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Gaithersburg
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The North Face is set to open a new store at Clarksburg Premium Outlets on 22705 Clarksburg Road near the Old Navy entrance (located across from Lacoste). The store will offer outdoor gear for local residents, and an official opening date is pending. The MoCo Show
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Global firms continue to invest in Montgomery County as Samsung Biologics celebrated its ribbon cutting in Rockville and AstraZeneca planned a state-of-the-art facility in Gaithersburg. The investments are expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost local economic growth in the strategy-driven biopharma + tech sectors. The MoCo Show
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers led by BetterPlanets4Kids cleaned 1,800 acres at Rock Creek Regional Park in Montgomery County on Earth Day, organized by MCPS student Raj Awasthi (a Rockville native). The youth-led cleanup marked the group’s fourth annual effort and is expected to grow in future years. The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will change schedules for 18 Ride On routes starting Sunday, May 3 to boost efficiency and on-time performance + riders are urged to check the Ride On Trip Planner app or website for updated trip times. The MoCo Show
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ MHP’s The Residences at Forest Glen, a $100 million transit-oriented project converting 72 aging apartments into 189 modern affordable homes on a 2.6-acre site, received a Maryland Sustainable Growth Award on Apr. 29 — it was presented by Governor Wes Moore, Secretary Jake Day, and Chair Rebecca L. Flora. The MoCo Show
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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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Community Mah Jongg Open Play
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Free entry — Engage in friendly American Mah Jongg games suitable for all levels with snacks provided.
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