County Regresses to Substantial Transmission of COVID-19; Board of Health Regulation Cites Resumption of Indoor Mask Mandate Starting at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021 Dr. James Bridgers, acting County health officer, notified the Montgomery County Council today that the County returned to “substantial transmission” of COVID-19 based on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. This change means that the Board of Health regulation mandating masks be worn indoors will resume on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 12:01 a.m. According to the Board of Health regulation, if the County’s rate of transmission is measured as substantial for seven consecutive days, the indoor mask mandate returns.
Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade Coming Up Saturday, Nov. 20
Looking for a safe and fun outdoor family event for the holidays? The Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade will usher in the holiday season on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. The parade kicks off with the thrilling sounds of marching bands, spinners with gold and orange hoops and streamers, and Thanksgiving-themed costumes and units, as well as a 12-foot turkey. Brian van de Graaff, ABC7 meteorologist, will be returning as the parade emcee.
Wounded Warrior Tennis, Inc.
Mental health issues are prevalent amongst those who feel isolated, which can lead to severe depression and suicide. Adaptive Tennis US strives to utilize the game of tennis to help those who feel disenfranchised to gain a sense of belonging, and to develop the confidence within themselves to better reintegrate within society. Our organization teaches the game of tennis from the novice to the advanced player, treating each participant as an individual with specific adaptive requirements. We use a program that involves a warm up segment, stroke mechanics, and game play; all involving positive reinforcement.
YMCA and Vet Centers Host Veteran Outreach Event
FREDERICK, MARYLAND–The YMCA and Vet Centers will be partnering to host a Veteran Outreach Event to promote the services available to Veterans in Frederick County and surrounding areas.
Fort Detrick Turkey Trot 5k
A 5K run on Ft. Detrick roads and grounds where the participants can dress up in Thanksgiving themed costumes
Free Tickets To Weinberg Center Events Available for Area Veterans
The Weinberg has a program you may be familiar with called Vets’ Night Out, which provides free tickets to Weinberg Center events for area veterans. This is made possible through a generous grant from the Delaplaine Foundation. We hope this program will not only help us thank our local veterans for their service, but that it will also provide a social, arts-based activity to boost camaraderie in the local veteran community.
Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence Workshops
Join the Tramautic Brain Injury Center of Excellence on November 17th for a virtual workshop on Improving Relationships after TBI. This educational session is for caregivers of active-duty service members and veterans who have sustained a TBI. In addition to sharing caregiver resources and current research initiatives, webinar topics will also include relationship building strategies, improving communication and addressing intimacy after TBI.
DVNF VETERAN’S GRAB AND GO EVENT
https://dvnfveteransfair.ticketleap.com/fall21/ Registration Preferred: *Veterans Must Bring Veteran ID or DD214
KICK UP YOUR HEELS! 1ST ANNUAL CCVIP BOOTS AND BLUE JEANS BARNDANCE
Keynote Speaker: Elizabeth McCormick CW2 (RET), former Army Blackhawk Pilot, named as one of the TOP 30 Motivational Speakers in the World.
HEROES ROCK BENEFIT CONCERT
Hosted by PLATOON 22 FEATURING COMEDIAN CHRIS MONTY&THE REAGAN YEARS HEROES ROCK BENEFIT CONCERT Mark your calendars and join us on Veteran's Day to celebrate community Veterans and benefit Platoon 22 with an evening of fun! November 11, 2021 VIP Experience starts at 4 pm Concert starts at 5 pm Tickets Starting at $30 EVENT LOCATION Walkers Overlook 8939 Woodsboro Pike Walkersville, MD 21793