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Gaithersburg
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Maurizio’s, a new Italian restaurant named for late Maurizio Luise, will open in Spring 2026 at 10120 River Road in Potomac Village Shopping Center. The team behind Cava Mezze plans to serve Italian dishes such as rosemary focaccia, linguine and clams + a Negroni bar to honor his legacy. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Production has begun on Fox’s Baywatch reboot featuring Stephen Amell, Shay Mitchell, Noah Beck, and others, and the show highlights a local tie as former Watkins Mill High School math teacher Dennis McLean (who flew the helicopter in the original opening credits) connects Montgomery County to the iconic series. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Paranormal Cirque will return to Montgomery County Fairgrounds from April 3-6, featuring acrobatics, illusion, and theatrical storytelling in a distinctive black and red big top (designed for mature audiences). The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced Gaithersburg has secured $1M in federal funding to enhance pedestrian safety in Olde Towne and Deer Park — planned upgrades include new crosswalks, sidewalks, and traffic-calming measures near local schools. The MoCo Show
- ➤ MCDOT will start its annual street sweeping in early April through July, sweeping about 4,100 lane miles on residential roads. No Parking signs will be posted, and residents are urged to move their cars so crews can clear debris and salt from curbs (schedules are subject to weather). The MoCo Show
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS reveals that in February, Montgomery County homes took longer to sell and new listings fell 16.4% (with the median sold price rising slightly to $606,750). This market trend gives buyers a stronger position in negotiations this spring. The MoCo Show
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Whitman girls’ basketball team won their first Class 4A state championship since 2016 on March 19 at UMBC, beating Richard Montgomery 51-40 to finish a record 26-0 season. Montgomery Community Media
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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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Kids Eat Free Night at Dogfish Head Alehouse
5-10 p.m. — Dogfish Head Alehouse — Kids 12 and under eat free with adult entrée purchase — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with free crafts and meals for little ones.
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Persian New Year Celebration
5-6:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Celebrate the arrival of spring with cultural festivities honoring Nowruz.
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Friday Rhythms - Salsa Workshop
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — $2 Members; $5 Nonmembers — Dance to the vibrant beats of Salsa with a beginner-friendly workshop.
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Bunny's Breakfast Bash Gaithersburg 2026
8:45-11 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Tickets required — Celebrate spring with breakfast, games, and an exciting egg hunt featuring the Bunny.
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GYC Chesapeake Hiking Trip
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Gaithersburg Robertson Park Youth Center — Free — Enjoy a day of nature on this community hiking adventure.
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Yet I Am Deeply Rooted Here: Stories from Arab America
April 1-30 — Activity Center at Bohrer Park — Free entry — Explore the diverse journeys and cultural contributions of Arab Americans inspired by Kahlil Gibran's profound words.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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