Good morning, Gaithersburg.

The annual Fall Makers Market will be held at Rio Lakefront along Grand Corner Avenue from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on October 25 and 26—more than 50 local artisans will offer handmade crafts, jewelry, home décor and food options while children ride a carousel free with a paying adult.

Montgomery Donuts was a long-loved bakery that began in Silver Spring and expanded to nine shops before closing when it was sold in 2001 and a snowstorm collapsed its Rockville plant—its family legacy lives on despite recent spoof signs suggesting a comeback.

Patrick Mayo, who worked there as a child, said the memory of the bakery remains strong among locals.

Tony and Lacy Prebula announced they are stepping away from Saints Row Brewing to focus on family and ease growing administrative demands—after more than eight years of building a local craft beer favorite.

They will work over the coming year to find new ownership that can continue the brewery's legacy in Montgomery County.

Montgomery County teacher and wrestling coach Richard Tyler Jr. earned global acclaim for his independently produced comic series Jaycen Wise, which follows an immortal hero returning stolen artifacts to their rightful places; his Kickstarter campaign surpassed its goal in 45 minutes and the comic is now being developed into a live-action television project — a sign of his enduring creative vision.

Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas W.

Taylor released a new six—year facilities plan for Fiscal Years 2027 through 2032 to repair and modernize 238 aging school buildings, with top priorities including rebuilds at several sites and the removal of Gaithersburg’s Whetstone Elementary from the current construction schedule amid a projected drop of 2,600 students. The Board of Education will vote on the proposal in November and hold public hearings to gather community input.

Montgomery County officials said that a meeting on Tuesday showed nearly 35% of households do not have enough income for basic needs and about 10% qualify for SNAP, which is funded through October.

They added that offices are preparing for potential federal grant cuts—carefully watching new federal policies.

Montgomery County high school football enters Week 7 as teams plan key games that could shift playoff seeding and build momentum.

Gaithersburg will face Richard Montgomery on Thursday while other schools, including Northwest and Blake, aim to prove their strength—coaches expect strong offensive and defensive plays in the upcoming matchups.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00 a.m. — Dave and Buster's Gaithersburg — Cost of wings at $10 — Score big with game day deals and wing specials.

Saints Row Pub Run

6:15-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — No cost — Enjoy a friendly run followed by refreshing pints with fellow running enthusiasts.

Casey's Boo Bash

10 AM – 12 PM — Casey Community Center — Free entry — A spook-tacular family Halloween party full of magic and mischief awaits for all ghouls and goblins.

The Praise Explosion: The Wall of Jericho Will Fall

2-5 p.m. — Rebirth Christian Center — Free entry — Experience dynamic worship and prophetic declarations for spiritual breakthroughs.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Cost-effective wings — Score big with game day deals at D&B including 10 wings for $10.

Discover Dance

5:00 PM — Casey Community Center — Cost TBA — Children will enjoy dance through music and creative expression in a fun environment.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — 10 wings for $10 — Score big with game day deals and enjoy a fun atmosphere.

Haunted House Keepsake Workshop

10:00 – 10:45 AM — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Registration required — Create spooky handprint ghosts and a keepsake haunted house picture with your child.

Skateboarding Group Lesson

10 AM – 12 PM — Gaithersburg Skate Park — Registration required — Learn new tricks and improve your skills in a tailored group setting.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Special deals on wings — Experience game day excitement with food deals and fun activities.