Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Fish Taco will open its newest location on Wednesday, July 1 at The Shops of Potomac Valley in Gaithersburg.

The family-owned restaurant will offer its Baja-inspired menu at 12117 Darnestown Road and operate daily from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. — replacing a former AT&T store.

New Dunkin’/Baskin-Robbins signage is now installed at 898 Muddy Branch Road in Muddy Branch Square, where interior renovations began two weeks ago to convert the former Starbucks store; the location will open in the coming weeks as construction continues.

Thales Defense and Security expanded its Clarksburg facility after a $4M investment doubled production space and added over 225 local jobs.

The move reinforces Montgomery County’s role as a defense and cybersecurity hub — boosting regional supplier spending over $65M annually.

Montgomery College launched its Collective Impact Institute to unite leaders from education, business, government, philanthropy and nonprofits in tackling community challenges and boosting economic opportunity—unveiled on June 17 at the Bioscience Education Center in Germantown, it will spend its first year engaging with stakeholders to set priorities.

Dan Harwood, longtime educator and basketball coach at Magruder, retired from teaching after 42 years in Montgomery County Public Schools and will continue coaching basketball next season.

He credited his father (who never missed a day) with inspiring his strong work ethic and commitment to students in the community.

Montgomery County residents will soon gain access to housing and health care services as Maryland’s ACIS expansion adds 1,070 slots statewide, increasing capacity to 1,690 participants.

A pilot evaluation found that more than 75% achieved stable housing between 2019 and 2023.

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.

Tween Crafternoon Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Drop-off event — Craft, snack, and make new friends in a creative afternoon.