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Gaithersburg
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Guapo’s, founded in the early 1990s by Hector Rincón, became a local favorite when its Gaithersburg outlet at Rio Lakefront opened in 1994 and remains one of Montgomery’s busiest restaurants. The restaurant serves sizzling fajitas and salt-rimmed margaritas that continue to draw families, college students, and coworkers from across the region. The MoCo Show
- ➤ California Tortilla will close its Gaithersburg restaurant at 12211 Darnestown Road on November 2, a store representative confirmed today—this fast-casual Mexican restaurant in Quince Orchard Marketplace across from Quince Orchard High School has been a local favorite but will soon serve its final meals—. The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FOX 5’s team went live from Markoff’s Haunted Forest in Dickerson Thursday evening—capturing Halloween scares and excitement for local viewers. The broadcast featured reports by Jim Lokay, Marina Marraco, Angie Goff and Chad Ricardo as they highlighted the event’s spooky attractions. FOX 5
- ➤ Montgomery Parks invites community members to honor Maryland Emancipation Day on November 1 with events that include a guided hike at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park, museum tours at Josiah Henson Museum and interactive activities at Oakley Cabin. The celebrations—designed to educate and reflect on Maryland’s 1864 abolition of slavery—will include exhibits, storytelling and cultural programs. The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Montgomery County Council approved a bill that lets residents and small commercial electric customers choose competitively priced renewable electricity through a community choice aggregation program — using bulk purchasing to help keep rates stable. The policy was introduced amid shifts in federal energy policy — as county officials work to maintain reliable clean energy options for consumers. Montgomery Community Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County teen Drew Mendelow relaunched his T1D1 app today after receiving FDA clearance — the app helps kids track insulin and blood sugar levels. He said funding and consultant support allowed him to complete the required human factor study, and he plans to add languages and new features soon. FOX 5
- ➤ Ryan’s Place opened Wednesday on Beechcraft Avenue in Gaithersburg to serve developmentally disabled individuals and their families with integrated medical care. Founded by Debbie Sahlin and Greg Miller, the center was partly funded by a Montgomery County Technology Innovation Fund grant to meet unique needs. Montgomery Community Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County football week 8 previews show that several key games will have playoff impact as teams get ready this weekend. Predictions note that matchups such as Gaithersburg versus Magruder + Sherwood versus Damascus will help shape postseason seeding. The MoCo Show
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Skateboarding Group Lesson
10 AM – 12 PM — Gaithersburg Skate Park — Registration required — Learn new tricks and improve your skills in a tailored group setting.
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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.
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Kentlands/Lakelands Group Run
7-8:30 p.m. — Lakelands Park Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a community group run through the beautiful Lakelands and Kentlands neighborhoods.
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Halloween Boo Bash at Dave & Buster's
4-7 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — $14.99 — Celebrate Halloween with family-friendly activities, crafts, and games in a safe environment.
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The Upcounty Hub Five-Year Anniversary Gala
6-9 p.m. — Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center — Tickets available — Celebrate 5 years of community impact with dinner, live entertainment, and inspiring stories.
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Halloween Pint Night!
6-8 p.m. — Dogfish Head Alehouse — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy spooky decorations and themed cocktails at a festive Halloween gathering.
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Montgomery County Career Firefighters Gala
6-11:30 p.m. — Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center — Celebrate the heroes of our community with an evening of food, music, and heartfelt tributes.
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2025 Fall Mini Sessions
2:30-6 p.m. — Bohrer Park — $75 — Capture cozy fall memories with beautiful portraits in stunning autumn hues.
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Monday Night Bowling
7-9 p.m. — Lucky Strike Gaithersburg — Cost varies — Enjoy an entertaining evening of bowling with friends in a lively atmosphere.
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Women’s Craft Social: Felt Flowers Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Free entry — Enjoy crafting and conversation while learning to make beautiful felt flowers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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