In the wake of a recent utility scam in Gaithersburg, County Police are warning residents to be aware that all utility workers carry proper identification. If a worker is unable to provide proper identification, do not allow him or her to enter your residence.
Residents can also check with their respective utility companies to determine whether the company has workers in the area before allowing the worker to enter their homes.
PEPCO customer service 202-833-7500 http://www.pepco.com
WSSC customer service 301-206-9772 http://www.wsscwater.com
Washington Gas customer service 703-750-1000 http://www.washgas.com
Free Sign Language Practice Series for Beginners at Germantown Library
A free five-session Sign Language Practice for Beginners will be introduced at the Germantown Library, 19840 Century Blvd., on Sunday, April 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. The program will continue on April 21 and 28, May 5 and 19. (No sessions on April 14 and May 12.)
The practice sessions, that will emphasize practicing and expanding vocabulary and conversation, are designed for individuals ages 16 and older who have basic knowledge of sign language. Advanced beginners also are welcome.
Registration is limited to 30 participants and includes all five sessions. Go to the library website -- www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library -- under Library Events Calendar.
To request disability accommodations, contact the Germantown Library at 240-777-0110.
Earth Day Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to assist with trash removal during an Earth Day cleanup project on April 20 from 9 a.m. to noon in the White Oak neighborhood of Silver Spring.
Participants, 14 years of age or older, must register prior to the event. Public school students who volunteer will be eligible to earn Student Service Learning hours. Contact Leslie Wilcox at leslie.wilcox@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-777-7780 for more information or to register.
Hosted by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) in partnership with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Department of Parks and the local watershed group Eyes of Paint Branch, the event is part of the Anacostia Watershed Society’s Earth Day Cleanup celebration held throughout the Anacostia watershed.
A list of Montgomery County Earth Month events is available on the My Green Montgomery website. Check back frequently as more events are added.
