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Gaithersburg
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pulse is on location in Gaithersburg this week to preview the upcoming 24th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade (and Shamrock Stroll) at Rio Lakefront; the segment recaps top local news and includes remarks from Chris Hamilton of the MacMillan Band. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Jersey Mike’s will donate 100 percent of sales on Wednesday, March 25 at over 3,200 locations nationwide, including the Gaithersburg store, to support athletes at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota from June 20 through June 26. The MoCo Show
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arby’s has signed on to take over the longtime drive-thru site at 7200 Muncaster Mill Road in the Red Mill Shops. McDonald’s will close tomorrow and Arby’s is set to open later this year+ the site has served Derwood for decades. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Pho Nom Nom is set to open a new restaurant in the White Oak Shopping Center at 11225 New Hampshire Ave, where the space was last occupied by Valle De Sula. The restaurant hopes to open early this summer and bring its signature slow-simmered broths back to the center. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brookside Gardens in Wheaton hosts the Butterfly Experience from April 1 to Sept. 7 daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors will see hundreds of live butterflies from many regions + enjoy sensory-friendly sessions and pre-exhibit photo times. Montgomery Community Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Older pickleball players are increasingly visiting the emergency room for overuse injuries, a D.C.-area doctor advised as spring approaches. He recommends checking for preexisting conditions and using proper footwear — advice to help older players enjoy the game safely. WTOP
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Sunday SIP at Dave & Buster's
9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Half-priced drinks for service industry professionals — Enjoy a night of fun with discounted drinks and free game play.
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Year of the Diner #8 at Gainesville Diner
10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Enjoying delicious comfort food at a diner recognized for the best breakfast.
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Embellished Book and Journal Tote Workshop
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Material costs may apply — Personalize your own tote with pins, patches, and charms in a creative evening.
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Mushroom Magic Cooking Class with Chef Cat
6-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Check website for pricing — Discover the delicious versatility of gourmet mushrooms in an immersive cooking experience.
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Spring into March Madness with FTG
4-7 p.m. — Coastal Flats — Free entry — Celebrate the start of March Madness with fun, food, and drinks.
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G-Works Workforce Development Class
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM — Activity Center at Bohrer Park — Cost not specified — Equip yourself with essential job skills and prepare for internship opportunities.
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Gem, Lapidary & Mineral Society Show
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair Main Entrance — $7 Ages 12+ — Discover the wonders of gems and minerals with hands-on demonstrations and fun for young explorers.
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Self-Care Workshop: Reset, Refocus, and Realign
1-3 p.m. — Integrative Health Recreation & Musu Wellness Coaching LLC — Limited seating — Transform your goals into actionable plans with creativity and relaxation.
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Basic English Conversation
12:30 – 1:20 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Enhance your English skills through engaging activities in a supportive setting.
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Needle-Felted Easter Eggs Workshop
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost not specified — Create festive Easter decorations while enjoying a fun, hands-on experience in needle felting.
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