Good morning, Gaithersburg.

More than 40 local children enjoyed today's Sports Matter Day of Play at DICK’S House of Sport at Rio as they climbed, swung, and played sports with guidance from nine student-athlete mentors.

The event concluded with a surprise $20,000 donation — funding youth programs to expand sports and mentorship opportunities.

The Capital Area Food Bank has launched its summer meal program, serving free meals at 17 sites across Maryland, Virginia + D.C. to help children who lose access to school meals during break with healthy options like chicken nuggets and Lunchables-style pizzas.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue responded on June 16 after a caller spotted an unusual bird perched in a tree in Potomac.

Crews used birdseed to lure the bird, which landed on a responder and was later taken in by Animal Services after a 6-year-old named it (Peckers).

On Monday, June 15, a $50,000-winning lottery ticket was sold at a 7-Eleven in Montgomery Village; the store earned a $500 bonus and it marked the fourth top-prize win in the last five draws, though the winner has not yet claimed the prize.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service crews are on their third day of searching for Nazir Bell, a 20-year-old Germantown resident and Towson University student who went missing while swimming near Great Falls.

The teams used boats + sonar equipment and continue to work along the Potomac River.

Teas’n You Fusion Tea House is preparing to open its first Maryland location at 838 Rockville Pike, taking over the space recently vacated by Cuppa Tea in Rockville (no opening date has been set) so fans can soon enjoy its extensive menu and late-night service.

A Montgomery County Public Schools teacher and Poolesville High School educator Melissa Adams released her debut novel, Meet Me in the Graveyard, blending romance, supernatural elements and local folklore.

Set at her alma mater (St. Mary’s College) and inspired by Maryland history, the book intertwines ghostly legends with historical figures.

County officials detected high levels of PFAS chemicals in a creek and retention pond along Great Seneca Highway and advised residents to avoid contact while assuring that drinking water remains safe.

A community meeting is scheduled today at 7 p.m. +DuFief Elementary School to discuss further steps.

Maryland collected $26.2 million in adult-use cannabis sales tax revenue between January and March 2026, with the Central Region generating $10.7 million and the Capital Region $6.2 million after a tax increase from 9% to 12% on July 1, 2025.

The funds were distributed to several state programs (including Cannabis Administration and Social and Economic Mobility).

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.

Sunday SIP at Dave & Buster's

9 p.m.-close — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Half-priced drinks for service industry pros — Enjoy a relaxed evening with gaming and drinks at a special price.

Lifeguard Training Course

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Gaithersburg Aquatic Center — Registration required — Complete an intensive course to earn your Lifeguard and CPR certifications.

Kids Eat Free Night

5-10 p.m. — Dogfish Head Alehouse — Kids 12 and under eat free with an adult entrée — A fun-filled night for families with crafts and treats.

Stayin' Alive! 70's Dance Party

5-7 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Enjoy a delicious dinner while dancing to disco and classic 70's hits spun by DJ Darrin Carter.

Art Exhibit: Rachel Perlman

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Main Street Apartments — Registration required — Celebrate vibrant mixed-media art while enjoying wine and cheese with the artist.

SummerFest at Bohrer Park

6-11 p.m. — Bohrer Park — $20 application fee — Apply to be a food or beer vendor at this fun-filled local festival.

Intro to Kinusaiga Craft Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticketed event — Explore the art of kinusaiga and create stunning fabric designs in a relaxed, hands-on environment.

Kentlands/Lakelands Group Run

7:00 PM — Lakelands Park Soccer Fields — Free entry — Experience a vibrant community run through scenic neighborhoods at your own pace.