It's Olney Time

Meet the Groups That Make Olney Happen!

Sunday, October 4 | 9 a.m.–1 p.m. | Olney Farmers & Artists Market

Ever wonder who makes things happen in Olney? Here’s your chance to find out!

Stop by the Olney Farmers & Artists Market on Sunday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to meet representatives from organizations and nonprofits that help make our community a great place to live, work, and play.

Come say hello, learn about the good work these groups are doing, and discover how you can get involved. And there’s a little extra fun: each organization you visit will give you a raffle ticket for a chance to win some great prizes!

Who will you meet?  We’re bringing together a terrific collection of organizations serving the Olney area, including:

• The Women’s Board – Supporting MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
• Olney Civic Fund
• Greater Olney Civic Association
• Olney Chamber of Commerce
• Good Vibes Olney
• Olney Boys & Girls Club
• Green Olney
• Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary
• Olney HELP
• Olney Lions Club
• Sandy Spring Lions Club
• Rotary Club of Olney
• Olney Town Center Advisory Committee
• MedStar Montgomery Medical Center
• Olney Farmers & Artists Market
• Greater Olney Rides
• Winter Growth
• Sandy Spring Museum
• Manna Food Center
• For 3 Sisters
• Greater Olney Toastmasters

So, who makes Olney happen?

Who puts on events like Olney Days, National Night Out, the Strawberry Festival, and Community Night?

Who keeps an eye on development plans in and around our community? Who provides food, transportation, activities, support, and opportunities for people who need them? Who helps maintain the Welcome to Olney sign at Routes 108 and 97?

The answer is: a whole lot of volunteers and community organizations!

This is your opportunity to meet some of the people behind the scenes, learn about their missions, and find out how you can lend a hand.

Bring a friend, grab a coffee, stroll through the market, and discover the many ways you can be part of making Olney happen.