Greenbelt CARES

06/16/2026

School's out, but time flies!

Join us at the City of Greenbelt's Back-to-School Health Fair for:
• Free health screenings
• School supplies & books
• Family resources
• Face painting & activities

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
10am–1pm
Springhill Lake Recreation Center
6101 Cherrywood Lane, Greenbelt, MD 20770

Eligibility: All Greenbelt residents with children attending a Greenbelt elementary or middle school.

Melba Moncada
GAIL Public Health Practice Intern
Office/Text 240-630-1868
Email: [email protected]

Register today: https://bit.ly/43etn7P

06/15/2026

Wednesday, July 1 at 1:30 PM
Finding Your Rhythm
With Erika Johnson
Discover the voices and personalities of percussion instruments with Arts for the Aging Teaching Artist Erika Johnson. Participants will explore the connections between rhythm, emotions, and feelings in their bodies. This workshop is suitable for all abilities and demonstration instruments may include djembe, hand drums, tambourines, guiro, triangle, shakers, cabasa and more!

See you there!

06/15/2026

Get to know your City Council! Stop by, enjoy a snow cone, and share your ideas, questions, and concerns. We also welcome feedback from neighbors who may not be able to attend.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

The City of Greenbelt's GAIL Program is seeking vendors and community sponsors for the 2026 Back to School Health Fair.

Last year's event welcomed more than 200 attendees and connected local families with health services, educational resources, school supplies, and community support.

We are looking for organizations that can provide:
• Health information, education, and resources
• Health screenings for children and families
• Autism and developmental resources
• Nutrition and food assistance information

We are also seeking sponsors to help provide:
• School supplies
• Snacks and juices
• Giveaways

Event Details
August 18, 2026
10:00am – 1:00pm, Set-up 9:00am
Springhill Lake Recreation Center
6101 Cherrywood Lane
Greenbelt, MD 20770

Help local students start the school year healthy, prepared, and ready to learn.

For vendor and sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Melba Moncada
(240) 630-1868
[email protected]

06/03/2026

Stay Connected with GAIL!

The City of Greenbelt's GAIL Program is excited to launch a new bilingual WhatsApp group exclusively for Greenbelt residents.
This private group will provide updates on community resources, programs, events, and important announcements in both English and Spanish. It's a simple way to stay informed and connected to opportunities that support residents of all ages.
To protect everyone's privacy, group chat will not be enabled. Questions can be sent directly to GAIL staff through private message.

Scan the QR code to join today and stay connected with the latest GAIL news and community updates.

¡Manténgase Conectado con GAIL!

El Programa GAIL de la Ciudad de Greenbelt se complace en anunciar el lanzamiento de un nuevo grupo de WhatsApp bilingüe, exclusivo para residentes de Greenbelt.
Este grupo privado compartirá información sobre recursos comunitarios, programas, eventos y anuncios importantes en inglés y español. Es una manera sencilla de mantenerse informado y conectado con oportunidades y servicios disponibles para nuestra comunidad.
Para proteger la privacidad de todos los participantes, el chat grupal no estará habilitado. Si tiene preguntas, puede comunicarse directamente con el personal de GAIL mediante mensaje privado.
Escanee el código QR para unirse hoy y recibir las últimas noticias, recursos y actualizaciones comunitarias de GAIL.

05/20/2026

Discover how we grow through life’s twists and turn Lemons into Lemonade with Joy Jones. Using theater, poetry, and visual art, Joy shows participants how creativity can help transform life’s challenges into colorful self-expression.

05/18/2026

Food Distribution is canceled due to inclement weather on Thursday, May 21.

La distribución de alimentos está cancelada debido a las condiciones climáticas para el jueves 21 de mayo.

05/08/2026

Join us for “Stronger Every Year: A Healthy Aging and Prevention Fair” presented by the Greenbelt Assistance in Living Program (GAIL).

This free community event will focus on healthy aging, wellness, prevention, and staying connected through engaging activities and resources for older adults and caregivers. Participants can explore reflexology, memory screenings, journaling for brain health, essential oils, health screenings, and more!

Date: May 28
Time: 1-4 pm
Location: Greenbelt Community Center
15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 – Ground Floor East

To RSVP, please contact Cesar Herrera at 240-241-0037.

We look forward to bringing the community together for an afternoon focused on health, learning, and well-being.

04/28/2026

Ever wanted to try a Chromebook but didn’t know where to start?
Stop by and explore at your own pace—we’ll be there to help. No experience needed. Tea and coffee available during all sessions.