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Gaithersburg
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Community Risk Reduction Team will host a family-friendly Public Safety Trunk or Treat event on October 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the upper parking lot of Montgomery County Public Safety Headquarters at 100 Edison Park Drive in Gaithersburg — the event will offer candy, costumes and fire safety tips for families. The MoCo Show
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ RASA launched its $10 Shutdown Bowls today to support government employees affected by the federal shutdown — the bowl options include chicken and veggie versions with basmati rice, tikka masala, sautéed spinach, kachumber salad, and two chutneys, while other local spots offered similar discounts for federal workers. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Albert Einstein High School's dance group celebrated 30 years on September 26th during a special event. The group—originally formed as Estudiantes Latinoamericanos Unidos and now known as Titanes Salseros—serves as a symbol of Latino culture, identity and inclusion. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Gaithersburg locals have long shared ghost stories about Game Preserve Road where drivers see strange lights and shadows near Seneca Creek State Park, and an 1876 report of odd events at a bridge started the tale—historians say the old wooden bridge remains add to the mystery. The MoCo Show
- ➤ In Montgomery County, inventor Charles Francis Jenkins launched the nation’s first licensed television station from his Wheaton home on July 2—an event that marked a key milestone in the history of TV. His early broadcast sent simple moving images to a few receivers and paved the way for modern television. The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new DC area initiative called Talent Capital. AI launched on Wednesday to connect displaced federal workers with job opportunities, career coaching and retraining services—Maryland Labor Secretary Portia Wu and DC Mayor Muriel Bowser stressed the need for support amid the government shutdown. WTOP
- ➤ Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will host the East County Community Conversation on Monday, Oct. 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the White Oak Community Recreation Center—one of 12 sessions designed to gather public input for the FY27 operating budget via in-person and virtual options. The MoCo Show
- ➤ County leaders and law enforcement met in Wheaton on Tuesday to discuss a new speed camera fine system that will begin on Wednesday. The fines will rise from $40 to $425 and to $1,000 in work zones—local drivers shared their views on the policy. Montgomery Community Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ District Mobile Dental now brings in-home dental care to seniors and those with limited mobility in Gaithersburg — the service uses advanced portable equipment for checkups, cleanings, and treatments at homes or care facilities. Dr. Dubin and his team, trained as a Certified Dementia Practitioner, offer flexible scheduling and emergency appointments to provide trusted oral healthcare. The MoCo Show
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the midway point of the Montgomery County football season, Quince Orchard leads the Top 10 rankings after a 49-0 win while Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Damascus, and Northwest vie for a spot. Unbeaten teams Sherwood and Churchill prepare for tougher tests — including a game in Gaithersburg — that could shift the playoff race. The MoCo Show
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Tween Night Craft Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Pizza provided — An evening of fun crafts and new friendships for tweens aged 9 to 12.
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Skateboarding Group Lesson
10 AM – 12 PM — Gaithersburg Skate Park — Registration opens soon — Learn to skate with personalized instruction in a fun group setting.
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Gaithersburg Sports Card Pokémon Collectibles Show
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center — $5 admission, free for kids under 12 — Discover a treasure trove of vintage and modern sports cards, Pokémon collectibles, and memorabilia.
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Monday Night Bowling
7-9 p.m. — Bowlero Gaithersburg — Cost varies — Enjoy a relaxed evening of bowling with friends and good times.
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Fall-Themed Resin Art Workshop
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticket required — Create a stunning leaf-shaped resin art tray with a fall motif in this beginner-friendly class.
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Galloping Gourmets at Vinny's Cafe
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Cost not specified — Experience authentic Italian cuisine made from scratch at Vinny's Cafe, a local gem for over 45 years.
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Book Discussion - The Elegance of the Hedgehog
2:00 PM – 11:59 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Engage with fellow readers in a meaningful discussion about Muriel Barbery's novel.
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Saints Row Pub Run
6:15-8:00 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a community running event followed by pints with fellow enthusiasts.
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Mini Makers Fall Preschool Workshop
9:30-11:00 a.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — $20 per child and adult, $12 each additional child — Engage in creative sensory play and craft projects with your little ones.
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STEM Family Sundays at iFLY Washington DC
3:30-6 p.m. — iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Montgomery — Affordable packages available — Experience the thrill of indoor skydiving while learning STEM concepts in a fun, family-friendly environment.
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~ James Clear
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