Good morning, Gaithersburg.

On May 5 in Montgomery Village, a mother who shielded her infant from a vehicle impact suffered a fractured leg and is scheduled for surgery—community members are rallying to help cover her mounting medical costs.

JCRC reported that Montgomery County Public Schools now account for two-thirds of Maryland’s antisemitic incidents, citing examples like hate graffiti and discriminatory gestures in several schools.

The group met with MCPS leaders to push for a zero-tolerance policy and additional anti-bias training starting in August.

Montgomery County Public Schools named Oscar Alvarenga 2026 Supporting Services Employee of the Year.

He serves as a newcomers transition coordinator helping more than 4,000 students and families with school enrollment and access to key services (housing, healthcare, legal support).

Wheaton High School will host the Fourth Annual Gilbert Games on May 15 to celebrate inclusion, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Students from several high schools will join for accessible competitions — events honoring former student Sarah Gilbert and featuring modified activities with lunch donated by Chick-fil-A.

Montgomery County Public Schools face growing lunch debt as unpaid meal balances climb while ensuring every student receives a meal.

The central kitchen in Rockville produces over 100k meals daily and will raise meal prices by 30 cents next school year — helping cover rising food and wage costs.

Montgomery Blair teacher Michelle Elie was named MCPS Teacher of the Year Tuesday for her work in enhancing the African-American literature program and launching Blair’s African-American Studies Academy (she teaches 12th grade honors English).

She now serves as MCPS’ nominee for Maryland Teacher of the Year.

Fourth grader Hemachandra Mulugu of Diamond Elementary was sworn in as Gaithersburg’s Junior Mayor on May 4 during the City Council meeting; he will attend the Gaithersburg Book Festival on May 16 + lead the Memorial Day Pledge on May 30.

A groundbreaking for The Sage apartment complex with 125 affordable units took place in Derwood last week.

Located near the Shady Grove Metro Station (and set to include a new public library), the development will open in about two years.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Saints Row Brewing Pub Run

6:15-8:00 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free participation — Enjoy a scenic run followed by refreshing drinks with fellow running enthusiasts.

Gaithersburg Book Festival

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Gaithersburg’s Bohrer Park — Free entry — Celebrate literature with bestselling authors and engaging panel discussions.

Sunday SIP at Dave & Buster's

9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Half-priced drinks for service industry professionals — Enjoy a night of fun with discounted drinks and free game play.

Synergy Dance Fitness

7:45-8:45 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Class fee required — Energize your fitness journey with high-energy choreography and a fusion of global music.