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Gaithersburg
Monday, August 4th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Selva Jayaraman, whose 12-year-old son was rescued from a flash flood at the Bradley Blvd—Mercy Hollow Ln intersection in Bethesda, donated $10,000 to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services as a token of his family's gratitude. The MoCo Show
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AH’HAAN, a full-service Thai restaurant in Gaithersburg, will hold its grand opening on Sunday, August 17th at 237 Kentlands Blvd—taking over the space formerly occupied by Good Fortune Cafe. The restaurant is owned by the team behind Bangkok Garden, which served Bethesda for 37 years and currently operates a Rockville location—aiming to reintroduce popular dishes from its predecessor. The MoCo Show
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the fatal stabbing of Jonathan Simmons-Miller— a Gaithersburg man wounded on July 30 at about 12:20 a.m. on V Street NW and later pronounced dead at a local hospital— and is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for tips leading to an arrest and conviction. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MCPS proposed a six-region magnet school model that ends the countywide high school choice process to reduce transportation costs and promote fairness; Gaithersburg is part of region five (with Magruder, Damascus, Watkins Mill, and Crown) and final recommendations will be released by January with changes starting in fall. The MoCo Show
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Little League teams from the D.C. area played in the Mid-Atlantic Regional games in Bristol, Connecticut, on Sunday and aimed for a spot in the Little League World Series in Williamsport. Capitol Hill Little League led much of the game but lost 8-7 to a Delaware team—Montgomery’s Wolfpack lost 7-2 to a Uwchlan Township team and will play Monday afternoon as winners advance on Tuesday. WTOP
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NARI After 5 Networking Event
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Maryland Carpet & Tile — Free for members, non-members welcome — Network over drinks and hors d'oeuvres with industry professionals.
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Craft Your Room Mini-Camp for Tweens and Teens
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost not specified — Creative camp for youngsters to design personalized room decor like garlands and wall hangings.
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O'McPub Band Performance
7-11 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of the O'McPub Band bringing lively Irish tunes to the fair.
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Let's Talk Wellness & Coping
1-4 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — $65 before July 31st — Engage in an interactive experience focused on mental health, self-care, and essential oil blending.
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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2-3:30 p.m. — Gaithersburg Arts Barn — $45 — Enjoy a hilarious Tony award-winning musical filled with spelling, singing, and audience participation.
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Basic English Conversation
12:30-1:20 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free — Build your English speaking and writing skills with games, puzzles, and more in a supportive environment.
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Canasta Lessons with Annette Thompson
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free for members/$3 for nonmembers — Learn the classic card game Canasta with experienced instructor Annette Thompson.
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O'McPub Band Concert
7-11 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Free entry — Enjoy lively Irish pub tunes and Celtic-inspired folk music from the O'McPub Band.
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Canasta Lessons with Annette Thompson
1-3 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free for members / $3 for nonmembers — Learn the classic card game Canasta with expert guidance.
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RCC Annual Back to School Bash
5-8 p.m. — 640 E Diamond Ave — Free school supplies — Celebrate the end of summer with games, music, and fun as the new school year kicks off.
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