DEP will participate in Poolesville Day from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. The event annually has one of the largest displays of electric vehicles in the Mid-Atlantic Region. This year, electric vehicles from the County fleet, including an electric Ride On Bus, will be featured. DEP will be o nsite, educating residents on electric vehicles. The event will take place in Downtown Poolesville at 19816 Fisher Ave.
“We are committed to educating our residents on ways to create a more eco-conscious tomorrow,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “Fall is a great time to get outside and brush up on your environmental knowledge. I encourage everyone to explore what Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection has to offer.”
The mission of the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection is to enhance the quality of life in the community. DEP works with partners throughout the County to help people become better stewards of the environment.
“Across Montgomery County, people are taking action to protect and preserve our environment,” said DEP Director Jon Monger. “One small change in your daily routine can have a huge impact. The events are a great opportunity for the community to ask questions and learn about creating a greener and healthier Montgomery County.”
Have a question about recycling, going green at home and work, green communities, incentives or rebates? Visit the DEP resource table at one of the upcoming events:
- Mid-Autumn Festival on Sunday, Sept. 8. 2-7 p.m. 12621 Old Columbia Pike.Silver Spring. Hosted by the Vietnamese American Service.
- Poolesville Day on Saturday, Sept. 21. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 19816 Fisher Ave., Poolesville.
- Family Empowerment Fair on Saturday, Sept. 21. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. 51 Mannakee St. Rockville. Hosted by Montgomery College.
- Latino Conservation Week: Community Day on Saturday, Sept. 21. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wheaton Claridge Local Park, 11901 Claridge Road, Wheaton. In partnership with Montgomery Parks and the Latino Health Initiative.
- Burtonsville Day on Saturday, Sept. 21. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 14906 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville.
- National Hunting and Fishing Day on Saturday, Sept. 28. 1-5 p.m. 18301 Waring Station Road, Germantown. Hosted by the Izaak Walton League Rockville Chapter.
- Health and Community Service Fair on Saturday, Sept. 28. 2-5 p.m. 9366 Gaither Road, Gaithersburg.
- Wheaton Arts Parade and Festival on Sunday, Sept. 29. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton.
- Check out an Illumination Station near you. There will be nine events in September. Illumination stations provide the opportunity to lower utility bills, apply for energy assistance and make homes more energy efficient.
