Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Arby’s will begin construction after Labor Day at its future Derwood location and aims to open before year-end.

The restaurant will replace McDonald’s at 7200 Muncaster Mill Road in the Red Mill Shops shopping center and carries a long local dining history.

Historian Anthony Cohen is retracing the Underground Railroad on his Freedom Walk from Sandy Spring to Toronto by using historic maps (including the Harriet Tubman Journey to Freedom statue) to mark America’s 250th anniversary; he will cross into Canada on July 1 and complete his journey on July 4.

Montgomery County teacher Natalie Blank recently released her fourth young adult novel Rock Bottom Rise, telling the story of an 18-year-old rebuilding his life.

She will share her journey with Girl Scout troops, schools and libraries (offering creative inspiration to local readers) in the coming weeks.

S.L. Nusbaum Realty closed a $14.8M sale of over 35 acres in Stafford County for the future Buc-ee’s near Exit 140 along I-95.

The planned 74,000 sqft travel center will create about 200 jobs for Maryland shoppers, though a groundbreaking date is not yet set.

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.

Lash OUT Press ON - Press on Nails Pop Up

9 AM - 3 PM — Amazing Lash Studio — Free entry — Explore custom press-on nails and lash services while enjoying a day of Y2K-inspired beauty fun.

Family Fishing Day with YFL

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Izaak Walton League of America — Free entry — Fun-filled family fishing experience perfect for all ages.

Cars & Coffee Gaithersburg

8-10 a.m. — Rio Lakefront — Free entry — Come enjoy classic cars and great coffee at this monthly local meet-up.

Color Explosion Summer Camp

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost of registration — A week of vibrant crafting focused on color theory and creative projects for ages 7 to 12.