Good morning, Gaithersburg.

The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington announced that San Pancho (located in Takoma Park) is the only restaurant in Montgomery County nominated for New Restaurant of the Year Award after opening last July.

The award honors establishments that opened in 2024 and gained local acclaim for innovative brunch menus and unique coffee drinks.

Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda will soon open new restaurants and shops this spring as Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings, Shiki Fusion, Below Zero, Garage, Subway, and UNIQLO take over repurposed spaces + the new openings will give more dining and shopping choices + mall officials say these changes are part of the center’s refresh efforts.

County Executive Marc Elrich said the historic Scotland church is open again after it was moved to high ground to keep it safe from floods, and he felt upset when the Council overrode his veto of a bill that would give a 20-year tax break to developers—he warned that federal job cuts and tax policy changes are hurting local services and promised to work to keep the county budget strong.

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.

Synergy Dance Fitness

7:45 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Cost varies — Enjoy high-energy choreography and global music in a welcoming environment.

Networking 4A-Cause Breakfast

8:30-10:00 a.m. — Silver Diner — Free entry — Network with various business organizations and support charitable causes.

Let's Cook@Casey: Make Better Choices - Indian Style

6-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Cost info not provided — Discover healthy traditional Indian foods that promote wellness and satisfaction.

2025 Maryland Real Estate Law Update

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Cardinal Title Group's Rio Office — Registration required — Learn essential real estate law updates from experts to better serve your clients.