Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Pike District Pop-Up Park will host free summer activities including a weekly Thursday concert series from June 5 featuring local artists, free Friday salsa nights with dance lessons from June 27 to September 26, and Saturday morning yoga classes starting June 7—all held behind the Montgomery County Conference Center with free two-hour parking in the garage.

At 8:35 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, Montgomery County Police responded to a crash on Sam Eig Highway and Fields Road in Gaithersburg—one passenger in a Toyota Corolla was critically injured while its driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries and Fields Road was closed temporarily with traffic diverted.

Twinbrook Quarter is a new 12 story tower on Rockville Pike that will soon house an 80,000 square foot Wegmans opening June 25 with about 400 employees.

Several restaurants including Terra Gaucha, Genki Wagyu House, Molly Tea, ZiZa Kabob, Bonne Nail Bar, and Slurp Noodles will open in the development by late 2025 — offering a mix of cuisines for local patrons.

Montgomery County police arrested an 18-year-old man from Burtonsville on charges of kidnapping+second-degree assault after he forced an adult woman into his car and shattered her window with a rock, causing minor injuries; he is now held without bond at the county's Central Processing Unit.

Montgomery County Police arrested 18-year-old Joel Akakpo on Monday after a kidnapping that began Sunday, June 1 in Fairland and continued into Prince George’s County—the arrest rescued an adult female who suffered minor injuries from forced entry and broken glass.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications until June 30 for outdoor equity grants that offer funding from the Great Maryland Outdoors Act of 2022 to eligible groups to improve access to camping, fishing, and boating in underserved communities — projects designed to overcome various barriers.

Montgomery County opened a new police station at Paramount Park Drive near the intersection of I-270 and Watkins Mill Road on Monday to serve Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village.

The state-of-the-art facility houses investigative units, a large evidence room and a community room and will support up to 178 staff + volunteers while meeting the county's energy goals.

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.

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.

Weekly Climbing Practice at Sportrock

10 a.m. — Sportrock Climbing Centers — Registration required — Practice climbing skills and enjoy a supportive community atmosphere.

Mediterranean Culinary Experience at Alfredo's

10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Enjoy a delightful culinary journey with Mediterranean sampling from diverse cuisines.

Brookside Gardens Butterfly Experience & Lunch

9:40 a.m.–3:00 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Ticket required — Discover dazzling live butterflies from around the world amidst vibrant floral displays.

Joe Murray Live

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Beers & Cheers Too — Free entry — Enjoy live acoustic classic rock and more in a vibrant local venue.

Munch & Chat - Travel

11 AM – 12 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Non-members pay a drop-in fee — Share tales of past travels with tea, coffee, and good conversation.

Film at Eleven Band Performance

8-11 p.m. — Mayan Monkey Brewing Co. — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music with the Film at Eleven Band.

Open House at 3 Apex Ct

5-8 p.m. — 3 Apex Ct, Gaithersburg, MD — $500,000 — Explore a beautifully updated townhouse close to all conveniences and showcasing modern amenities.

Coloring Book Event

11:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing day of coloring in a creative and friendly environment.