Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Kitchen Social is targeting a summer 2026 opening at the former Paladar Latin Kitchen and Rum Bar on Crown Park Avenue — a sign now marks the Downtown Crown location and interior construction will soon begin.

Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda will see a mix of new openings and closures this month.

Arc’teryx, Gold Bunny Donuts, Maman Joon, QToys, and Immersa are open while Lucky Strike closed on Jan. 4, with Esvin’s Bagels, Kami Ramen, Mavi, Shiki Fusion & Wetzel’s Pretzels set to open soon.

MCPS resumes classes today after winter break.

The district’s calendar marks school closures on Jan. 19 for MLK Day, a grading and planning day on Jan. 26, a Presidents’ Day closure on Feb. 16 with a non-instructional day on Feb. 17, and an early release on Feb. 27.

Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week will bring fixed-price dining deals from Jan.

19–25 to Maryland favorites, including restaurants in Montgomery County and Frederick. Diners should check with individual restaurants for menu and reservation details.

Game Days at D&B

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Special deals available — Score big with game day deals including 10 wings for $10.

WELCOME WEEK Marshmallow Fellows Workshop

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — 50% off — Kids create delightful marshmallow animals in a fun art workshop.

Climbing and Dining Meetup

5-7 p.m. — Sportrock Climbing Centers — Cost varies — Social climbing event followed by nearby food for all skill levels.

Game Days at D&B

11 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — $10 for 10 wings — Score big with game day deals and plenty of fun games.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Game day deals available — Score big with 10 wings for $10.

Game Days at D&B

11:00 a.m. — Dave and Buster's - Gaithersburg — $10 for 10 wings — Score big with game day deals at Dave & Buster's.

Pre-K Gymnastics Class

10:15 a.m. — Casey Community Center — Class fee varies — A fun class for little ones to learn gymnastics and build self-esteem through active play.

Game Days at D&B

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Game day deals await — Score big with tasty wings for just $10.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00am — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — $10 for 10 wings — Score big with game day deals and enjoy a fun atmosphere.

Game Days at D&B

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Game day deals — Score big with game day specials including tasty wings.