One Montgomery Green

Wheaton Street Project: Back-to-School Block Party
2025-09-20 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Corner of Elkin St and Price Ave, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
🌟 FREE EVENT! 🌟
🌿🌍♻️ Wheaton Street Project: Back-to-School Block Party 🎒📚✏️
📅 Saturday, September 20 | 1–6 PM
📍Elkin St & Price Ave, Wheaton, MD
Kick off the school year with a FREE, student-centered street celebration! This Back-to-School Block Party will highlight student voices, art, and creativity, while bringing together local food, music, and fun for the whole family.
✨ What to Expect:
🎶 Live youth performances & music
🎒 Back-to-school activities & giveaways
🖼️ Student art displays & creative stations
🌱 Garden exhibits & sustainability tips
🛍️ Local vendors & community partners
🍴 Tasty food & drink samples from Wheaton restaurants
🎲 Family-friendly games & activities for all ages
💚 Come Eat, Play, Learn, and Connect—for FREE!
Together, let’s build a more vibrant, walkable, and student-powered Wheaton.
👉 Interested in volunteering?
Email us at onemontgomerygreen@gmail.com
Find out more at: https://onemontgomerygreen.org/index.php/wheaton-street-project/

Children's Day at Brookside Gardens
2025-09-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
Children and their families are invited to explore the science and art of gardening at Children’s Day from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Brookside Gardens. Participants will rotate through outdoor activity stations designed to educate and entertain. Bring your friends and family. Picnics are allowed only during this special event. Registration is encouraged but not required.
For more information: https://montgomeryparks.org/events/childrens-day-2/

Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
2025-09-21 14:00 - 15:00 | MD
Solar Coffee Chat

Available times

Sun, Sep 21, 2:00pm–3:00pm EDT
Wed, Nov 19, 12:30pm–1:30pm EST

About this event

Grab your coffee and join us for an informal and informative Solar Coffee Chat! Whether you’re just starting to explore solar energy, ready to go solar, or have solar already, this virtual gathering can answer your questions live, about what you need to know about making the switch to solar power and what comes next.
This is your chance to ask questions, connect with others who are in the same stage as you, and gain the confidence you need to embrace renewable energy. Let’s chat, share ideas, and start (or continue!) your solar journey!

For more information and to register: https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/758543/

Energy & Construction Roundtable
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 | MD
REGISTER HERE
Who are we?
We are a training company which helps to recruit, mentor and retain qualified middle-skilled professionals for energy and construction companies.
For our Clients:
We help your current and future employees grow their skills and gain new competencies over time.
Through our partnerships, we help to recruit qualified younger and more diverse workers by offering flexible on-the-job training and opportunities to earn in-demand credentials.
In addition,Next Generation Inc. offers virtual CLEAN ENERGY INDUSTRY ROUNDTABLEdiscussions every other month. Our next virtual discussion will be THE IMPACT OF APPRENTICESHIP/PRE-APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS ON HIRING IN THE CLEAN ENERGY INDUSTRY September 24, 2025 from 10 -11 AM EST where we will explore the answers to the following question:
Speaker Highlight
Jennifer Dewees, President of MCCEI; Co-Founder & Construction Lead of MAC; Co-Founder of Baltimore ModularJennifer Dewees is passionately committed to fostering diversity in Built Environment careers and is widely recognized as a disrupter and changemaker with bold, innovative solutions for both the construction industry and workforce development as a whole.
We hope to see you there!

Silver Spring Annual Harvest Moon Festival
2025-09-25 13:00 - 19:00 | Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
For more information: https://silverspringdowntown.com/do/sstcis-9th-annual-harvest-moon-fest

OMG | WKCC Green Drinks Happy Hour
2025-09-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Taqueria Sabor Mixteco, 2462 Ennalls Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
Reserve your spot today at https://bit.ly/4fTuq2s.

EV Expo & Community Yard Sale
2025-09-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Kenmont Pool, 2900 Faulkner Place, Kensington, MD, 20895, United States
EV Expo & Community Yard Sale
Saturday, September 27, 9 am – 1pm
Rain Date: Sunday, September 28, 9am – 1pm

EV Expo information:
https://driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventid=5009

Community Yard Sale Information/:
https://forms.gle/5pgCgmGZ8n3sZNrw6

Come learn about electric vehicles at Kenmont Swim & Tennis Club in Kensington Heights!
We’ll have up to 5 electric vehicles on display, and the best part is you’ll be able to talk directly with your neighbors who already drive them. Ask about charging at home, public charging, rebates, and what day-to-day EV ownership is really like. No sales pitches—just friendly, firsthand conversations with people you know and trust.

Community Yard Sale
Saturday, September 27, 9 am – 1pm
Rain Date: Sunday, September 28, 9am – 1pm
Kenmont Pool Parking Lot
2900 Faulkner Place, Kensington
Toys, Games, Housewares, Gifts, Clothing,
Books, Crafts, and More
For Sellers: Purchase a parking space-sized spot for just
$25. Venmo @Kenmont-Tsunami. Put your email in
Payment Details. Bring your own table and chair.

If you have any questions, email Bethmargoliesmeyer@gmail.com
Proceeds benefit the Kenmont Tsunami Swim Team.

Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival
2025-09-28 10:00 | Marian Fryer Town Plaza, 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
September 28, 20259th Annual Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival

Click HERE to learn about poster contest winner.

Our stages are full, but bands and dancers can still join the parade. Vendors can apply to be added to the waitlist for a festival booth.Event Info & Link to Application

One Water Partnership Cabin John Creek Interfaith Stewardship Event
2025-09-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Cabin John Regional Park
One Water Partnership Cabin John Creek Interfaith Stewardship Event
Cabin John Regional Park _ Shelters A & B
7400 Tuckerman Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
Visit: https://www.interfaithchesapeake.org/owp_moco_hub_0925
Join us this fall for our One Water Partnership Cabin John Creek Interfaith Stewardship Event! Connect with fellow faithful stewards and other concerned people to take action, gain valuable resources, and plan for the future!
All are welcome to lend your time and talent to this faith-led effort to protect restore and act justly in our shared watershed. This is a family friendly event.
WHERE: Cabin John Regional Park, 7400 Tuckerman Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
WHEN: 2PM to 5PM
Activities will include:

Weed Warrior vine-cutting adventure:

Limited to 20 volunteers (ages 16+)
Please complete the volunteer agreement here by Sept 23 and
email to anna@interfaithchesapeake.org
What to wear and bring? Please wear long pants that
cover your ankles, long socks, long sleeves, and sturdy,
closed-toed shoes or boots. Wear gardening-type gloves,
if you have them! Bring loppers and/or hand pruners
if you have them. We will have tools and gloves to borrow
if you don’t have your own. Please bring water to drink.

Spiritual nature walk
Stream cleanup
Macro-Invertebrate exploration
Critter bingo
Nature art project
Resource tables
Smores
and more!

Green Seeds Launch Party
2025-10-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
After conducting food distributions that serve 4,000 to 5,000 households each month, I am dedicated to finding and implementing effective solutions to food insecurity. In addition to my work at Clifton Park Baptist Church, I have also started a mission-driven farm called Green Seeds Farm. With a Buy One, Give One model, Green Seeds ensures that every purchase helps nourish someone in need. Whether you are passionate about health, food justice, environmental justice, or just eager to learn how to help your community, come join us as we kick off this new farm!

October 1st, 6:30-8pm at the Silver Spring Civic Center, 1 Veterans Pl. Silver Spring

RSVP HERE and check out the speakers!

Annual Bike Drive to Repurpose Bicycles
2025-10-03 07:00 - 14:00 | Montgomery County Council Office Building, 100 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Annual Bike Drive to Repurpose Bicycles to be Held on Friday, Oct. 3 in Rockville

Donated bicycles can make a big difference for local community members. The Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s (MCDOT) annual Bicycle Donation Drive from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3, will make it easy to donate previously owned bikes and ensure they will have a continued impact. Bikes will be collected, rain or shine, outside of the Montgomery County Council Office Building Garage at the corner of E. Jefferson and Monroe St. in Rockville.
Bicycles should be in good working condition or in need of only minor repairs. Rockville Bike Hub volunteers will refurbish the bikes and MCDOT will place them with children and adults in the County through the MCDOT Bike Match Program or through the Rockville Terrific Kids program.  A portion of the bikes are also collected by Bikes for the World and donated to communities around the world. Bikes that are not salvageable are recycled.
Read the Press Release

Weed Warrior and Litter Pickup
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Malcolm King Park, 1200 West Side Dr, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878, United States
Join us Saturday 10/4 for
Weed Warriors and Litter Pickup!
We’ll meet at Malcolm King Park to remove invasive plants and learn about the native plants that are found there. Under the guidance of experienced Weed Warriors, we’ll pull out plants like multiflora rose, porcelain berry, and oriental bittersweet that crowd out the beautiful native plants and the wildlife they support.
We will also be picking up litter if that’s more your speed! Wander and enjoy the beauty of this gorgeous park after the event and have fun with other volunteers.
Together, we can make a difference for all the people, pets, and wildlife that call our greenway home.
When? Saturday 10/4 from 10am-12pm
Where? Malcolm King Park at the School Drive Entrance. (Find the exact location in Google Maps here.)
Important Info: Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Be aware that the plants can be thorny. All equipment will be provided.
Want SSL Hours? No Problem! Teenagers must wear the appropriate clothing, bring water and a snack, and be accompanied by an adult.
Please RSVP to Mary Hlavinka, mjhlavinka@gmail.com, so we will be sure to have enough equipment for everyone (and so we can contact you in case of cancellations for weather). Also contact Mary with questions about work days.
Thank you for helping to protect the intrinsic beauty of our watershed!
Upcoming Dates:

Sunday November 2 from 10am-12pm

Saturday December 6 from 10am-12pm

Want to host events like this for another area of our trail? Become a Section Steward, a lead volunteer for your favorite part of the Muddy Branch. Email president@muddybranch.org for more information.
See you there!

Maryland Clean Energy Summit
2025-10-14 - 2025-10-15 | College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, 3501 University Blvd E, College Park, MD, 20783, United States
Maryland Clean Energy Summit

College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
October 14 – 15, 2025
Mark your calendars for the 2025 Maryland Clean Energy Summit, themed Balancing Supply, Demand & Sustainability: Innovation in the Energy Marketplace! We’re bringing together leaders in policy, finance, and innovation to address pressing energy challenges and advance solutions that boost our economic standing.
Inspiring Speakers
Hear from industry giants and innovative startups, including Maryland Public Service Commission Chairman Fred Hoover.
Engaging Roundtables
Engage in expert-led discussions on relevant topics like “The Grid of the Future” and “Impact of Federal Policy.”
Actionable Breakout Sessions
Gain Implementable solutions for communities, facilities, and campuses.
Valuable networking
Connect with hundreds of leaders during dedicated events.
Become a sponsor! You’ll play a vital role in advancing a sustainable future for all Marylanders and maximize your brand’s visibility and impact. For sponsorship inquiries, please contact sponsorship@mdcleanenergy.org.
MCEC is partnering with Global Emissionairy as its official Carbon Solutions Partner to analyze and mitigate the environmental impact of the event.
View the MCEC Event Policy.

Purchase Tickets

Sponsorship Opportunities

2025 H20 Summit
2025-10-14 12:00 - 16:00 | M-NCPPC Wheaton Headquarters, 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection’s 2025 H2O Summit will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, at M-NCPPC’s Wheaton Headquarters, 2425 Reedie Drive in Wheaton. Attendees can learn from experts, connect with others who share a passion for protecting water resources and explore innovative ways to make community waterways more resilient.
Register by October 7, 2025 to secure your spot as space is limited!
To register: https://pages.services/info.montagemarketinggroup.com/dep-hemm-08-h2o-summit-support/?ts=1755641077401

Wheaton Street Project: Celebrate the Wheaton Urban Landscape
2025-10-18 13:00 - 17:00 | Wheaton Veterans Park, 11200 Amherst Avenue, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
Wheaton Street Project 🌿🌍♻️
🌟FREE EVENT🌟
Saturday, October 18
1–5 PM @ Elkin St & Price Ave, Wheaton, MD
Join us for our last street party of the year! FREE, community focused celebration! This Block Party will highlight local business voices, sustainability efforts in the area, and bring together local food, music, and fun for the whole family.

✨ What to Expect:
🎶Music for the whole family to enjoy
🌱Sustainability tips
🛍️ Local vendors & community partners
🍴 Tasty food & drink samples from Wheaton restaurants
🎲 Family-friendly games & activities for all ages
💚 Come Eat, Play, Learn, and Connect—for FREE!
Together, let’s build a more vibrant, walkable, and student-powered Wheaton.
👉 Interested in volunteering?
Email us at onemontgomerygreen@gmail.com
For more information: https://onemontgomerygreen.org/index.php/wheaton-street-project/

2025 Clean Energy & Transportation Annual Conference, Expo, Awards Luncheon
2025-10-23 08:30 - 18:00 | Martin’s Crosswinds, 7400 Greenway Center Dr, Greenbelt, MD, 20770, United States
2025 Clean Energy & Transportation Annual Conference, Expo, Awards Luncheon
For more information: https://gwrccc.org/event/2025-annual-conference-expo-awards-luncheon/

The Legacy of Redlining Amidst the Climate Crisis
2025-11-05 18:30 - 20:00 | MD
From Redlining to RENEW: Advancing Reparative Justice in Policy & Practice
Join us for a conversation with experts to reveal how historic redlining practices have put Black and Brown communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis
WHEN: Wednesday, November 5, 6:30 PM
WHO: Speakers include Dr. Sarcoby Wilson, Jacqui Patterson, LaTricea Adams, Senator Benjamin Brooks, Delegate Jheannelle Wilkins, and Brittany Baker
WHERE: Your computer! Zoom info provided upon RSVP.
This virtual session, presented by the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland in partnership with Chesapeake Climate Action Network Action Fund; Young, Gifted, and Green, and the Center for Engagement, Environmental Justice, and Health (CEEJH INC) will be a chance to explore the deep connection between historical redlining practices and current excessive exposure to the devastating impacts of climate change in Black communities. The event will also include a panel discussion where panelists will highlight specific examples of this issue in Maryland and uplift advocacy for the Reparations Commission and RENEW study bills.
REGISTER HERE

2025 Conservation Montgomery Annual Meeting
2025-11-07 18:00 - 20:30 | The Writers Center, 4508 Walsh Street, Bethesda, MD, 20815, United States
2025 Conservation Montgomery Annual Meeting
When: Friday, November 7th, from 6 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: The Writer’s Center, 3508 Walsh Street, Bethesda. Public parking is available across the street.

Autumn is in the air
Time to register for the 2025 Conservation Montgomery Annual Meeting
Come help us celebrate another year of conservation in Montgomery County. We will bestow the Joe Howard Environmental Award upon two youth groups, the Eco Moco nonprofit and the Latin American Youth Center Conservation Corps. Our guest speaker this year is Maryland State Delegate Marc Korman, (District 16) pictured at left. Delegate Korman will provide an overview of state environmental legislation. In 2023, he was named chair of the Environment & Transportation Committee, one of just six standing committees in the House.
As always, we will begin with a networking reception at 6 pm, with a buffet and beverages. We suggest a minimum $20 per person donation to defray the cost of refreshments. You can pay at the door or online by visiting ConservationMontgomery.org.
Please RSVP to help us plan. We look forward to seeing you on Nov. 7th.

Illumination Station and Lightbulb Exchange
2025-11-13 10:30 - 14:30 | Twinbrook Library, 202 Meadow Hall Drive, Rockville, MD, 20852, United States
Illumination Station and Lightbulb Exchange

November 13 @ 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

Twinbrook Library, 202 Meadow Hall Drive, Rockville, MD 20851

FREE

Illumination Stations are information tables that provide an opportunity to shine a light on ways for people to lower their utility bills, apply for energy assistance, and receive items to help them keep money in their pockets! Visit the library to get more information about energy programs and more!
You also can bring your old incandescent and compact fluorescent bulbs to swap them for new energy efficient LED light bulbs. In collaboration with Montgomery County Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Pepco.

Green Seeds Launch Party
2025-11-13 18:30 - 20:00 | El Golfo Restaurant, 8739 Flower Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20901, United States
The First Green Seeds Is Hosting Another Launch Party

After conducting food distributions that serve 4,000 to 5,000 households each month, Green Seeds is dedicated to finding and implementing effective solutions to food insecurity. In addition to Green Seeds work at Clifton Park Baptist Church, Green Seeds has also started a mission-driven farm called Green Seeds Farm. With a Buy One, Give One model, Green Seeds ensures that every purchase helps nourish someone in need. Whether you are passionate about health, food justice, environmental justice, or just eager to learn how to help your community, come join us as Green Seeds kick’s off this new farm!
November 13, 2025, 6:30- 8:00pm at El Golfo, 8739 Flower Ave, Silver Spring
RSVP HERE and check out the speakers!

America Recycles Day Shredding Event
2025-11-15 10:00 - 14:00 | MD
America Recycles Day Shredding Event
Saturday, November 15 • 10 am – 2 pm
Montgomery College Lot 13, MD Rt. 355/Hungerford Drive at Mannakee Street
Do you have old tax documents, bank statements, or other sensitive papers piling up? Bring them to this community drop-off event for secure, on-site shredding and eco-friendly recycling at no additional cost. It’s a great way to protect your personal information and help the planet!
Paper shredding and recycling guidelines:

Limit: Five paper bags or small boxes per vehicle of personal and confidential papers for shredding such as financial and legal documents, receipts, tax and medical records.
Papers with staples or paper clips and envelopes with plastic windows are acceptable.
Paper will be shredded on-site and then recycled. Please stay in your vehicle for safety and traffic flow. Watching the shredding is not permitted.

The shredding event will end at 2 p.m. or when the trucks are full, whichever comes first. The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. For more information or updates visit for the website.

Solar United Neighbors Solar Coffee Chat
2025-11-19 12:30 - 13:30 | MD
Solar Coffee Chat

Wed, Nov 19, 12:30pm–1:30pm EST

About this event

Grab your coffee and join us for an informal and informative Solar Coffee Chat! Whether you’re just starting to explore solar energy, ready to go solar, or have solar already, this virtual gathering can answer your questions live, about what you need to know about making the switch to solar power and what comes next.
This is your chance to ask questions, connect with others who are in the same stage as you, and gain the confidence you need to embrace renewable energy. Let’s chat, share ideas, and start (or continue!) your solar journey!

For more information and to register: https://www.mobilize.us/solarunitedneighbors/event/758543/

Hidden Dollars in Your Building: How Energy Audits Unlock Savings
2025-11-19 14:00 - 15:00 | MD
Hidden Dollars in Your Building:
How Energy Audits Unlock Savings
Virtual | Nov 19, 2025 02:00 PM
Energy audits shine a light on hidden opportunities and deliver practical, low-cost solutions to cut costs and improve comfort. From scheduling and controls tweaks to retrocommissioning existing equipment, these improvements can reduce energy use immediately—often with paybacks measured in months, not years. Join Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection and the Montgomery County Green Bank. In this webinar, we’ll show how energy audits uncover real savings, highlight case studies, and provide simple steps you can take now to capture opportunities to get the most out of the equipment in your building.
To Register: https://zoom.us/meeting/82236125937

Screening: Plastic People-The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics
2025-11-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Town of Washington Grove, McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Ave, Washington Grove, MD, 20880, United States
Screening: Plastic People-The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

Wed, Nov 19, 2025; 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
McCathran Hall, 300 Grove Avenue, Washington Grove, MD
Hear About Solutions to Plastic Pollution
What is plastic pollution doing to our waterways – and to us? The Sierra Club and Washington Grove’s Sustainability Committee are hosting a film screening and panel discussion to explain the problem and highlight solutions. The event is the evening of November 19, in Washington Grove.
RSVP for this important conversation.

Powering Transportation with Alternative Sources Beyond Electric Roundtable
2025-11-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition, 899 North Capitol Street Northeast, Washington, 20002, United States
Powering Transportation with Alternative Sources Beyond Electric Roundtable
By Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition
899 North Capitol Street Northeast
Nov 20 from 10am to 12:30pm EST
Receive clean energy, environmental and transportation updates from local industry leaders on funding, business and job opportunities.
For more info and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/powering-transportation-with-alternative-sources-beyond-electric-roundtable-tickets-1665702784869

OMG & WKCC Green Drinks – Giving Tuesday
2025-12-02 17:30 - 20:00 | District Bistro, 11230 Grandview Ave, Wheaton, MD, 20902, United States
To Register: https://bit.ly/GreenDrinks-Dec2025

Save the Farm, Save the Future: Film Screening & Panel Discussion
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Agricultural History Farm Park, 18400 Muncaster Road, Derwood, MD, 20855, United States
Save the Farm, Save the Future
Film Screening & Panel Discussion
📍 Location: Agricultural History Farm Park
🕕 Doors Open: Wednesday, December 3 • 6:00 PM (Enjoy 30 minutes of mingling!)
🎥 Film Starts: 6:30 PM
Join us for a special screening of Save the Farm, Save the Future, an inspiring new documentary that explores how we can protect our agricultural heritage and environment for generations to come. The film highlights the challenges facing today’s farmers and introduces innovative solutions — like agrivoltaics, where solar energy and farming work together to create a more sustainable future.
After the screening, stay for a 30-minute panel discussion featuring leaders in agriculture, energy, and sustainability:

Panel Moderator: Dave Feldman, Executive Director, Bethesda Green
Dr. Jennifer Morash, Chief Agrivoltaics Officer, Good Idea Solar
Mike Scheffel, Director, Montgomery County Office of Agricultural Services
Amanda Cather, Mid-Atlantic Deputy Director, American Farmland Trust
Dr. Mitchell Pavao-Zuckerman, Associate Professor, UMD College Park
Alex Vermoer, Senior Manager, Pepco

Come be part of the conversation about how farms — and farmers — can help shape a brighter, more resilient future. 🌾
Register for this event HERE

The Climate Mobilization Webinar: Data Center in MoCo
2025-12-04 19:30 - 20:30 | MD
The Climate Mobilization Webinar
Thursday, Dec 4, 7:30 – 8:30 pm
Did You Know A Data Center is Planned for MoCo?
Join Us to Find Out More!

Please join The Climate Mobilization on Dec 4 at 7:30–8:30 pm to discuss the Data Center being planned for Dickerson, MD. There is much controversy around the locating of Data Centers. Find out about its impact on our County and how you can have your opinion heard on this development.
Caroline Taylor from the Montgomery Countryside Alliance will discuss
● What are Data Centers
● What is the status of the development in MoCo
● What are the potential benefits and drawbacks for residents
● How will the County decide about moving forward
This will be followed by a discussion of how you can get involved by sharing your opinion with the County and your Councilmembers as the review process moves forward.
Here is registration link for the meeting:
CLICK TO REGISTER

Energy Justice Town Hall: Understanding & Shaping Our Energy System
2025-12-06 09:30 - 14:00 | Digital Harbor High School, 1100 Covington Street, Baltimore, MD, 21230, United States
Too many people are experiencing social, economic, and health harms due to an energy system that has put fossil-fuel profits ahead of people. Our energy bills are rising. Many of us are breathing unhealthy air, inside and outside our homes. Greenhouse gas emissions are continuing to impact our global climate. It’s clear that change is needed now.
We invite you to an Energy Justice Town Hall: Understanding & Shaping Our Energy System, on Saturday, December 6, from 9:30 AM – 2 PM!
The Energy Justice Town Hall is a free event that will educate, engage, and activate Baltimore City and Maryland residents to take action on equity issues related to our energy system. Through workshops, a partner expo, presentations, and conversations, we will address the health and climate impacts of how we generate and consume energy, as well as issues around affordability, reliability, efficiency, community decision-making, and self-sufficiency in the transition to a clean energy future.
This event will empower everyday people to be advocates, educators, and change-makers as we work together to take control of our collective energy future.
Agenda:

9:30 AM – 10 AM: Registration and Light Breakfast
10:05 AM – 11:20 AM: Workshops (Session 1)
11:25 AM – 12:05 PM: Lunch and Presentations
12:10 PM – 1:35 PM: Workshops Session 2
1:40 PM – 2:00 PM: Closing Remarks and Networking

We will cover topics such as Coalition-building 101; Path to Public Power; What’s Causing Rates to Rise and What We Can Do About It; and more! We invite you to join these conversations, learn about the resources in our city and state, and work toward a clean energy future with us.
Register by December 3rd to reserve your spot!

Weed Warriors & Litter Pickup
2025-12-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Malcolm King Park, 1200 West Side Dr, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878, United States
Join us Saturday 12/6 for Weed Warriors and Litter Pickup!
We’ll meet at Malcolm King Park to remove invasive plants and learn about the native plants that are found there. Under the guidance of experienced Weed Warriors, we’ll pull out plants like multiflora rose, porcelain berry, and oriental bittersweet that crowd out the beautiful native plants and the wildlife they support.
We will also be picking up litter if that’s more your speed! Together, we can make a difference for all the people, pets, and wildlife that call our greenway home.
After we have improved the park for the enjoyment of all, we will spend some time enjoying it ourselves!
When? Saturday 12/6 from 10am-12pm
Where? Malcolm King Park at the School Drive Entrance. (Find the exact location in Google Maps here.)
Important Info: Wear long pants and sturdy shoes. Be aware that the plants can be thorny. All equipment will be provided.
Want SSL Hours? No Problem! Teenagers must wear the appropriate clothing, bring water and a snack, and be accompanied by an adult.
Please RSVP to Mary Hlavinka, mjhlavinka@gmail.com, so we will be sure to have enough equipment for everyone (and so we can contact you in case of cancellations for weather). Also contact Mary with questions about work days.
Thank you for helping to protect the intrinsic beauty of our watershed!
Upcoming Dates:

Saturday January 10 from 10am-12pm

Saturday February 21 from 10am-12pm

Sunday March 8 from 10am-12pm

Want to host events like this for another area of our trail? Become a Section Steward, a lead volunteer for your favorite part of the Muddy Branch. Email president@muddybranch.org for more information.
