Montgomery County will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15 with a Wheaton festival, community recognitions, library programs and other events highlighting Hispanic and Latino heritage and contributions.
Hispanic and Latino residents account for 21.7% of Montgomery County’s population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey.
The Wheaton Hispanic Heritage Month Unity Festival will take place Saturday, September 19, from noon–4pm at Marian Fryer Town Plaza, located at 2425 Reedie Dr. County Executive Marc Elrich is scheduled to participate…