Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Gaithersburg Book Festival announced 12 finalists for its 8th high school poetry contest after over 120 student entries (MD, VA and DC); visitors may vote for a fan favorite until Friday, May 8 at 11 p.m. ET with winners announced at 10:15 a.m. in the Edgar Allan Poe Tent.

Montgomery County Government announced a strategic partnership with Taiwanese semiconductor firm Galaverse to boost innovation in satellite communications and semiconductor technologies at the Rockville Innovation Center through the Global Gateway Program.

Galaverse will join the SATELLITE Conference & Exhibition in Washington, D.C. to expand research and manufacturing, supporting job growth.

Montgomery County warns Gaithersburg residents to stay alert this tax season as scammers use fake IRS calls, emails, and texts to pressure for personal details + urging people to verify any suspicious messages by calling the official IRS number.

Montgomery County native Sam Anas tied the Kontinental Hockey League’s all-time single-season points record by earning 89 points in 67 games — a milestone following his Calder Cup win with the Hershey Bears and his roots at Rockville Ice Arena.

Basic English Conversation

12:30 – 1:20 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Enhance your English skills through engaging activities in a supportive setting.

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.

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.

Persian New Year Celebration

5-6:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Celebrate the arrival of spring with cultural festivities honoring Nowruz.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Parent's Time Off - Paint Like Picasso

1-4 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Registration required — Let your kids unleash their creativity while you enjoy a well-deserved break.

GYC King's Dominion Trip

8 AM - 10 PM — Gaithersburg Youth Center in Olde Towne — Bring money for food/drinks — Enjoy thrilling roller coasters with friends!