April 3, 2025

Sixth Annual Respect Fest to Host Activities and Resources to Curb Dating Violence on Sunday, April 6

Sixth Annual Respect Fest to Host Activities and Resources to Curb Dating Violence on Sunday, April 6


The Montgomery County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council will host the sixth annual RespectFest from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, April 6 at the Wheaton Community Recreation Center. The Center is located at 11701 Georgia Ave. in Wheaton. The free festival raises awareness about teen dating violence and is geared toward middle school and high school students, their parents and community members. Students can earn three student service-learning hours by participating in the activities. There will be free yoga, Bollywood Zumba, boxing demos, student performances, games, pizza and Carmen's Ice, raffle prizes and a community resource fair. Visit their website at tinyurl.com/mocorespectfest for more information.