Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Kidcreate Studio is opening a new center at 12121 Darnestown Rd in Gaithersburg where children can join art classes, camps and birthday parties—marketed as Kidcreate Studio Rockville.

A free grand opening event is scheduled on June 28 at 11:00 a.m.—families with children aged 18 months to 12 years are invited to explore art projects and meet instructors.

Montgomery County police investigated an armed robbery that occurred at about 7 a.m. on June 5 at an Exxon on Rockville Pike—where a suspect described as a Black male in his 40s with a medium build, wearing a light scarf, black coat, blue jeans, and tan boots displayed a handgun, stole cash and property, and fled as police offer up to $10,000 for information.

Four men, including Walter Barnes of Potomac, pleaded guilty for their roles in a decade-long bribery scheme involving over $550 million in USAID contracts—Roderick Watson, a contracting officer, is alleged to have received over $1 million in bribes via cash, gifts and false invoices as companies shifted roles from subcontractors to prime contractors.

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced on June 17th that all 55 attorneys general preliminarily agreed to a settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family — a deal that may bring over $90 million to Maryland if local governments join — as participation is still to be confirmed.

Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart introduced Bill 21-25 today to expand child care property tax credit eligibility and raise the maximum credit from $3,000 to $10,000.

The measure aims to support current child care providers and attract new ones — including large family child care homes — as the county faces a decline in available capacity.

Friendship Club

1-2 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Connect with a friendly, Spanish-speaking group for conversation and connection.

Great Falls Hiking Trip

9 AM – 2 PM — Gaithersburg Robertson Park Youth Center — Outdoor adventure — Enjoy a day of hiking at Great Falls Park with fellow enthusiasts.

Drive-In Movie Night — Shine On Together

6-9 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Some snacks provided — Enjoy an outdoor screening of Grease and dance to a DJ before the show.

Open House at 312 Fairgrove Terrace

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM — 312 Fairgrove Terrace — Free entry — Explore this spacious home featuring modern amenities in a desirable neighborhood.

GYC Mini Golf and Pizza Trip

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Gaithersburg Robertson Park Youth Center — Cost not specified — Enjoy a fun-filled day of mini golf and delicious pizza with friends.

Storytime Station

3-5 p.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful morning of books, songs, and movement for children ages 2 to 6.

Watershed Planning Meeting

5:30-9:30 p.m. — 707 Conservation Ln — Free entry — Engage in watershed planning and enjoy an optional bird walk before discussions on local wildlife.

Protect Yourself from AI Scams

12:30-1:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free — Learn to safeguard against increasingly sophisticated scams powered by AI technology.

Sportrock Falling & Commitment Gym Clinic

7 PM - 12 AM — Sportrock Climbing Centers — Minimum 4 students required — Master falling safely and committing to climbing moves in this comprehensive clinic.

Open House at Hidden Creek Community

3-8 p.m. — 20 Inkberry Circle — Free entry — Explore this spacious townhome in a family-friendly community with great amenities.