the community and environmental activism by renaming Rockville’s 10-mile bicycle beltway in his honor. Henn, who [email protected] died that summer from a lightning strike, was an avid bicyclist who had spent hours over the years working to improve or 240-314-8102. the trail that now bears his name — the Carl Henn Millennium Trail.

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