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Gaithersburg
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Facebook group admins reported two scams on May 26th—one tripping members up with fake nostalgic shirts that steal credit card information and another using a story about a young entrepreneur to collect advance payments for services that never come; they say these fraudulent posts fool a few members before being removed. The warnings encourage users to be cautious when engaging with such posts. The MoCo Show
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Detectives from Montgomery County Police are asking for help finding Luis Cosme, an 88-year-old man last seen on May 25 at 2:30 p.m. on the 19100 block of Kinglet Place in Gaithersburg; he is 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighs 150 lbs, has short gray hair, brown eyes and a light beard, and wore a black beanie, brown shirt, black coat, pink cane and dark pants, so anyone with information is urged to call the nonemergency number (301) 279-8000. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MCPS is inviting community members to join one-hour engagement sessions that review initial boundary study options for reopening Charles W. Woodward High School and plans for opening Crown High School and expanding Damascus High School. Virtual and in-person meetings are scheduled from today through early June to gather feedback from families. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Dr. Joshua Fine, principal of Flower Hill Elementary, was named the winner of the Mark Mann Excellence and Harmony Award by MCPS for his work in boosting literacy and community outreach in Gaithersburg—he was also celebrated as a finalist for The Washington Post’s Principal of the Year Award. The MoCo Show
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Travilah White Oak, over 330 years old, stands at the Potomac Oak Shopping Center on Travilah Road and Glen Road and was measured in January 2021 at 19 feet 1 inch in circumference, 78 feet tall, and with a 110-foot crown spread. Friends of the Travilah Oak was formed in 1997 to protect the tree—after it faced removal plans in 1989—and it now hosts an annual fall celebration honoring its legacy. The MoCo Show
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center earned the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses after its ICU and PCU improved patient safety and staff retention in 2024. The award highlights a 98% drop in ICU-acquired pressure injuries and enhanced hourly rounding in the PCU — showing the hospital’s commitment to high-quality care. The MoCo Show
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Classic French Cordon Bleu Cooking Class
6-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Learn to make Chicken Cordon Bleu in a hands-on class with Chef Greg.
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Jubilee Bowling League
2-4 p.m. — 1101 Clopper Rd Apt, Gaithersburg, MD — $20 per person — Engage in friendly competition with the Jubilee bowling league every Tuesday and Thursday.
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5th Grade Night Out Celebration
4:30-8 p.m. — Gaithersburg Robertson Park Youth Center — Check local listing for cost — Celebrate the end of the year with fun activities for 5th graders transitioning to middle school.
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Skateboarding Group Lesson
10 AM – 12 PM — Gaithersburg Skate Park — Registration required — Learn skateboarding skills in a supportive, skill-focused environment tailored for youth.
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Weekly Climbing Practice at Sportrock
10 a.m. — Sportrock Climbing Centers — Free entry — Connect with fellow climbers at this community training session.
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Kentlands/Lakelands Group Run
7-8:30 p.m. — Lakelands Park — Free entry — Revitalizing Monday night runs through scenic neighborhoods with group pacing for all levels.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Options
9 AM - 7 PM — Griswold Home Care for Silver Spring & Montgomery County North — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living communities and their exceptional amenities.
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Healthy Indian Cuisine Cooking Class
6-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Cost not specified — Discover the health benefits of Indian spices while enjoying delicious food preparations.
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Saints Row Brewing Weekly Pub Run
6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Check for updates — Experience community vibes with local brews and good company every Friday.
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Saybrooke Community Yard Sale
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Saybrooke Community, Gaithersburg, MD — Free entry — Explore a variety of treasures from neighbors and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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