Maryam Shahzad

Silver Spring

Reporter at Montgomery Community Media

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Interfaith Team Gears Up For Juneteenth Celebration

1 week ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

Interfaith Team Gears Up For Juneteenth Celebration A local team of eight churches and synagogues is ready to put on its third Juneteenth celebration on Thursday.On Tuesday, MCM attended the final rehearsal before the Route 28/Quince Orchard Interfaith Team presents the program. The event is 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Poplar Grove Baptist Church on Jones Lane in North Potomac. It is open to the public and will also be live-streamed on the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church’s Facebook page.
5 Things to Know Today, June 18, In Montgomery County

1 week ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, June 18, In Montgomery County It’s Wednesday, June 18, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. No Kings Protests: MCM was at multiple “No Kings” protest locations on Saturday, including Silver Spring, Rockville Pike, Olney, and Garrett Park. 2.
Residents Show Up Countywide for 'No Kings' Protests

1 week ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

Residents Show Up Countywide for ‘No Kings’ Protests While a large-scale parade was gearing up in Washington, D.C. on Saturday to celebrate the Army’s anniversary — coinciding with President Donald Trump’s birthday — protesters across the nation, including in Montgomery County, used the day to speak out against the actions of the Trump administration. MCM was at multiple “No Kings” protest locations on Saturday, including Silver Spring, Rockville Pike, Olney, and Garrett Park.
5 Things to Know Today, June 17, In Montgomery County

1 week ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, June 17, In Montgomery County It’s Tuesday, June 17, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Last Day of School: Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students will be dismissed early today for the last day of school. 2.
New Trader Joe's Opens in Rockville

1 week ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

New Trader Joe’s Opens in Rockville Trader Joe’s grocery store is now open at the Square (formerly known as Rockville Town Square) in Rockville. Their newest store is on North Washington Street, where Dawson’s Market was located before closing last year. “They make great food, and we’ve been looking forward to having such an accessible partner coming into the city,” Rockville Mayor Monique Ashton told MCM on Thursday.
Local Black-Owned Businesses Showcased in Rockville

2 weeks ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

Local Black-Owned Businesses Showcased in Rockville Local Black-owned businesses gathered for an expo in Rockville to showcase their offerings on Tuesday. This is the second year for the expo. Tables of exhibitors — including Black-owned businesses and Black-led nonprofits — filled the room at The Universities at Shady Grove. Share About Maryam Shahzad Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media.
5 Things to Know Today, June 11, In Montgomery County

2 weeks ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, June 11, In Montgomery County It’s Wednesday, June 11, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Butler’s Orchard: It started as a small peach stand in 1950 and is now a destination pick-your-own farm — Butler’s Orchard in Germantown celebrates 75 years in business this year. There was a two-day celebration for the 75th anniversary Saturday and Sunday at the farm. MCM stopped by the event Saturday. 2.
Butler’s Orchard Celebrates 75 Years

2 weeks ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

Butler’s Orchard Celebrates 75 Years It started as a small peach stand in 1950 and is now a destination pick-your-own farm — Butler’s Orchard in Germantown celebrates 75 years in business this year. There was a two-day celebration for the 75th anniversary Saturday and Sunday at the farm. MCM stopped by the event Saturday. Share About Maryam Shahzad Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media.
5 Things to Know Today, June 10, In Montgomery County

2 weeks ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, June 10, In Montgomery County It’s Tuesday, June 10, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Adventure Park: The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring was voted a top aerial adventure park in the U.S. for 2025. MCM stopped by the park — known for its aerial forest obstacle course in the trees with climbing and zip lines — to learn the ropes. 2.
5 Things to Know Today, June 9, In Montgomery County

2 weeks ago | mymcmedia.org | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, June 9, In Montgomery County It’s Monday, June 9, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. State Reactivates Conservation Corps: The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Maryland Park Service reactivated 17 members of the Maryland Conservation Corps (MCC), who were laid off in late April after a sudden termination of grant funds by the federal program. 2.