C&O Canal Superintendent speaks at WMCCA meeting
The October meeting of the West Montgomery County Citizens Association (WMCCA) was held via Zoom Wednesday, Oct 14.
Halloween Is Not Canceled in Montgomery County
But large groups are; county offers guidelines for safe Halloween while residents make plans to celebrate
Halloween, a witch’s brew of fun and fantasy, will need a new recipe for this year.
West Montgomery County Citizens Association
West Montgomery County Citizens Association
Potomac: Where Newcomers Become Neighbors
Newcomers to Potomac hoping to learn about the area and make new friends have no further to look than the Potomac Area Neighbors Club, a long-standing women’s organization, a group that truly has something for everyone.
Nature in Potomac
Potomac was not intentionally planned for large houses but it is how many people define us.
Unwavering Nimi Trehan
Potomac artist explores theme of resilience in time of coronavirus, wins award.
Nimi Trehan, a long-time Potomac resident and artist, was presented with an Award of Excellence for her painting, “Unwavering,” in the on-line exhibit The Spirit of Resilience presented by The Healing Power of Art and Artists, an initiative of Manhattan Arts International.
New Principal for Bells Mill Elementary
With a new principal and new assistant principal, Bells Mill Elementary School is ready to start this new school year with enthusiasm for education, parent collaboration and social emotional growth for all students.
Victor Esch and Brendan Esch: Heroics by Father and Son in Potomac
On the morning of April 15, 2020, Chief Victor Esch of the Bethesda Fire Department distinguished himself for outstanding courage and dedication to duty.
New Wayside Principal Inspired by Love of Learning
Holly Hill newly named to principal at Wayside.
A lifelong love of learning led Holly Hill, newly named principal at Wayside Elementary School, to become a teacher and stay in education as a career.
Church Damaged By Flood in Potomac
Historic Scotland AME Zion Church hopes to rebuild for the future.
Driving by Scotland AME Zion Church on Seven Locks Road, the building looks pretty much the same as it has for the last 50 years.
Volunteers Work to Clean Trash Along C&O Canal
Potomac resident Allen Gorrelick runs along the path above the C&O Canal near Angler’s Inn about three times a week.
Potomac Community Village Celebrates Eight Years
Potomac Community Village marked its 8th birthday June 23 and threw a party to celebrate.
Potomac Author Uses Novel Approach for Book Launch
Just in time for a good summer read, Potomac author Aimee Agresti planned to introduce her new novel, The Summer Set, in all the usual ways.
Potomac High School and College Seniors Please Share
High school and college seniors are invited to tell their graduation story for the Potomac Almanac’s June 10 issue.
Yarnbombing Adorns Potomac Footbridge
Bridge Decorations Remind Walkers to Smile During Hard Times.
First to appear on the railings of the footbridge on Falls Road just across from Falls Bridge Road were two large yarn balls. Soon other items were hanging along the railings and people started to notice.