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Gaithersburg
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Casserole Club (led by Nicole Cerquitella) now brings 200 to 300 home-cooked meals each month to local shelters. Volunteers cook on Tuesday and serve meals from 5:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday, using community donations to keep the effort running. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two Montgomery County songwriters, Silver Spring rapper She-unO and Clarksburg ninth grader Shanvi Purohit, are finalists in the Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards. They will perform live on Friday, Apr. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at the Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, with winners announced after judge feedback and live performances. The MoCo Show
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A record sale occurred when a home at 730 Turtle Pond Ln in Lakelands and Kentlands sold for $1,565,000, beating the previous record of $1,530,000. The property closed above asking price within one week + shows strong buyer interest as the spring market begins. The MoCo Show
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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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Yoga Challenge for Real Bodies
Feb 23 to Mar 16 — Casey Community Center — Check event page for details — Engage in a challenging yoga workout tailored for those already familiar with the practice.
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Tax Season: Do’s and Don’ts
11 AM – 12 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Learn valuable tips for maximizing your tax return with expert guidance and free resources.
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