Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Several guide dogs in training spent Sunday afternoon at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad station in Montgomery County where emergency personnel showed them real-life sounds and equipment.

Jeanyne Gembarski from Guiding Eyes for the Blind said the outing class—designed to reward calm behavior—was a key part of preparing the pups for service.

La Poteria Local opened in September 2021 at 19116 Montgomery Village Ave to serve coffee and Colombian street food, including empanadas and waffles made with cassava flour—its high ratings on Google and Yelp show locals appreciate its unique menu and mobile offerings at Clarksburg Outlets.

Nominations for African American Living Legends are open until Saturday, June 1—local residents who have made significant community contributions can be nominated with a brief narrative of their impact.

County Executive Marc Elrich will make final selections and the awards ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 20 at 7 p.m. at the Black Rock Center for the Arts in Germantown.

The King Barn Dairy MOOseum Barn at South Germantown Recreational Park (18028 Central Park Circle) is open for the season on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. through October and offers free entry along with interactive displays and educational programs about local dairy history.

Montgomery County Commission for Women is hosting free virtual financial seminars today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Zoom in partnership with Montgomery County Public Libraries.

Financial advisors Jamie Lapin and Thiago Glieger will lead sessions covering topics including financial planning + retirement planning, leaving federal service and divorce and money, and residents must register each week.

WalletHub has ranked Maryland as the 5th best state for police officers by comparing 30 factors such as pay and local spending—median salaries now top $77,000 as National Police Week starts May 11.

On Monday, county councilmembers rejected a property tax increase and discussed a proposal by County Executive Marc Elrich to raise the income tax from 3.2% to 3.3% effective retroactively from January 1, which would bring in $75 million if applied retroactively or $25 million if not. Many members expressed concerns about volatile incomes and potential layoffs, and a public hearing is set for May 13.

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.

Gaithersburg Book Festival

8 p.m. — Bohrer Park — Free entry — Celebrate literature with over 100 renowned authors at this annual book festival.