Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Wushiland Boba is opening its first Maryland location today at 12266E Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza (space once used by Tiger Sugar); the soft opening through July 31 offers 12% off drinks from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., with $1 off vouchers starting Aug.

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A WalletHub report found Maryland ranked third nationally for early education with strong affordability marks (1st for monthly child care fees) but lower preschool enrollment, and the study was published Tuesday, July 28.

Seven Montgomery County students received $2,500 scholarships from the Dunkin’ DMV Regional Scholarship Program on July 28.

The awards honored applicants (selected from over 2,300 high school students) for their academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement.

Montgomery County Public Schools reported Tuesday, July 28 that students improved in science, English, and math during the 2025-2026 school year, exceeding state averages and marking a second consecutive year of gains according to the Maryland State Department of Education.

Montgomery County Council approved a job-creation zoning initiative to attract major employers and boost investments by speeding up project reviews that must generate at least 200 new jobs.

The measure, introduced Tuesday by Council President Natali Fani-González, targets strategic industries to foster regional growth.

White Oak Medical Center received a national award for heart attack care after meeting rigorous standards in 2024 and 2025; the recognition underscores its steady commitment to quality care in the community.

Greenbrook Mental Wellness Centers will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new 7,000 sqft mental health center on Wednesday, August 5 in Rockville at 15001 Shady Grove Road, Suite 220.

The center will offer TMS treatment + SPRAVATO while serving as a hub for clinical research.

FTG's Mid-Summer Heat - Relief

4-7 p.m. — Coastal Flats — Free entry — Beat the heat with cold cocktails, beer, wine, food, and fun at this summer happy hour.

Kids Baking Class: Sugar Skills at Casey Community Center

5:00 – 6:30 PM — Casey Community Center — Registration not yet open — Young chefs learn to bake brownies and blondies while gaining essential kitchen skills.

C is for Cookie Creative Workshop

9:30 – 10:15 AM — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Cost varies — Enjoy a fun, hands-on art session inspired by Cookie Monster for kids ages 18 months to 6 years.

Fiber Frenzy Summer Camp

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Registration required — Immerse kids in fun fiber-art crafts like crochet and cross stitch at this creative summer camp.

Synergy Dance Fitness

7-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Fee required — Enjoy high-energy choreography set to a diverse range of global music styles.

G-Corps Community Service Program

8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Gaithersburg Youth Center in Olde Towne — Earn up to 25 SSL hours — Engage in community service activities including stream clean-ups and food preparation.