Silver Spring MD Chapter of The Links, Incorporated

05/21/2026

The Silver Spring (MD) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated was deeply honored to receive the 2026 Chester J. Petranek Community Award presented by the Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras at Strathmore. 💚

Established in 1986 by the MCYO Board of Directors in honor of founder Chester J. Petranek, this award is presented annually to an individual or organization for “outstanding community service in enriching the musical life of the Washington Metropolitan area.”

We are incredibly humbled that our chapter was selected for this recognition through our support of African American youth and our “Classics Through the Ages” initiative, which continues to create opportunities and access for young musicians in our community.

We are grateful to MCYO for this meaningful honor and proud to continue supporting the next generation through the power of music, arts, mentorship, and community.

Congratulations to all of the talented young musicians who inspire us every day. 💚🤍

ClassicsThroughTheAges

05/01/2026

Celebrating the April birthdays of our Silver Spring (MD) Links members. Wishing each of you joy, love, and a beautiful year ahead! 🤍💚

05/01/2026

Huge thanks to all the vendors and sponsors who helped make the 2026 Silver Spring (MD) Black Family Wellness Expo a success!

Your support, energy, and commitment to our community made this event truly special. We appreciate everyone who showed up and showed out.

Hope to see you again next year! 🤍💚🤍💚

04/08/2026

The Arts Facet of the Silver Spring (MD) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated hosted 30 members, friends, and Montgomery College students for a guided tour of the sold-out American Sublime exhibition at the Baltimore Museum of Art, followed by lunch and fellowship at Gertrude’s.

Sherald’s work reminds us of the power of portraiture to tell stories that matter. A highlight was meeting Director Dr. Asma Naeem, the first person of color and Baltimorean to lead the museum.

Links connected to building a healthier community through Arts awareness.

03/27/2026

JOIN US - MARCH 28TH in downtown Silver Spring. Register Today!!

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/t5s8b5kx

03/24/2026

THIS SATURDAY. MARCH 28TH. All Are Welcome!!!

Join us for the Black Family Wellness Expo in Downtown Silver Spring!

🗓 Saturday, March 28, 2026
🕚 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 Silver Spring Civic Center

This FREE event includes health education, screenings, giveaways, food, and fun for the whole family.

Wellness belongs to everyone, and everyone is welcome. Let’s prioritize our well-being together.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/t5s8b5kx

03/16/2026

Check out our two Links sisters talking about health!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14aqW9N9nti/

The Doctor Is In
Healthcare Education for Real World Care

Meet our friend Dr. Cynthia Overton. She will share her story about how she has learned to navigate health care after a rare spinal cord lesion left her paralyzed resulting in experiences with numerous hospital stays, insurance systems while trying to heal and live her best life. Her book, Clear Cane Chronicles: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Through Person-Centered Care is a practical guide for person-centered care. Cynthia illustrates why seeing patients as people, not just cases, is essential to effective care. Join us to learn about her stories of humor, challenge, and resilience. She will talk about how better alignment among patients, providers, and payers can improve real-world healthcare experiences.

Buy Clear Cane Chronicles HERE and...

Join Us!
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
6pmET
BlackDoctor.org

03/03/2026

Join us for the Black Family Wellness Expo in Downtown Silver Spring!

🗓 Saturday, March 28, 2026
🕚 11 AM – 3 PM
📍 Silver Spring Civic Center

This FREE event includes health education, screenings, giveaways, food, and fun for the whole family.

Wellness belongs to everyone, and everyone is welcome. Let’s prioritize our well-being together.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/t5s8b5kx

02/20/2026

Educate. Create. Celebrate Black History.

Honoring Black women artists and students in our classics through the ages program. 💚 🤍