The African American Health Program (AAHP) will celebrate National Public Health Week 2026 with a series of free health and wellness events at churches across Montgomery County during the week of April 6 to 12. Under the national theme “Ready. Set. Action!” AAHP is bringing free health screenings, guest speakers, health activities, and community resources directly into the faith spaces where Black families already gather.

The Black church has long served as a cornerstone of health and healing in the African American community. Research has consistently shown that Black Americans who are active in their faith community are more likely to seek preventive care, better manage chronic conditions, and report stronger overall wellbeing. By hosting these events in churches across the county, AAHP is honoring that connection and meeting community members where they are.

Find AAHP at four locations throughout Montgomery County during National Public Health Week:

Wednesday, April 8, 3:00 to 6:00 PM New Life SDA Church, 7401 Muncaster Mill Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Friday, April 10, 3:00 to 6:00 PM Olney SDA Church, 4100 Olney Laytonsville Rd., Olney, MD 20832

Saturday, April 11, 1:00 to 3:00 PM Olive Branch Community Church, 416 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860

Sunday, April 12, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Mt. Jezreel Baptist Church, 420 University Blvd E, Silver Spring, MD 20901

All events are free and open to the community. To RSVP, visit aahpnphw26.eventbrite.com and click the orange button to choose the event or events you plan to attend.

View/download the flyer here: