This is the Winding Orchard Community Association’s web site for the Winding Orchard neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. Check back often for information regarding neighborhood news and events.
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The WOCA Board is working to renovate the entrance signage at Old Randolph Road. As many of you have noticed, the current walls are in poor condition falling apart and in need of cleaning and landscaping.
We’re excited to share that Montgomery County has awarded us a $5,000 grant through the Mid-County Placemaking Grant program to support this effort and help strengthen our neighborhood identity.
We’ve also received quotes to completely rebuild the entrance walls, and we’re now launching a donation campaign to make this project a reality.
With 200 homes in our community, if each household contributes $100 or more if you’re able, we’ll reach our goal and create a beautiful, lasting improvement that benefits our neighborhood.
For years, the Board has received feedback from the neighborhood that the entrances need to be replaced, and now, thanks to the grant from the county, we have the ability to be responsive to the wishes of the community, but we still need additional help from our neighbors to get us over the finish line.
Please consider donating to help us reach our goal. Every contribution big or small makes a difference!
Let’s come together and make a positive, visible impact on our community.
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Thank you for your support,
Please save the date for our WOCA Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting – April 3rd!
Wednesday April 3rd at the Glenallan ES All Purpose Room.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the program will begin at 7:15 p.m.
Virtual attendance via Zoom will be offered
Confirmed Speakers
– PO3 Katie Beard, MCPD District Community Engagement Officer
– Natali Fani-González, Montgomery County Councilmember
– WOCA Board Update
Raffle Alert
Pay your annual WOCA membership dues by April 3rd (including in-person at the Annual Meeting) and you’ll be entered in a raffle to win a prize! The winner will be drawn at the Annual Meeting.
Annual WOCA Membership Drive
To confirm if you have already submitted your WOCA dues, email Michelle Bandes at
– Recommended dues are $25 per household
– Venmo @WindingOrchard-CitizensAssn
– Check/cash dropped off at 1620 Billman Lane
Interested in getting involved?
We’re looking for volunteers to participate on the Board and to help with WOCA activity planning and coordination. Contact Nancy Ortiz (nancy.nelson@alumni.virginia.edu) for more information on how to get involved!
Last Paper Newsletter:
This will be the last paper newsletter distributed to your homes. In an effort to embrace sustainability and streamline communication, we encourage you to join our neighborhood Listserv for future updates. Alternatively, for those who prefer a physical copy, limited editions will be available at the free little libraries on Winding Waye and Arbor View. Thank you for your understanding as we make this transition to more eco-friendly and efficient means of keeping our community connected.
Upcoming Events:
February 12: Meet the Board @ Stained Glass Pub 5-7
February 14: Secret Valentine!
March: Clean up Old Randolph Road
April: Annual WOCA Meeting
Spring Plant Swap
More details will be sent through the listserv.
Join the Listserv!
1. Go to www.windingorchard.org/community-email-list/
2. Fill out form at the bottom of the page.
Be a Member of the Board:
Join the Winding Orchard Community Association board and be a part of our close-knit neighborhood. Your involvement is crucial in enhancing our community’s quality of life, organizing events, and addressing shared concerns. Together, let’s make Winding Orchard an even better place to call home! Email board@windingorchard.org if you are interested in joining the board.
Thank you, George!
Join us on February 12th from 5-7 at Stained Glass Pub to express our gratitude to George, who has stepped down as WOCA president after 13 years. As we bid farewell to his official role, we’ll welcome the new president, Nancy Ortiz. Your leadership, George, has left a lasting impact, and we wish you the very best. This informal gathering is a chance to meet the new president and the rest of the board, share food and drink, and celebrate our community.
Our Community in Action:
Thanks to everyone who contributed to filling 88 shoeboxes with winter necessities for So Others Might Eat (SOME). Special thanks to Brownie Troop 31075 for donating 10 additional boxes, joining over 4,000 received by SOME this winter, surpassing their goal of 1,000. Kudos to our community volunteers who donated, gathered supplies, wrapped boxes, managed inventory, and delivered them to SOME. Your support is invaluable! Please SAVE YOUR SHOEBOXES for 2024; contact beth.plewa@gmail.com for pick-up arrangements throughout the year.
This holiday season, our neighborhood united to support Glenallan families in need. Residents collaborated to spread joy and provide assistance, ensuring warmth and generosity for Glenallan Families. This collective effort not only brought smiles but also strengthened community bonds, showcasing the power of neighbors supporting each
Let’s not forget to pick up after our pet friends and keep Winding Orchard’s sidewalks clear.
On August 27th, dozens of neighbors gathered to celebrate the end of the summer and celebrate the beginning of the school year. The kiddos enjoyed a foam machine, while the adults enjoyed conversation, food, drinks, and yard games.Thank you to the planners and attendees. A great time was had by all. See you next year!
Winding Orchard Home Renovations Tour – November 12, 2022 — Several neighbors are inviting us into their homes to help other owners get renovation ideas. Watch your inbox for sign-ups if you’d like to take a tour.
Halloween Costume Parade – Saturday, October 29 at 1pm — Meet at 12605 Garden Gate Road where the parade will begin. Spectators are invited to gather along the middle areas of Billman and Arbor View Roads to cheer on the walkers!
Trick-or-Treating – Monday, October 31 — Neighbors who give out candy normally leave their front light on and for more info about safe trick-or-treating visit: https://www.safekids.org/halloween.
Montgomery County Events Calendar – Visit https://events.visitmontgomery.com/ for the full listing of events happening around Montgomery County. There’s something for everyone; art exhibits, guided trail walks, pumpkin picking, to yappy hour.
WOCF Neighborhood Charity EventsLike in years past, the neighborhood will come together to support members of the greater Silver Spring community. In November, we’ll gather items for shoeboxes for So Others Might Eat (SOME). In December, we will adopt Glenallen Elementary School families to help make their holiday season special. Monitor your inboxes for a volunteer call and Amazon Wish Lists.
Keep WOCF strong via your annual donation:
– Recommended donations are at least $25
– Pay via Venmo @WindingOrchard-CitizensAssn
– Check
To confirm if you have already submitted your WOCF dues for 2022, email Erin at erinmarietoomey@gmail.com.
Thank you WOCF sponsors for supporting:
– Entrance upkeep and maintenance
– Annual meetings
– Graduation, Back to School, Halloween, and other events
– WOCF Little Free Library (Please leave book donations @ 1616 Arbor View)
Clare, Lily, Delores, John, Matt, Ellisa, Nieves, Tina, Samantha, and Melissa pitched in to clean up the entrances to our neighborhood at Garden Gate! Thank you so much for giving your time and energy to making it look amazing! Also, a big shout out to the Newsomes for picking up and delivering the mulch!
If you are so inclined to help in the maintenance, some pesky weeds have intruded already, 5 minutes goes a long way! Thank you all for what you do to keep our neighborhood beautiful.
Back to School Drive
Back to school supplies are being collected at the 4th District Station between July 1 and August 13. Please leave all brand new items in the “Back to School” box in the lobby at 2300 Randolph Road.
4th District Youth Advisory Board
This board is designed to provide high school students with the opportunity to engage with members of Montgomery County Police. Members meet monthly with the commander to discuss current and relative issues of mutual respect. The primary function is to promote trust and understanding between MCPD and youth.
Members can earn SSL hours, advise the commander on youth concerns, participate in community activities, and be a positive agent in the community.
Contact Sergeant Emendu if interested. Call 240-773-5581 or email ijeoma.enendu@montgomerycountymd.gov.
End of Summer Celebration
We only have a few more weeks of summer and a group of your fellow neighbors are working hard to plan another great community event on August 27 from 11-4 on Arbor View Terrace. As we’ve done in years past, we’ll have food and activities for kids and adults!
Community Event – September TBD
Halloween Parade and Trick or Treat – October 31
Keep WOCF strong via your annual donation:
– Recommended donations are at least $25
– Pay via Venmo @WindingOrchard-CitizensAssn
– Check
To confirm if you have already submitted your WOCF dues for 2022, email Erin at erinmarietoomey@gmail.com.
Thank you WOCF sponsors for supporting:
– Entrance upkeep and maintenance
– Annual meetings
– Graduation, Back to School, Halloween, and other events
– WOCF Little Free Library (Please leave book donations @ 1616 Arbor View)
January 28, 2020 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Brookside Gardens.
We’ll discuss upcoming events and ideas related to Winding Orchard and hear from local officials. Invitees include County Executive Marc Elrich, Council President Nancy Navarro, local public safety officers, and more.
This is a great way to meet your neighbors and discuss ways to improve our already beautiful neighborhood. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. See you all there.
