COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Governor O'Malley proclaimed August 5th as "Salvadoran-American Heritage Day in Maryland." Come celebrate at the Salvadoran-American Festival this Sunday, August 5th from noon to 6 p.m. at Wheaton Triangle (2424 Reedie Dr.). Enjoy performances by Salvadoran musical groups, crafts and delicious food.
The event will also include a Health Fair, where more than 20 health care organizations will provide free screenings for cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, osteoporosis, HIV, body mass, as well as vision and dental services. Health information about nutrition, fitness, healthy cooking, family planning and smoking cessation will also be available. You can find more information about the festival here.
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair
The 64th Annual Montgomery County Agricultural Fair will take place at the Montgomery County Fair Grounds in Gaithersburg from August 10th to 18th. This is a wonderful annual event that is fun for the whole family. Find more information on the official website.
Child Safety Seat Inspection
On Thursday, August 16th from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fitzgerald's Auto Mall (5501 Nicholson Lane, Rockville) is offering a free check of the condition and proper installation of child safety seats by specially-trained Fitzgerald staff, Fire & Rescue personnel, and Police. Every child under eight years old must be secured in a federally-approved and correctly used child restraint system (child safety seat or booster seat) when riding in a motor vehicle, unless the child is 4' 9" or taller, or weighs more than 65 pounds. All vehicle passengers under the age of 16 must be restrained by a seat belt.
Board and Commission Vacancies
The County Executive is seeking applications to fill several County Board and Commission vacancies. There is a vacancy on the Wheaton Redevelopment Advisory Committee, which helps advise the Executive and Council on matters related to the revitalization of Wheaton. You can find more information about Executive-appointed vacancies here.
There is also a new vacancy for the County's Charter Review Commission, which is appointed by the County Council. You can learn more about the Charter Review Commission here and find out how to apply by calling Linda Lauer, Clerk of the Council, at 240-777-7979.
Spanish-speaking Election Judges Needed
The Montgomery County Board of Elections needs 12 individuals who are fluent in Spanish to serve as election judges at polling places on Election Day, Tuesday, November 6, 2012. These persons also be able to speak, read,and write English, be registered to vote in the State of Maryland, 18 years of age or older and US citizens. Montgomery County residency is not a pre-requisite to serve. All election judges are compensated for training and election day service. Anyone interested in becoming an election judge should contact the Montgomery County Board of Elections at 240-777-8532, download an election judge questionnaire from www.777vote.org or e-mail Dr. Gilberto Zelaya.
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