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Gaithersburg
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Beyond Comics at 18749 N Frederick Ave will host Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The event will offer free comics for all ages, a meet-and-greet with creator John Watkins Chow, and a chance to donate non-perishable food for the Frederick Food Bank. The MoCo Show
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire sparked by a suspected bird’s nest on solar panels was quickly extinguished on Monday at a single-family home on Conrad Court in Damascus using a new PVStop tool (handheld liquid tarp) by Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service with no damage to the home. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair — a 75-year event — warns that a school start during the week of August 17 could affect its volunteer and exhibitor support, and organizers urge residents to submit feedback by April 30 on the proposed calendar change. The MoCo Show
- ➤ MCPS received a $6M state grant to help 164 provisional teachers earn full certification under the Grow Your Own program (which covers tuition, fees, and books) while they continue working. Governor Wes Moore said local partners aid the training with support from Towson University and Notre Dame of Maryland University. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pepco has withdrawn its request to raise rates after Maryland lawmakers passed the Utility RELIEF Act+ limiting the use of forecasted cost data. The utility will soon file a new proposal based on historical costs, state officials said. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County Police announced on Monday they will stop using Threads starting Friday, May 15 to focus on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube (all platforms for continuing community updates). The MoCo Show
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Girls' flag football, which began as a Montgomery County pilot two years ago, will become a varsity state championship sport next school year as it expands statewide + the inaugural season runs from August to championship games at M and T Bank Stadium by mid-November. Montgomery Community Media
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Money Matters with Senior Planet
11 AM – 12 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Registration required — Learn smart financial habits and save money online in this comprehensive 10-week course.
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Zumba in the Park
7-8 p.m. — Gaithersburg Concert Pavilion — Free entry — Get your groove on with an energetic Zumba session in the heart of Gaithersburg.
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Rio Season Opener
11 AM – 3 PM — rio — Free entry — Celebrate summer with carousel rides, paddleboats, and an artisan market filled with local vendors.
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The G.A.M.E Spring Edition
11 AM – 7 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC North/Gaithersburg — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market of curated African makers, food, and cultural experiences.
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Intro to Kinusaiga Craft Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticket required — Discover the meditative art of kinusaiga while creating stunning fabric designs.
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Play Date with Mom - Clay Coil Heart Bowl Workshop
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Special pricing — Celebrate Mother's Day by creating a unique clay heart bowl with your child.
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Mother's Day Gift Making - Handprint Bouquet
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Workshop fee applies — Let your kids create a thoughtful handprint bouquet for Mother's Day while you enjoy a night out.
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Kentlands/Lakelands Run
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Lakelands Park Soccer Fields — Free entry — Revitalize your running routine with a scenic group run through the Lakelands and Kentlands neighborhoods.
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Woven Mini Mushroom Workshop
5-8 p.m. — Flowers World Wide & Gaithersburg Floral — All materials provided — Get crafty with whimsical mini mushroom weaving in a fun, hands-on workshop.
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Juicy Burgers Cooking Class for Teens
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Casey Community Center — Course Fee — Learn to make juicy burgers and crispy smashed potatoes in a fun, hands-on cooking class.
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