The Mill Creek Towne Garden Club in Derwood, Maryland was established in 1968 with the mission to stimulate and increase knowledge and interest in all facets of gardening among amateurs, establish an active community beautification program and to encourage civic beautification, and foster group activities for the benefit of the members and the community. The garden club also landscapes and maintains the Mill Creek Towne entrances and common areas.
Maryland Native Plant Society Annual Conference Saturday, September 12- Sunday, September 13
The Maryland Native Plant Society's fall conference features speakers and field trips to learn more about our native plants and their habitats. Discover the unique landscapes of Maryland’s Piedmont and Western Coastal Plain from globally rare ecosystems such as magnolia bogs to the resilient and prevalent oak-hickory forests.
Day 1 | Saturday, September 12 | University of Maryland, College Park
Presentations by distinguished speakers Field trips and workshops, on or relatively near campus Poster session and reception Native plant sale (open 10 AM – 2 PM, public welcome) Evening presentation and dinner
We’re inviting Homeowner and Community Association leaders and property managers to join DEP and Department of Permitting Services (DPS) on Wednesday, July 22, from 2-4 p.m. for an HOA workshop. Attendees will learn about community resources, County programs, regulations, initiatives, and opportunities available to HOAs and CAs.
Do you have questions about sustainability, energy efficiency, solar, recycling, building energy performance standards, and stormwater management? Join us this Wednesday to get your questions answered by County professionals.
Registration link: bit.ly/4fJhFZL Date: Wednesday, July 22 Time: 2-4 p.m. Location: Gaithersburg Library (18330 Montgomery Village Avenue, Gaithersburg)
This webinar is part of the nationwide Less Lawn More Life Challenge, a free 12-week program helping people turn everyday outdoor spaces into thriving habitats through simple, expert-led weekly actions.
Join thousands across the country learning how to support pollinators, birds, biodiversity, and healthier ecosystems right at home. Participants receive access to live events, practical resources, and the free Wildr Score ecological yard assessment tool.