Washington County Health Department

100 Miler Walking Group
2019-03-23 09:00 - 09:45, 2019-03-16 09:00 - 09:45, 2019-03-09 09:00 - 09:45, 2019-03-02 09:00 - 09:45 (America/New_York) | Hagerstown Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Hosted by Mary McPherson, with the Washington County Health Department, the walking group will meet outside of the Fit Room (532 N.Cannon Avenue, Hagerstown) and walk the 1 mile loop around the perimeter of Fairgrounds Park.
Spaces are free and unlimited, but we encourage everyone to register here
Questions? Email: ariley@hagerstownmd.org

In case of inclement weather, check the Hagerstown Parks and Recreation Facebook Page for updates & cancellations.

Substance Abuse Awareness Parent Night
2019-03-20 18:00 - 20:00 | South Hagerstown High School, 1101 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
All parents, guardians and students (18 and older) are encouraged to attend and learn about what every parent/guardian should know about substance abuse.
When: Wednesday March 20 form 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm
Where: South Hagerstown High School

Presentations will be given by the Washington County Health Department Prevention Services, and Maryland Coalition of Families, and a tour of H.O.P.E. House (Heroin Overdose Prevention Effort) will be given.
A light dinner will be provided by the Washington County Public Schools

Any questions, please contact Holly Luther at holly.luther@maryland.gov or 240-313-3374 or Heather Williams at willheat@wcps.k12.md.us or 301-766-8609
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/552618515250418/

WCHD Closed
2019-02-18 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The health department is closed Monday February 18th for President’s Day.

WCHD Closed
2019-01-21 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The health department is closed Monday January 21st for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

WCHD Closed
2019-01-01 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The health department is closed Tuesday January 1st for New Year’s Day.

WCHD Closed
2018-12-25 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The health department is closed Tuesday December 25th for Christmas Day.

WCHD Closed
2018-12-24 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The health department is closed Monday December 24th for Christmas Eve.

2018-12-08 10:30 - 16:30 | Washington County Free Library, 100 S Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Open enrollment is Nov. 1–Dec. 15 for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2019. Marylanders can now view 2019 plans and prices at MarylandHealthConnection.gov or through the free Enroll MHC mobile app. And this year, there is some big news: many health plan rates are lower. Marylanders can call us today to schedule an appointment with a navigator in Washington County at: 888 202-0212
**Maryland Health Connection are also providing “Last Chance” events, Marylanders can ask questions and enroll in coverage with the help of trained navigators. More information is available at MarylandHealthConnection.gov/LastChance. Don’t wait, Washington county event takes place on Saturday, December 8th, 2018**
Washington County Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown MD 21740
Dec. 8, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
People who would like to apply should bring the following:

Social Security numbers (or document numbers for any legal immigrants who need insurance)
Photo ID
Birthdates and general information about you and your family members who also are applying for health coverage
Policy numbers for any current health insurance
Employer and income information for everyone in your family (for example, from pay stubs, W-2 forms or wage and tax statements)
Information about any job-related health insurance available to your family

Nine out of 10 people who enrolled through Maryland Health Connection this year received financial help. Consumers may find their cost of coverage in 2019 is similar to or even less than this year.

Beat the Rush - Health Insurance Enrollment
2018-11-10 10:30 - 16:00 | Washington County Free Library, 100 S Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Open enrollment is Nov. 1–Dec. 15 for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2019. Marylanders can now view 2019 plans and prices at MarylandHealthConnection.gov or through the free Enroll MHC mobile app. And this year, there is some big news: many health plan rates are lower. Marylanders can call us today to schedule an appointment with a navigator in Washington County at: 888 202-0212
**Maryland Health Connection are also providing “Beat the Rush” events, Marylanders can ask questions and enroll in coverage with the help of trained navigators. More information is available at MarylandHealthConnection.gov/BeatTheRush. Don’t wait, Washington county event takes place on Saturday, November 10th, 2018**
Washington County Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown MD 21740
Nov. 10, 10:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

BabyPalooza
2018-11-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Bester Elementary School, 385 Mill St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
An exciting free festival celebrating young families and expectant mothers. Attendees will enjoy many wonderful opportunities including but not limited to resources, prizes, lunch, family activities and free family portraits.
And don’t forget to stop by our tables to learn about all the services we have to offer!

Drug Takeback Event
2018-10-27 10:00 - 14:00 | WCHD Behavioral Health, 925 N Burhans Blvd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
October 27• 10:00AM – 2:00PM
To be held at the Behavioral Health Building (in the parking lot) – 925 North Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD
Sponsored by: Project ACT NOW, DEA and the Hagerstown Police Department
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Citizens are encouraged to drop off unused and expired medications. Medications will be placed in a secure container. All personal information will be kept confidential. You may also remove all personally identifiable information from medicine bottles or containers.
Acceptable Items

Prescription medications
Over the counter medications
Medical samples
Pet medications
Medicated ointments/lotions

Non-Acceptable Items

Themometers
IV bags
Blood or infectious waste
Oxygen tanks
Diabetic syringes

For more information please contact the Hagerstown Police Department at 301-790-7300 or Bridget Moser at WCHD 240-313-3377 (TTY 240-313-3391)

Hope Day
2018-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Municipal Stadium, 274 E. Memorial Blvd, Hagerstown, MD, 21470, United States
Area churches and organizations are coming together to show love and share hope with Hagerstown. Join us at this great event and enjoy FREE food, music, community resources and more!

BCA-CV's Step 'n Stride Walk
2018-10-20 08:30 - 13:30 | Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Drive, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Join us for Breast Cancer Awareness of Cumberland Valley’s 29th year hosting the Largest Breast Cancer Walk in the Tristate Area!
There will be refreshments, quick and easy registration, breast cancer survivor tent, team banner contest, team photos, floor exercises, health exhibitors & we couldn’t forget our Pink Store!
Walkers have the option to walk on the indoor track or outdoors around the HCC Loop. It is FREE participate in our walk. However, if you would like an event T-Shirt – they are asking for a minimum donation of $100.
All money raised from the Step ‘n Stride event will support our local community in the fight against breast cancer.
To register and for more details about this event visit: https://www.bcacv.org/step-n-stride/register

Harvest Hoedown
2018-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Hagerstown Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Come join us for a day of fun activities such as a children’s Hay Maze, Scarecrow Making, Balloon Bending, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo, Pumpkin Painting, Barrel Cart Rides & Hay Rides, Rock Climbing, and food and craft vendors!
Stop by our table to learn about all the wonderful programs and services we have to offer!

Walk Maryland Day
2018-10-10 12:00 - 12:30 | Hagerstown Cultural Trail, 36 W Antietam St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Come take a walk on the Hagerstown Cultural Tail at lunch time! The walk starts at noon at the Antietam St. trail entrance. All participants will receive a miniature Maryland flag! The walk will take about 30 minutes.
Walk Maryland Day Flyer

View the route here

Western Maryland Black Heritage Festival
2018-10-06 12:00 - 16:00 | Mulberry Lofts Courtyard, 22 North Mulberry Street, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
This event is to promote Black Heritage in the community and increase equity of resources to the Black Community here in Western Maryland by funding 3 Scholarships specifically for the Black Community. The event will have entertainment provided by KINFOLK and more information to come soon about specific performers. Food is included in your donation of $10 minimum which all goes to fund the 3 Scholarships described below.
There will be several vendors there, including us, so stop on by and see what the health department has to offer you!

Washington County Citizens' Emergency Preparedness Day
2018-09-29 10:00 - 14:00 | MD
September is “National Preparedness Month” Learn how to keep your family safe in the event of a real emergency!

Join Washington County Emergency Management Corps and Lowe’s Home Improvement Store #0471 on Saturday September 29, 2018 for a day of preparedness information, demonstrations, free raffle drawings, free food, hands-on activities for kids, and MORE!

Stop by our tables to learn about all the wonderful programs we have to offer. FREE and confidential HIV testing will be available at this event for all those who are interested.

South Side Community Block Party
2018-09-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Hagerstown City Park Band Shell, 501 Virginia Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Join us at the Hagerstown City Park Band Shell for carnival games, train rides, laser tag, local resources and special guests The Soul Rebels and The Chuck Brown Band.
Stop by our tables to learn about all the wonderful programs we have to offer. FREE and confidential HIV testing will be available at this event for all those who are interested.

2018 Healthy Families Festival
2018-09-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Family Healthcare of Hagerstown, 201 S. Cleveland Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740
Join us at this year’s Healthy Families Festival to learn about the great resources available in Washington County, and for fun activities, health screenings, cooking demos, prizes, giveaways and more!

Stop by our tables to learn about all the wonderful programs we have to offer. FREE and confidential HIV testing will be available at this event for all those who are interested.

Walk with a Cop
2018-09-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Hagerstown Cultural Trail, 36 W Antietam St, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Join the Washington County Health Department and the Hagerstown Police Department for a walk on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail
Talk with a Hagerstown police officer and learn about safety in Hagerstown
Friday September 14, 2018
5:30 PM
Meet on the steps of the District Courthouse
36 West Antietam Street
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Remembrance in the Park
2018-09-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Hagerstown City Park, 501 Virginia Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Remembrance of September 11, 2001
A Tribute to our Fallen Heroes
Hagerstown City Park
September 10, 2018 – 6:00pm
Tribute
You are invited to attend the annual “Remembrance In The Park” memorial ceremony in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens at Hagerstown City Park. It is a time when we honor those who currently serve, or have served, in the military, law enforcement, and emergency services and the citizens who volunteer to keep our community a safer and more prepared place in which to live.
This memorial ceremony will also honor our fallen heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, to keep our community safe and protect the citizens of Washington County, by the reading of each name followed by the tolling of the bell for each fallen hero.
Music will be provided beginning at 5:45 pm by the New Horizons Band – Hagerstown.
Walk of Honor
The Walk of Honor is an area in Tribute Gardens where bricks are laid in remembrance, or in honor, of those who have made a positive difference in serving and supporting our community at a time of crises. The 2018 bricks that have been placed by organizations and loved ones to honor, or in memory of, outstanding citizens will be unveiled.
Processional
A processional of responder apparatus will enter the Hagerstown City Park just prior to the beginning of the ceremony.
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Health Department Closed
2018-09-03 | MD
The health department will be closed for Labor Day.

Washington Goes Purple 2nd Annual Recovery Walk
2018-09-01 12:00 - 15:00 | Bridge of Life, 14 S Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740
Join us for the 2nd Annual Recovery Walk as we celebrate recovery of all forms, decorate downtown with purple ribbons and bows and enjoy music by DJ Sidekick.

Vendors with be set up at Bridge of Life Church, so be sure to stop by our table to learn about Washington County Health Department’s Harm Reduction and Syringe Services Program!
Check out the Facebook Event here
Learn more about Washington Goes Purple check at www.washingtongoespurple.com

Washington Goes Purple Kickoff
2018-08-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Hagerstown City Park, 501 Virginia Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Click here to view the event on Facebook
Join us as we kick off September and the official month that Washington Goes Purple literally GOES PURPLE! Homes, government buildings, businesses and more will turn their lights purple to show solidarity across the county. As we kick off the educational month for our kids, we will also recognize the 2018 International Overdose Awareness Day with a vigil in the park, including music and more! And special appearance by Washington Redskin NFL Pro Bowl wide receiver Santana Moss!
The event takes place at City Park 6pm-9pm.
Join Walk with a Cop and walk to the kickoff on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail at 5:30pm. Click here for more information.
Learn more about Washington Goes Purple at washingtongoespurple.com

Washington Goes Purple Joins Walk with a Cop
2018-08-31 17:30 - 18:00 | MD
Click here to see the event on Facebook
Walk on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail with a cop! The walk will end at the Washington Goes Purple Kickoff at City Park.
Washington Goes Purple joins Walk with A Cop flyer
Come ready to:
1. Learn information about substance use and what to do if you witness an overdose from a Hagerstown Police officer.
2. Learn about the safety in the city of Hagerstown.
3. Learn what you should do to keep yourself safe if you want to take a walk in downtown Hagerstown.
4. Enjoy an evening stroll that supports your community!
Where: The walk will start at the corner of West Baltimore and Hood Street on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail (near the Mural of Unusual Size). We will walk to City Park for a candlelight vigil to shine a light on the opioid crisis happening in Washington County.
When: Friday, August 31, 2018
Time: 5:30 PM
Who: Bring your friends and family!
Make sure to wear purple!

Walking Movement Leader Training
2018-08-28 17:30 - 20:30 | WCHD Behavioral Health, 925 N Burhans Blvd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
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WALKING MOVEMENT LEADER TRAINING
Do you enjoy walking, connecting to your neighbors, learning about your community?
Do you have a passion such as art, music, fitness, history, food, etc. and are interested in learning how to shape your passion into a connection-focused walking experience to share with your community?
Join our FREE life@3mph movement by attending this training opportunity!
Become a Walking Movement Leader and learn how to facilitate walks, reach the community, and enjoy the many benefits of moving by foot. Please register and attend a walk event in your area!
Tuesday, August 28th 5:30-8:30 PM
Washington County Health Department Behavioral Health Services
925 North Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown, MD 21742
For more information & to RSVP go to one of the following:
Web: Walk2Connect.com/WalkMaryland
Facebook: @WalkMaryland
Email: Ana@walk2connect.com

Coffee Walk and Talk Walk
2018-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Robinwood Professional Center, 11110 Medical Campus Rd, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Fill up your coffee mug and taste some french pastries with us. We will walk to Safron Bakery, fill our mugs, get some pastries (participants will receive 10% discount at the bakery) and back.
See the flyer
RSVP at walk2connect.com/walkmaryland
