Good morning, Gaithersburg.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Slime, Sparkles, & Science Camp

1-4 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Camp fees apply — Young scientists create glittery experiments while exploring science and creativity.