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Gaithersburg
Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car crashed into a home just before 2 a.m. Friday on the 400 block of University Boulevard West near Dennis Avenue—its impact sparked a gas-fed fire that displaced 14 people, led to the hospitalization of the driver, and saw 50 firefighters respond to contain the blaze. WTOP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse has received a $2.5 million permit from the City of Rockville to start construction at the corner of Festival St. and Chapman Ave. The restaurant, known for its authentic Southern Brazilian churrasco, will expand into Maryland at Rockville’s Twinbrook Quarter—near the county’s newest Wegmans. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Construction is underway at North Pointe at Flower Hill, a 16,000-square-foot retail and restaurant center at 18251 Flower Hill Way in Gaithersburg that will offer new dining and service options. The developer said base building work will be finished in the next 30 days — Tropical Smoothie Cafe will open first, with PJ’s Coffee, Inspire Nail Bar & Spa and Plaza Mexico to follow. The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Wes Moore said eligible Maryland households will get increased energy assistance benefits from the Office of Home Energy Programs starting Fiscal Year 2026 to help fight rising utility costs. Households that already receive SNAP, SSI, TANF or income based Veterans Affairs benefits will get higher electric benefits of $250—$1,000 and gas benefits of $300—$550 compared to last year’s ranges. The MoCo Show
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A historic shopping center in Olde Towne that once operated as a grain mill was sold for $6.85 million. Prime 1, LLC led by Sekar Venkatesh now owns the 28,260 SF building which is fully leased to tenants including South House Garden, an urgent care facility, a church — and Winkler Automotive. The MoCo Show
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STEM Forward Camp
10 AM – 12 PM — Casey Community Center — Pricing not specified — Engage young minds with a week of exciting STEM activities designed to entertain and educate.
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Spirit Beats: Drumming for Fitness
1:45-2:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Contact for pricing — Experience a full-body cardio drumming workout to upbeat music for all fitness levels.
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Chef JC's Handmade Fettucine Cooking Class
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Refunds up to 3 days before event — Learn to craft homemade fettucine and creamy mushroom sauce while enjoying delicious appetizers.
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Science in the Summer: Be an Athletic Trainer
10-11 a.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free — Explore injury prevention and treatment with interactive activities designed for young aspiring athletic trainers.
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Saints Row Pub Runs
6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a casual evening running with friends and refreshments at Saints Row Brewing.
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Karate - Super Samurais
11:00 a.m. — Activity Center at Bohrer Park — Introductory fee includes uniform — Empower your child with confidence and self-discipline through karate.
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DMV Nerfers Blaster Battle
12-5 p.m. — Airpark Soccerplex — General Admission available — Engage in foam flinging fun with competitive scrimmages for ages 12 and up.
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Vocal Camp
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM — Gaithersburg Youth Center in Olde Towne — Registration required — Cultivate music appreciation and talent while developing singing techniques and enjoying fellowship.
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Cool Climate Wines Wine Class
7-8:30 p.m. — FineWine — Check event page for pricing — Explore the significant impact of climate on wine character and flavor profiles.
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Science in the Summer: Be a Cardiologist
10:00–11:00 a.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free entry — Explore human health by investigating cardiovascular blockages in children-friendly activities.
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~ Bear Grylls
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