Montgomery College to Celebrate Renovated Library and Resource Center at Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

WHAT: Montgomery College will host a celebration for the grand reopening of its newly renovated Library and Resource Center at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. The event will feature remarks from College leadership, local and state officials, library tours, networking opportunities, and photo moments with community leaders.

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

WHERE: Resource Center (RC) at Montgomery College's Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Address: 7600 Takoma Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912.

Program highlights:

• 10–10:30 a.m.: Guest arrival, photo opportunities, light refreshments, and informal library tours
• 10:30–11:10 a.m.: Formal program with remarks from College leaders and elected officials
• 11:10 a.m.–Noon: Continued library tours, networking, photo opportunities, and refreshments

ORDER OF SPEAKERS (beginning at 10:30 a.m.):

• Dr. Michael Mills, Associate Senior Vice President of Equitable Access and Student Success
• Dr. Jermaine F. Williams, President, Montgomery College
• Mr. Marc B. Elrich, Montgomery County Executive
• Councilmember Sayles, Montgomery County Council
• Delegate David Moon, District 20
• Ms. Clara McBryde, Montgomery College student, Environmental Science and Policy major
• Dr. Deidre Price, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs/College Provost
• Ms. Suzette Spencer, Director of Library and Information Services and Acting Campus Dean, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

WHY: The renovated Library and Resource Center is a hub for student learning, community engagement, and equitable access to academic resources. This reopening marks a new chapter in Montgomery College’s mission to empower students and strengthen the community.