• Where Wildlife Thrives: Community Recognition Social

    Friends House is proud to be officially recognized as a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation and a Certified Member of the Homegrown National Park! Join us as we unveil our new certifications and gather to reflect on what it means to live in harmony with nature. 3:45 p.m. – Unveiling Ceremony Outside […]

  • Friday Farmers Market at Friends House

    Every Friday at 12 PM | Front Entrance, Friends House Campus Each Friday during the growing season, Friends House hosts a weekly farm stand right at our front entrance, welcoming residents and local neighbors to shop for the freshest in-season vegetables. The stand is run by Sandy Spring Gardens, a nearby farm located just two […]

  • Fire Safety Matters with Montgomery County Fire & Rescue

    Join us for an informative session on how to stay safe, prepared, and confident in the event of a fire. Whether you're new to the community or have lived here for years, this is a valuable opportunity to learn directly from the experts about smart fire prevention tips, evacuation procedures, and practical tools to keep […]

  • Step Into Lodge Living – RSVP Only

    Friends House | Maple Lodge 17201 Quaker Lane, Sandy Spring, MD, United States

    Discover what makes Lodge Living at Friends House unique. These RSVP-only open houses are your opportunity to tour our Lodge residences, learn about life on our campus, and secure your spot on our Circle of Friends Future Residents List. Our Lodge homes are in high demand, and our last two were recently reserved, so take […]

  • Elephant Shop September Sale

    Friends House | Elephant Shop 17340 Quaker Lane | C Wing, Sandy Spring, MD, United States

    After our Summer break in August, the Elephant Shop is re-opening on Tuesday, September 2.  Regular hours, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, in C Wing.  And, to celebrate, we’re having a BIG SALE on Saturday, September 6. Clothing will be $1.00 (winter coats ½ price) Furniture and antiques ½ price. Accepting cash and checks and looking […]

  • Friday Farmers Market at Friends House

    Every Friday at 12 PM | Front Entrance, Friends House Campus Each Friday during the growing season, Friends House hosts a weekly farm stand right at our front entrance, welcoming residents and local neighbors to shop for the freshest in-season vegetables. The stand is run by Sandy Spring Gardens, a nearby farm located just two […]

  • Step Into Lodge Living – RSVP Only

    Friends House | Maple Lodge 17201 Quaker Lane, Sandy Spring, MD, United States

    Discover what makes Lodge Living at Friends House unique. These RSVP-only open houses are your opportunity to tour our Lodge residences, learn about life on our campus, and secure your spot on our Circle of Friends Future Residents List. Our Lodge homes are in high demand, and our last two were recently reserved, so take […]

  • RECYCLING PRESENTATION

    Friends House , United States

    Presented by the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection Friends House Retirement Community | Miller Center Friends House is proud to host this special presentation as part of our commitment to environmental stewardship. Representatives from the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection will share practical guidance on what materials are accepted, how to avoid common […]

  • Loving Nature and Reversing the Extinction Crisis with Digital Mapping and Community Action

    Friends House , United States

    Join Friends House for an inspiring evening with Dr. Dennis Liu, Vice President of Education at the E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation and Advisory Board Member of Homegrown National Park. Dr. Liu will share how community action and digital mapping can help reverse the extinction crisis and protect biodiversity for generations to come. His work highlights […]

  • Step Into Lodge Living – RSVP Only

    Friends House | Maple Lodge 17201 Quaker Lane, Sandy Spring, MD, United States

    Discover what makes Lodge Living at Friends House unique. These RSVP-only open houses are your opportunity to tour our Lodge residences, learn about life on our campus, and secure your spot on our Circle of Friends Future Residents List. Our Lodge homes are in high demand, and our last two were recently reserved, so take […]

  • Step Into Lodge Living – RSVP Only

    Friends House | Maple Lodge 17201 Quaker Lane, Sandy Spring, MD, United States

    Discover what makes Lodge Living at Friends House unique. These RSVP-only open houses are your opportunity to tour our Lodge residences, learn about life on our campus, and secure your spot on our Circle of Friends Future Residents List. Our Lodge homes are in high demand, and our last two were recently reserved, so take […]

  • Step Into Lodge Living – RSVP Only

    Friends House | Maple Lodge 17201 Quaker Lane, Sandy Spring, MD, United States

    Discover what makes Lodge Living at Friends House unique. These RSVP-only open houses are your opportunity to tour our Lodge residences, learn about life on our campus, and secure your spot on our Circle of Friends Future Residents List. Our Lodge homes are in high demand, and our last two were recently reserved, so take […]