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Gaithersburg
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three new businesses will open at Montrose Shopping Center in Rockville — K-Wave will offer K-pop merchandise at 5534 Randolph Road starting in May, Goodwill is set to replace Planet Aid at 5520 Randolph Road, and Flavor Hive is launching its first Maryland restaurant co-founded by local Shihan Chowdhury. The MoCo Show
- ➤ The Nibbler permanently closed its dine-in restaurant at 18556 Woodfield Road and is shifting to catering+takeout service. It announced the change on Jan. 24 and will update customers with new contact details soon. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Parks invites engaged couples to plan sustainable weddings at the Upcycled Wedding Fair Sunday, Feb. 22 at Rockwood Manor. Attendees can shop for gently used wedding decor & receive expert advice with a tour of the historic grounds; customer registration is free, and vendor tables cost $25. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools announced a Code Green for today, with schools, offices, and childcare operating as usual. MCPS will make up lost days on March 20 + June 18 and may request a waiver for missed instructional days after the massive snow and ice event. The MoCo Show
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Women in STEM Celebration
1-3 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the contributions of women in STEM with hands-on activities and inspiring discussions.
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MINTD Card Show Lunar New Year
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center — Free entry for children 12 & under — Celebrate Lunar New Year with Pokémon & TCG vendors, Gym Challenges, and family activities.
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Galentine's Night Celebration
6-8 p.m. — The Retreat at Crown — Free entry — Celebrate friendship with engaging speakers, shopping, live music, and light bites with bubbles.
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International Gem & Jewelry Show
12 PM – 5 PM — Montgomery County Fairgrounds — Registration required — Discover an array of exquisite gems and jewelry for wholesale buyers.
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Yoga Thai Massage
9-10 a.m. — lululemon — Free entry — Learn a rejuvenating Yoga Thai Massage routine with a partner on Valentine's Day.
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Soft & Slow: A Self-Love Winter Frolic
1:30-3 p.m. — Bohrer Park — Free entry — Experience a serene winter silent disco focused on self-love and gentle movement.
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Build a Candy Machine Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Registration required — Young inventors create their own candy machines for a sweet treat experience.
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Lashes in Full Bloom Celebration
10 AM – 2 PM — Amazing Lash Studio — Free entry — Celebrate National Lash Day with a flower bouquet bar, mimosas, and exclusive lash services.
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Feng Shui Basics Workshop
1-2 p.m. — IKEA Plan & order point with Pick-up - Gaithersburg — Free to sign up — Explore Feng Shui principles to create a balanced and harmonious home environment.
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Bethesda Girlies: February Book Club Meetup
2-4 p.m. — Tous Les Jours Bakery & Cafe — Free entry — Engage in cozy discussions over 'The Love Hypothesis' and connect with fellow book lovers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Richard Feynman
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