Good morning, Gaithersburg.

The Crossvines in Poolesville has won the 2025 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award for its excellent service and quality.

Spanning 380 acres, the venue features a permanent tent, a Great Room with vaulted ceilings and a championship golf course – details praised by couples.

Detectives from Montgomery County Police are asking for help finding Emiliano Benjamin Rojas, a missing 21-year-old who was last seen on August 4 near 401 River Road in Fredericksburg, Virginia+ he is 5-foot-7, weighs about 190 lbs, has brown eyes and black hair+ and may be driving a 2006 orange Mitsubishi Eclipse with MD license plate 1GM9032.

Montgomery County Police rescued a 6-year-old non-verbal child with autism from a pond behind Germantown Library on August 6 at about 5:40 p.m. + a community member reported he had been missing for 45 minutes and Montgomery County Fire Rescue confirmed he was unharmed.

Pepco today announced a limited-time relief fund for customers with limited to moderate incomes in Washington, DC and Maryland.

Eligible customers may get up to $300 to help pay their energy bills — the donation comes from Pepco’s parent company Exelon through the Salvation Army.

The county will hold a Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday, Aug.

28, at Memorial Plaza to honor those who died of a drug overdose in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day. The event will include a free tour of the COPE trailer, a resource fair starting at 5:30 p.m. and a Candlelight Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. at 101 Monroe Street in Rockville while photo submissions for memorial displays are due by Monday, Aug. 18.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Gaithersburg Sports Card and Pokémon Collectibles Show

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center — $5 admission, free for kids 12 & under — Dive into a treasure trove of sports and collectible cards from local dealers.

Volunteer Stream Walk Training

5:30-6:30 p.m. — 800 Rabbitt Rd — Free entry — Learn how to lead stream walks and help keep local waterways thriving.

Vendor Happy Hour Mixer

5-7 p.m. — 620 Perry Parkway Parking — Complimentary drinks and light bites — Mix, mingle, and grow your network in a relaxed atmosphere.

Lotería Game

11:15 a.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Enjoy a lively game of traditional Mexican Lotería with colorful picture cards.