1. Good Neighbor Day: Statement from the organizer: Part of being a “good neighbor” means considering the health of those in our community. With that in mind, we have made the difficult decision to postpone Good Neighbor Day 2020. Our partners and planning committee made a collective decision based on guidelines advising social distancing and […]
If you have questions or concerns about COVID-19, do not call 9-1-1, unless it’s an emergency. Call our hotline instead: 301-883-6627. Do not show up at the doctor’s without calling first. For up to date information, visit: health.mypgc.us/coronavirus #PGCCOVID19 ———————————————————————— Si tiene preguntas o inquietudes sobre COVID-19, no llame al 9-1-1, a menos que sea […]
The City of College Park continues to prepare for and monitor the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak. The City is following Centers for Disease Control and state and county health departments guidance to ensure we are aware of the latest information and recommended action for our area. As of March 12, 2020 there are 12 confirmed cases of COVID-19 […]
UMD Classes Moving Online The University will have reduced operations the week of March 23, 2020, and will be moving to an online environment starting March 30, 2020 and continuing at least to April 10, 2020. Click here for more information. Also, UMBC, Towson, Salisbury, American extend spring breaks as area coronavirus cases are mounting. […]
The Center is located on the City’s property at 4601 Calvert Road. In return for leasing the property at no cost to the University, City residents not affiliated with the University have priority for 14 slots at the Center. City residents who are affiliated with the University are also given priority. Family Information Sessions are […]
STATEMENT – MARCH 6, 2020 CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and state and county health departments in Maryland and the greater Washington D.C. area are closely monitoring the outbreak of respiratory illness caused by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The City of College Park is monitoring information from local health departments to […]
YOU’RE INVITED to the 5th Annual Seniors ART SHOW AND RECEPTION, Friday, March 13, 2020, 4 pm – 8 pm, UMD Catholic Student Center, 4141 Guilford Dr, College Park 20740 Featured works include paintings, photographs, pottery and sculpture, textiles, needle and fabric art. Some art work will be available for purchase. For more information, contact College Park Arts Exchange info@cpae.org, 301-927-3013. This is […]
Good news! The City has made the necessary arrangements to enable the use of the Recreation Side of the Youth and Family Services (YFS, at 4912 Nantucket Rd) building space for meetings, on the schedule shown below. The following information is now posted on City’s website: Rental at YFS – Recreation Side, 4912 Nantucket Road, is arranged […]
[The following information came from the office of County Councilmember Tom Dernoga (District 1)] The recent update on the coronavirus from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) is causing concern throughout the Country, and those concerns are valid. The CDC and Prince George’s County Health Department are closely monitoring the outbreak of the coronavirus. The outbreak first started […]
Over a year ago, we started the monthly community police meeting at the MoM’s Café, with a goal to bring our hard-working police officers closer to the community members. Over the past months, more and more residents started to take part in these meetings. Unfortunately, the small space at the MoM’s Café proved to be […]
Yesterday, the PG Parks told us that they have discontinued further tree work until further review. The representatives from the Airport and M-NCPCC were asked to attend this week’s City Council meeting to respond to City’s concerns about excessive tree removal. Many Council members including me asked questions about M-NCPPC and Airport’s lack of transparency […]
Mark your calendar- March 7, 2020 10am-2pm at College Park Nursery School St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 4512 College Ave. Join us for College Park Nursery School’s annual Fun Fair! Our Silent Auction and Raffle tables are packed with a range of items and experiences. Enjoy music, delicious food, and baked goods. Kids will have a […]
At tonight’s meeting, the Council will consider approving this year’s Community Service Grants as follows: to the following organizations in College Park. Embry Center for Family Life for the B.O.O.S.T program in the amount of $2,500 Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for the Safe Haven program in the amount of $2,500 the National Museum of Language […]
Once again, the College Park Scholars in Action will be hosting the Tech literacy event on February 29 at Davis Hall. It’s a great event where students in UMD’s information systems-related programs provide free tech support to City residents. All are welcome, but the event is especially intended for seniors.
The Maryland State Department of Transportation is currently constructing the 16.2-mile Purple Line light rail system which will provide an alternate mode of transportation between Bethesda to New Carrollton. The Purple Line will provide public transportation to various subway stations across Montgomery and Prince George’s County’s without having to travel into the District of Columbia […]
Dr. Fazlul Kabir is a five-term City Council Member of the City of College Park District 1.