Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Gaithersburg.
Montgomery Parks will allow Class 1 pedal‑assist e‑bikes on nearly 300 miles of trails starting tomorrow.
The directive requires riders to follow posted rules and maintain safe speeds (violators may receive warnings or citations).
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) will offer free Lyft rides for adults 21+ from 4 p.m. Saturday, July 4 through 4 a.m. Sunday, July 5 in Montgomery County and the Washington region.
The rides, valued up to $15, aim to promote safe travel during Independence Day celebrations.
K-Wave is set to open its first Maryland location on Saturday, June 27 at 5534 Randolph Road in Rockville's Montrose Shopping Center (open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.), offering K-Pop merchandise, K-beauty products, stationery, and DIY deco stations with a grand opening celebration featuring giveaways.
Students from MCPS will testify at the Board of Education meeting tomorrow to request clearer guidelines on a memo that requires an administrator review of school publications (guided by national free-speech groups) as rising editors push for change.
Watkins Mill Athletics receives lifetime access to alumnus Adam Bradley’s leadership program, Lead 'Em Up, which offers free onsite training sessions and coaching resources to student-athletes and coaches each season.
The program, valued at approximately *$8,000-$10,000* annually, is the first of its kind for the school.
Montgomery County Public Schools cut its chief of security position held by former Police Chief Marcus Jones as part of a budget-driven restructure.
The new setup places school safety under the Division of School Leadership and Improvement and leaves building-level security unchanged while raising questions from PTA leaders.
A Gaithersburg grandmother claimed a $100,000 Maryland Lottery prize on June 22 after her daughter purchased a Scratch and Match ticket at Giant on Flower Hill Way + kept a tradition.
She said she will use some winnings for a New York City trip while Giant earned a $1,000 bonus.
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.
Resin Art Lazy Susan or Plate Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticket required — Create an ocean-themed or abstract piece in this beginner-friendly resin art class.
Comedy Meets Jazz
7-9:30 p.m. — Mayan Monkey Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a night of sharp comedy and beautiful jazz with talented performers.
Gaithersburg Independence Day Celebration
7 p.m. — Bohrer Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and a lively concert in Gaithersburg.
Marvelous Masters on Canvas Summer Camp
All day — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Tuition required — Unleash creativity by recreating famous works of art inspired by Van Gogh, Monet, and Picasso.
Summer Bracelet Stack Open Studio Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — Locally Crafted Workshop — All-you-can-craft ticket — Create the perfect summer bracelet stack with friends and family.
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