Healthy Washington County

Healthy Washington County Meeting
2026-01-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Washington County Health Department, 1302 Pennsylvania Ave, Hagerstown, MD, 21742
Join us in-person or virtually for our bi-monthly member meeting.
Agenda
Guest Speakers:

Speech Language Services by Swinita Shah- Charm City Speech
Cannabis Policy Updates by George Townsend- Legal Resource Center for Public Health Policy

HWC New Member Orientation
Go For Bold Updates
Subcommittee Updates
Community Updates
HWC Agenda 1.6.2026

Walking 2 Wellness
2026-01-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 and 3 more dates | Hagerstown Community College ARCC (Athletic, Recreation and Community Center), 20175 Scholar Dr., Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Weekly Walking Club Every Wednesday at Noon
Lace up your sneakers, make your way to the Hagerstown Community College ARCC to do something great for your physical and emotional health!

– Adults of all ages gather weekly
– Hear from a health care expert or inspirational speaker
– And then go for a one-mile walk at their own pace on the indoor track.

Dining with Diabetes Program (In-person & Virtual)
2026-01-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual Via Zoom
Take Charge of your health in 2026!
Kick off the New Year by taking care of yourself and your family.
What: The University of Maryland Extension is offering a 4-week Dining with Diabetes class. The Dining with Diabetes program is a National Extension Program and has recently been updated to follow the 2025 American Diabetes Association Standards of Care. The instructor for this class is Dr. Lisa McCoy, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 30 years of experience in Diabetes Management education.
Why: Dining with Diabetes teaches healthy meal planning and other self-management skills. Recipes and cooking videos will be included in each session. This class is a diabetes education program for adults with Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes and their families.
How: The classes will be held in-person and online via Zoom on January 7, 14, 21, and 28.
The in-person classes will be held at the University of Maryland Extension office in Washington County (7303 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD) from 1-3 pm. Cost is $20 (which includes food demonstration and tastings). Scholarships are available.
In-person class: https://DiningWithDiabetesInPerson.eventbrite.com
The online classes will be held via Zoom from 6-7:30 pm. Cost for the class will be $15 for course materials and mailing.
Online class: https://diningwithdiabetesjanuary26.eventbrite.com/
There will also be a follow-up class 3 months after the last class.
Need Help: For more information or to register, please contact Lisa McCoy @ lmccoy@umd.edu or call 301-226-7527. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in these classes, please contact the Extension office at 301-791-1304.

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.
January 2026 DWD In-person classes flyer
January 2026 DWD online classes flyer

Hub City 100 Miler Kick Off Event
2026-01-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Hagerstown field house, 290 E Memorial Blvd, Hagerstown, 21740, United States
Registration is open for the 13th annual Hub City 100 Miler Challenge! This 100-day walking program begins January 9, 2026, encouraging participants to get active by setting a goal of one mile a day for 100 days by walking, jogging, biking, or, by moving each day for 20 minutes with any physical activity!
On Friday, January 9, 100 Milers are invited to the program’s official Kick Off event at the Hagerstown Field House to achieve their first official mile as a team – walk starts at 5pm!
Come early for a wellness fair starting at 4pm to meet with other community health and wellness partners who will encourage participants to get started off on the right, or left, foot!

National Diabetes Prevention Program - Intro Class
2026-01-29 18:30 - 19:30 | https://healthywashingtoncounty.com/event/national-diabetes-prevention-program-intro-class/2026-01-29/
National Diabetes Prevention Program
Online. Aimed at at-risk adults. Led by a personal, certified, lifestyle coach. Peer support group and lifestyle aids included.

Go For Bold Community in Motion
2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-16 18:00 - 19:00 and 3 more dates | Robinwood Medical Center Atrium, 11110 Medical Campus Road, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Join us every Monday and Thursday for free community workout classes. All fitness levels are welcome!
No registration required.

Bites and Insights with a Doc
2026-02-24 16:00 - 17:30 | DM Bowman Academic Hall, 11120 Health Dr, Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States
Meritus Community Health, in collaboration with the John R. Marsh Cancer Center, is excited to launch a new community education series titled “Bites & Insights with a Doctor.” This educational program is designed to support our community, patients and their caregivers throughout Washington County, Maryland, and the surrounding communities.
Open to the community, our teams, and students.
Click the registration link, call 301-790-8964 or email communityhealth@meritushealth.com

National Diabetes Prevention Program - Intro Class
2026-03-17 18:30 - 19:30 | https://healthywashingtoncounty.com/event/national-diabetes-prevention-program-intro-class/2026-03-17/

FREE Event - Fathers As Protective Factors – How Dads Can Mitigate the Impacts of Adverse Childhood Experiences
2026-03-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Washington County Dept of Social Services, 122 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD, 21742, United States

Doc Trot 5K Race
2026-03-21 08:00 - 12:00 | MD
About Event

The Doc Trot 5K is the inaugural 5K race benefiting the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine (MSOM). This community-focused event supports medical education, health, and wellness, with proceeds going toward potential scholarship opportunities for future physicians.
Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to run or walk a scenic course around the medical campus while helping support the next generation of healthcare leaders. Whether you are a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or a family looking for a meaningful way to get active together, your participation makes a direct impact.
Join us as we launch this new tradition in support of MSOM, community health, and the future of medicine!

Included with Registration

All registered participants will receive:

Official Doc Trot 5K race t-shirt
Custom race bib
Professionally timed race with live results, provided by Racine MultiSports
Finish line video, provided by Racine MultiSports
Custom podium awards for top finishers
A fun, family-friendly experience celebrating health, wellness, and community

Why Participate?

By participating in the Doc Trot 5K, you are helping support:

The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine
Future physicians and scholarship opportunities
Community health, wellness, and engagement
The launch of a new annual MSOM tradition
Whether you’re running, walking, or supporting from afar, your involvement helps move medical education—and our community—forward.

Race Day Schedule

Saturday, March 21, 2026

8:00 AM – 8:45 AM: Packet Pickup
9:00 AM: Race Start
Awards Ceremony: Immediately following the race

Course Map

Interactive Course Map: https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/6663372770/

Race Swag

Coming Soon, Custom T-shirt and Custom Bib designs!

Awards

Awards given to the overall Male and Female and Non-Binary finisher. Age groups awards given to the first place finisher for the follow Male and Female categories.

Ages 10 and under
Ages 11-15
Ages 16-19
Ages 20-29
Ages 30-39
Ages 40-49
Ages 50-59
Ages 60-69
Ages 70+
