Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Doniele Ayres, president of the Montgomery Village Foundation, said Montgomery Village is not part of Gaithersburg—though the nearby city is often used as a reference—and that the community is managed by its own foundation and homeowner associations.

She explained that this unique governance system gives residents a direct voice in local rules.

Donutchew closed its Montgomery Mall location in Bethesda after debuting as a pop-up in November 2023, then moving to a kiosk and later a dessert space next to Macy’s—while the shop continues serving customers at its Gaithersburg Rio Lakefront location opened in 2022.

The Flavor Hive food truck will be at Seneca Valley High School Tuesday, August 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Germantown offering its popular walking taco chips bag, while co-founder Shihan Chowdhury, a Seneca Valley graduate, continues to expand the business with additional locations planned.

The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair crowned its culinary champions at this year’s Fair Foodie Awards—Deli-ish won best overall for its Reuben sandwich, New Orleans Snow Balls DMV was named best dessert, and Pacha Mama Juice Co. earned best drink.

The event honored both a newcomer and returning favorites while also giving Pacha Mama a second prize for its açaí bowl.

Montgomery County Public Schools will open its new academic year as teachers hold pre-service week from August 18 to 22 and selected students (new to MCPS) attend Student Transition Day on August 25 before all students return on August 26.

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.

Senior Information & Assistance

10:30 AM – 3:30 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Appointment required — Get help with senior housing, financial aid, and Medicare from local experts.

King Plaid LIVE at the Rio Lakefront

6 PM – 12 AM — rio — Enjoy food and drinks by the water as King Plaid brings the 90s pop-rock classics to life.