Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Tristan Courtland Turner left his Montgomery Village home on August 20, 2005, to travel to Baltimore—he never returned and his disappearance remains unsolved as Montgomery County Police continue to seek leads.

Montgomery County Police identified a man in all-black clothing who took photos at St. Patrick’s Church in Olney on Sept.

1 and found no evidence he posed a threat—he cooperated with the investigation.

U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a $150,000 reward for information to arrest a suspect who robbed a letter carrier on August 12 at 12:03 p.m. near 14214 Castle Boulevard in Silver Spring—suspect described as a Black male aged 18—25 in a long—sleeve shirt with locs who fled in a 2009—2011 silver Toyota Corolla missing its driver—side rear hubcap.

On October 4, the Germantown October Fest will be held along Century Boulevard and the BlackRock Center for the Arts lawn with live music from Nine Days, a parade with local groups, a beer garden, food trucks, and a free children’s carnival.

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce organizes the free event—supported by Montgomery County and BlackRock—to celebrate Germantown’s traditions and cultural diversity.

Montgomery County Department of Transportation announced a detour on Ride On Route 56 at Edison Park Drive and Main Street in Gaithersburg due to construction—riders should use stops before and after the bypassed locations; the change will last through late September.

MCDOT installed over 200 'No Turn on Red' signs across Montgomery County as part of the Safe Streets Act of 2023 to boost pedestrian and cyclist safety.

The signs were placed in high-density areas (including Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Silver Spring, Wheaton, Germantown, Glenmont, Twinbrook, and White Flint) and drivers face a $90 fine for making right turns on red where they are posted.

The Maryland Department of Transportation announced $50.8 million in funding for pedestrian, bicycle and roadway improvements along Georgia Avenue in Montgomery Hills.

Final design work is underway and construction will begin in spring 2028 to boost safety and connectivity for all users.

Sal Riley, a longtime MCPS security coordinator who was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2024 and is now cancer-free, shared his personal journey and the need for more men to check their health.

He and his wife started the grassroots campaign Cancer Doesn’t Care—Be Aware to raise awareness about a disease rarely considered in men.

Macramé Bag Charm Workshop

2-3:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost included — Create a unique bag charm or keychain while learning macramé techniques in a supportive environment.

Discover Dance

5:00 PM – 5:45 PM — Casey Community Center — Open to children — Experience the joy of dance through music, movement, and self-expression.

Exploring AI with Senior Planet

11 AM – 12 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Dive into the world of artificial intelligence with workshops and classes tailored for seniors.

KAGW Thiranottam 2025: Golden Jubilee Onam Celebration

8:30 AM - 8:30 PM — Gaithersburg High School — Free entry — Celebrate 50 years of Onam with a feast, cultural performances, and competitions galore.

Half Price Games Wednesdays at Dave & Buster's

11 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Half price on games — Experience the thrill of arcade gaming without breaking the bank.

Book & Movie Meetup: Room

12:30-3 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Dive into thought-provoking discussions on 'Room' before enjoying its film adaptation.

Lotería Night Celebration

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun-filled night of Lotería, crafts, and community spirit.

Karate - Little Ninjas

9:50-10:20 a.m. — Activity Center at Bohrer Park — Fee includes uniform — A youth program designed to build confidence, self-discipline, and focus in children ages 3-7.

Open House at 449 Leaning Oak Street

5-7 p.m. — 449 Leaning Oak Street — Free entry — Explore a beautifully designed Colonial townhouse in the charming Lakelands community.

Basic English Conversation Class

12:30-1:20 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Enhance your English speaking and writing skills through engaging activities in a supportive setting.