Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Montgomery County will host Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 15 with pit stops offering music, snacks, raffles, and vendor info at spots including Gaithersburg, Bethesda, and Rockville (schedule varies by location).

Registration is open with the first 18,000 registrants receiving a T-shirt and a bike raffle entry.

Today, Montgomery County residents face calm spring temperatures and low clouds east.

Local events include film festivals in Bethesda and Gaithersburg, a middle school 'Paint the Plow' competition with registration open until 5 p.m., and a spring wreath crafting at Upper County Community Recreation Center from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Permanent signage is now in place for Wonder’s upcoming Rockville location at 12240 Rockville Pike in Towne Plaza.

The modern food hall will open this spring, and Wonder is expanding to Germantown, Gaithersburg, and Burtonsville Crossing (replacing former retail spaces) to serve multiple dining options.

Me Land, an indoor play center at 831 Russell Avenue, is auctioning its equipment ahead of its closure on April 14.

The venue opened in September 2022 and was known for children's birthday parties while its Frederick location remains open.

Poolesville High student Sathvik Dasari was named a National STEM Champion and will attend the National STEM Festival in Washington + D.C. from June 24–27 to present his low-cost mobile air quality monitoring system to industry leaders.

Montgomery County Public Schools announced that Wednesday, April 15 will be an early release day to adjust for weather-related schedule changes.

Grade reports will be completed by April 20 and paper copies distributed on April 30.

Poolesville High School junior Marshall Friedman was chosen among 100 students nationwide for Disney Dreamers Academy, a program that values personal stories over grades.

He said the workshops and interactions with diverse peers shifted his views and sparked his interest in law and policy.

Metro is inviting riders 18 and older to join its Wall of Fame campaign by emailing their name, photo, video, and story by Friday, Apr.

17. Selected participants will be featured in a daytime shoot in late April (or early May) at a DMV location.

On Wednesday, the Washington Commanders hosted over 36 NFL Draft prospects to evaluate upcoming talent — including local standout Octavian Smith — and gain a closer look at regional athletes ahead of the NFL Draft.

Paints, Pots & Palates: A Creative & Fun Afternoon

12-2 p.m. — Amazing Art Studio — Estimated cost $40–45 — Relax and unleash your creativity at a paint & pottery meetup.

Adaptive Rock Climbing Program

12:30-1:30 p.m. — Sportrock Climbing Centers - Rio — Check website for cost — Discover the thrill of adaptive rock climbing tailored for all abilities.

Memoir Writers Club

12:30-2 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — No cost — Capture your memories and share ideas in a supportive writing environment.

BYOP Crafting Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Free entry — Bring your project and enjoy a creative evening with fellow crafters in a friendly atmosphere.

Urban Line Dance Night

7:30-9:30 p.m. — OTC Bar & Grille — Free entry — Beginners welcome for a fun and engaging night of line dancing.

White's Ferry Walk and Lunch

10:20 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Cost unknown — Enjoy a scenic 1.5 mile walk along the C&O Canal followed by lunch in Poolesville.

Color Explosion Sensory Play

10:00 – 10:45 AM — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Cost Info not specified — Engage in a colorful sensory adventure with little ones as they create at the Rainbow Bakery Station.

Justin Trawick Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Downtown Crown Wine and Beer — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Justin Trawick and The Common Good with their debut record.

Field Hockey Clinic for Grades 6-8

1-2 p.m. — Lakelands Park Soccer Fields — Check website for fees — An exciting introductory clinic perfect for kids new to field hockey.

Synergy Dance Fitness Classes

7:45-8:45 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Check event page for pricing — Engage in high-energy dance fitness with global music influences and a welcoming environment.