Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Montgomery County Police reported that on August 9 a fatal collision occurred on New Hampshire Avenue in Brookeville when 30-year-old motorcyclist Patrick Adam Smith of Bowie lost control of his black 2006 Triumph Rocket III and struck a silver 2013 BMW 128i—killing him at the scene.

Detectives from Montgomery County Police Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for help locating missing 14-year-old Zion Brandy, who was last seen on August 8 at about 5 p.m. in the 400 block of Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg and is described as 5-foot-9 and 180 lbs with brown eyes and long black braids (wearing a tan sweatshirt, grey biker shorts and pink Crocs) and anyone with information should call (301) 279-8000.

Montgomery County Council Parent-Teacher Associations called the Inspector General’s report shocking after it showed more than 12,000 MCPS employees and 4,900 others with student access did not receive required background checks — raising concerns about school safety.

The PTAs urged district leaders and state officials to review and fix these oversight gaps quickly.

D.C.-area schools must offer alternative reading options for classroom lessons when students return this fall after a Supreme Court ruling that allows parents to opt out if they have religious objections to certain books.

School systems say teachers will work with families to choose age-appropriate materials — a change designed to meet both parental concerns and educational standards — as new school terms begin.

After losing his father to cancer on October 2, Marty Fischer, a Montgomery County resident in his 40s, will make his official boxing debut on September 25 at 7:30 p.m. at The Wharf in Washington DC to fight cancer + honor his father's legacy.

He has trained in boxing for 20 years and invites community support for his cause.

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.

Bingo Event

10-11:30 a.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Registration required — Enjoy multiple rounds of Bingo with chances to win prizes and light refreshments.