The geographic boundaries of University Blvd., Colesville Road,Northwest Branch Park and the Beltway define the neighborhood. But it is the pride of the friendly residents that make it special. This is a community where people interact: walking, visiting at the playground, participating in community events, and tending their homes and yards.

The first homes were built in 1938. The community expanded over the following years especially during the post WWII housing boom, when many small but expandable homes were needed. Fortunately,the builders allowed variety and several options, including the sale of adjacent lots so the "tract" look was avoided. A few custom homes were later built on these lots, giving even more variety to the community. Future years brought updates and additions to the original homes.

Children growing up here during the '40`s and '50`s saw the expansion of the local shopping center to a busy commercial area. All kids walked to Pine Crest, "St. B`s", Eastern, and rode the bus to Blair, then Northwood then Blair again. Public school students can now walk to school from 3rd grade to 12th.

A strong sense of community developed through the schools and citizens` association. The Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony is a long time tradition. For many years we`ve had an annual Fourth of July Parade. Other community events include an annual Oktoberfest, Santa visits, Pine Crest/Montgomery Knolls May Fair, and the Spring Garden Tour and Plant Sale. Block parties abound in summer.

Many of the children who grew up in Woodmoor chose to buy a house here to raise their own families. There are still some original homeowners, and many second and third generation families, as well as siblings, living in the community. It is also not unusual to see a family move from one Woodmoor house to another.

Over the years, Woodmoor has had some famous and distinguished residents, including Rachel Carson, Eugene McCarthy, Pulitzer Prize winners, notable authors, a popular musician, a well known news reporter, a Md. State Delegate, and a Montgomery County
Council member. We've had our celebrations of history. In 1981, one of the Iranian hostages who had grown up in Woodmoor came home to his mother`s house. He was
greeted with a festive parade and ceremony. Pine Crest school was selected for a Presidential visit in 1998.

Interest Groups: Some of organizations meeting in the neighborhood include the Woodmoor-Pine Crest Citizens Association, with monthly meetings and a newsletter; PTA and Home/School Associations; Scouts; Cubs; Brownies; play groups,League of Women Voters; Garden Club; and political precinct groups.

Nearby Recreation & Entertainment: There is access to all kinds of sports: swimming at the YMCA and at several nearby county pools or private swim clubs; golf at Sligo public course; hiking at Northwest Branch, adjacent to the community; tennis at the two courts at Pine Crest; bike trails at nearby Sligo Creek Park; ice skating at Wheaton Regional; playing
fields and playground at Pine Crest; organized sports from soccer to basketball through the many county and private leagues. Take a look at all the walkers and joggers on our own community streets every day. Silver Spring Stage, a local theatre, is at Four Corners.

Shopping: Many daily needs can be met at the local Four Corners merchants: drug stores, bank, barber, hair dresser, gift shops, florist, linens,bakery, pet supply,photo and printing, jewelry, computer repair, auto repair, restaurants, fast food, and grocery stores. And, if you need more, we are convenient to many major shopping areas.

Transportation: Buses along Univ. Blvd. and Colesville Rd. connect with Metro at Silver Spring and Forest Glen for a short commute to D.C. I-95 is two Beltway exits away. We attract commuters to D.C., Northern Va, and Baltimore. It's easy to get anywhere from Woodmoor!

Education: Children currently attend Pine Crest (3-6), Montgomery Knolls (K-2), Eastern (6-8) and Blair (9-12.)A number of magnet schools also available with some requirements. St. Bernadette (K-8) is in the neighborhood. Several nursery schools are nearby. Higher education is easily accessed through Md. Univ.and Montgomery College. Adult Education is available in various locations. Public libraries are nearby.

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