Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
Good morning, Gaithersburg.
The Montgomery Village Farmers Market opens this Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church (9801 Centerway Road) and will run every Saturday through October with local vendors, fresh food and free tote bags available while supplies last.
The Germantown Flea Market will return on Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MARC rail commuter lot at Germantown Road and Bowman Mill Drive, where the free event hosted by the Germantown Historical Society will feature over 150 vendors and support local history efforts.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded at 7:57 p.m. Sunday to a house fire on the 18800 block of Cross Country Lane where firefighters fought a kitchen fire that spread to cabinets and the attic; four residents (three adults and one child) evacuated safely and are receiving help from the Red Cross.
Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg gained praise as its new Chef’s Counter, launched in April, featured Chef Tae Strain’s Mangalitsa pork shoulder ssam, named by Fine Dining Lovers as one of the D.C. area’s most talked-about dishes of May, offering guests an intimate twelve seat dining experience on the vineyard.
Montgomery County will raise minimum wage rates on July 1, 2026, with large employers increasing wages to $18 per hour, mid-size to $16.50 and small employers to $15.95 to keep pace with inflation; full-time workers are expected to earn roughly $728, $936 and $1,040 more annually.
Seneca Valley's football legacy comes alive in The Winning Formula (a new book written by former athletic director Ray Sacramo) which details the rise of the program under coaches Al Thomas, Terry Changuris, and Fred Kim.
Money Matters with Senior Planet
11 AM – 12 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Registration required — Learn smart financial habits and how to navigate online resources for savings and income.
Plant Bingo
5-7:30 p.m. — Cadence at Crown — Drinks and food provided — Enjoy an evening of plant bingo with prizes for your green thumb.
Vico and Grupo Karicia in Maryland
9 PM — El Meson Restaurant and Bar — Ticketed event — Experience an entertaining night with Vico and Grupo Karicia's music.
Live Music Evening with Joseph R. Monasterial
6-9 p.m. — Barking Mad — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance with great tunes in a cozy atmosphere.
Coleman Love Cookout
1:30-5:30 p.m. — Bohrer Park — Free food and drinks — Enjoy music, games, and fellowship at this annual community cookout.
Summer Fun Day at Black Hill Regional Park
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Black Hill Regional Park — $10 for members, $30 for non-members — Enjoy kayaking, hiking, and fellowship in a beautiful outdoor setting.
The Crumb Exchange: Sweet Treat Swap
3-5 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticket required — Taste and trade delicious homemade desserts with fellow bakers and food enthusiasts.
Medicaid Informational Table
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Holy Cross Health Center in Gaithersburg — Free entry — Discover Medicaid eligibility and member benefits with Maryland Physicians Care representatives.
Stringtown Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mayan Monkey Brewing Co. — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live music by Stringtown in a local favorite brewery.
Tasty Books: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Casey Community Center — Free entry — Dive into a sensory journey of stories with crafts and tasty snacks.
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