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Gaithersburg
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s Montgomery Village chapter helps families apply for free twin beds for children ages 3-17 who lack safe sleeping spaces. The volunteer-driven nonprofit has built and delivered 464 beds since 2023 in Montgomery County + continues to accept applications from community referral partners. The MoCo Show
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Steeze Burger, named the best burger by The Washington Post, will open its first brick-and-mortar location on Sunday, May 24, at the Shops at Potomac Valley in Gaithersburg — the menu will feature popular burgers, chili cheese dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches, fries, and Mountain Dew flavors. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Gaithersburg Book Festival (free and family-friendly) takes place at Bohrer Park this Saturday, featuring exhibitors including authors and literary organizations and offering free workshops on comic character creation and fantasy world-building. WTOP
- ➤ Ariéto Yukayú Guáyiga – An Evening of Strength + Spirit is set to take place in Gaithersburg on Thursday, May 28 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; the event will feature live performances, speakers, and educational segments honoring Arawak Taíno survival. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Montgomery Parks has launched an online survey inviting residents to share memories of Black baseball + softball as part of its Untold Stories initiative. The project helps preserve the legacy of local African-American teams formed during segregation. Montgomery Community Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County showcased its thriving biotech ecosystem at the World Vaccine Congress in Washington D.C. today, as County Executive Marc Elrich and local industry leaders detailed a complete biologics value chain and strong public–private partnerships + promising innovation. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Libraries will launch its Summer Reading Challenge on Saturday, June 13 with the theme 'Unearth A Story' & offer dinosaur, archaeology, and paleontology activities for all ages at local branches. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Retired volunteers from The Carnegie at Washingtonian Center now help Fields Road Elementary School students learn reading, math and a second language on a weekly basis (the program began last year with a handful of retirees), strengthening intergenerational ties in the community. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Councilmember Will Jawando warned Tuesday that proposed budget cuts could cut jobs at MCPS (teachers and maintenance staff) as the county faces a $189 million shortfall, and he urged using funds from other county areas to protect schools. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Councilmembers Glass and Jawando introduced bills to pause data center projects in Montgomery County. Glass proposed a six-month delay amid environmental concerns while Jawando sought a two-year hold to enforce clean energy standards, with the proposals set for council review in early June. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Metro will launch a redesigned website Sunday, May 17 and an updated Metro Pulse app Sunday, May 31 to simplify transit planning and improve accessibility — the new platforms include AI-powered chat support and real-time service information. The MoCo Show
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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.
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Gaithersburg Book Festival
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Gaithersburg’s Bohrer Park — Free entry — Celebrate literature with bestselling authors and engaging panel discussions.
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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.
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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.
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Resin Art Lazy Susan Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticket required — Create your own ocean-themed or abstract resin art piece in a fun, hands-on environment.
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Synergy Dance Fitness Classes
7-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Registration required — Energizing dance fitness classes featuring global music and choreography suitable for all fitness levels.
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Project Management Techniques Training Course
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Gaithersburg — Course fee applies — Enhance your project management skills with this intensive training workshop led by experienced trainers.
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Pre-K Gymnastics
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Casey Community Center — Participation fee applicable — A fun-filled class introducing children to basic gymnastics skills while developing self-esteem and social skills.
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Harmonious Art Group Artists Reception
1:30-3 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Celebrate Asian American heritage and meet talented artists showcasing traditional and contemporary Chinese art.
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Slime, Sparkles, & Science Camp
1-4 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Camp fees apply — Young scientists create glittery experiments while exploring science and creativity.
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