Good morning, Gaithersburg.

L.E.A.D., a nonprofit focused on community safety, will host a carnival at Westfield Montgomery from May 2 to May 11.

Visitors will pay $5 admission—riders must buy Mega Passes for unlimited rides and follow clear bag and parental supervision policies—ensuring a safe outdoor event.

On Tuesday morning, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue responded to visible smoke at an abandoned one-story home on the 22700 block of Frederick Road in Clarksburg—blocking Rt.

355 between Shawnee Lane and Foreman Boulevard as officials advised residents to steer clear while crews managed the fire.

A Gaithersburg man won a $50,000 Pick 5 top prize on April 24 using numbers he saw in a dream after buying his ticket at My Dollar and More on North Frederick Avenue.

He claimed the prize on April 28 + the business earned a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket.

The Montgomery County Police Department is investigating the homicide of 20-year-old Henry Krishawn Gilbert — found shot in a vehicle that crashed into a townhouse on Brookridge Court in Montgomery Village on April 26 — and no suspect is in custody.

Students in Edison High School’s Automotive Trades Foundation program attended a practical seminar on April 25 that focused on electric and hybrid vehicle safety + system maintenance with representatives from DARCARS, Lexus, and Toyota to build skills for working with high-voltage systems.

Montgomery County Councilmembers voted 7—2 to override Executive Marc Elrich’s veto of a pilot program that helps developers turn office buildings with high vacancies into homes.

The program will target 16 properties in Bethesda, Germantown and Silver Spring and requires some units to be affordable to boost county revenue.

The City of Gaithersburg announced changes to its Downpayment Assistance program that now lets eligible first-time homebuyers receive up to $40,000 in help with down payments and closing costs when buying a home within city limits — starting July 1, all applicants must work with a Maryland Mortgage Program approved lender.

Active Aging Expo

9 AM – 2 PM — Bohrer Park — Free entry — An inspiring annual event empowering older adults to live active, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

Saints Row Pub Run

6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a 3-5 mile run through Gaithersburg followed by pints with fellow runners.

Skywatching: Telescope Fun

6:30-9 p.m. — Observatory Park — Free entry — Discover the cosmos with hands-on telescope activities and expert help as you gaze at Jupiter.

Fashion Show Fundraiser

12-4 p.m. — Signature Salon Pro — Tickets available — Enjoy a vibrant fashion show, live music, and delicious hors d'oeuvres while supporting future beauty professionals.

Skywatching: Telescope Fun

6 AM — Bohrer Park — Free entry — Learn how to use a telescope through hands-on activities.

Let's Cook@Casey Jr.: Make Brunch for Mom

4-5:30 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Cost not specified — Young chefs learn to make delicious brunch items from scratch in this fun, hands-on class.

Tiki Bar and Grill Opening Weekend

6-10 p.m. — Tiki Bar and Grill — Enjoy tropical drinks and grilled specialties at the seasonal opening of this lakeside bar.

Gaithersburg Chorus: A Musical Epistle

11:30 p.m. — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church — Free entry — Experience a heartfelt musical journey through stories, reflections, and a variety of compelling genres.

Outdoor Mini Golf and Dinner

4-7 p.m. — Activity Center at Bohrer Park — Adult entry only — Enjoy mini golf and dinner in a relaxing outdoor setting for those over 50.

Mother's Day Brunch

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Gaithersburg — Adults: $59 | Kids (6-12): $26 — Celebrate Mother's Day with a delicious brunch from a highly decorated chef.