Announcements

Hardwood Artisans, a leading American furniture maker renowned for its handcrafted, heirloom-quality pieces, is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of its Bethesda showroom. The new showroom, located at 7766 Woodmont Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, is slated to open July 1, 2025.

The expanded showroom will offer customers a more immersive and spacious experience, showcasing a wider array of Hardwood Artisans’ expertly crafted furniture collections in a variety of wood types and finishes. The new location is designed to better reflect the company’s commitment to craftsmanship, timeless design, and exceptional customer service.

Sandy Spring Museum invites the community to celebrate a beloved tradition at its 42nd annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 7, 2025. From 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the museum grounds at 17901 Bentley Road in Sandy Spring, Maryland, will transform into a vibrant hub of family-friendly fun.

• Lively performances across two stages showcasing local talent.

What will catch your eye at the INSPIRED! Art Show & Sale, May 3 – June 1 at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown?

Paintings, fiber art, photographs, hand-crafted jewelry, original prints, art books, ceramic pieces, and more – presented by 30 artists of the Art League of Germantown.

Silver Spring, MD – The Montgomery County Pride Center is proud to announce the 9th annual MoCo Pride Prom, a special event for LGBTQ+ high school students and their allies across the DMV area. Taking place on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the Silver Spring Civic Center, this prom provides a safe, affirming space where students can celebrate prom with pride—dressing as they wish, dancing without fear, and making unforgettable memories.

Open to all high school students from Maryland, D.C., and Virginia, the event features a live DJ, catered dinner, raffle prizes, and gift bags, along with access to quiet crafting and game space. Gender-neutral facilities will be available to ensure a comfortable experience for all attendees.

National Philharmonic announces its 2025-2026 Season, which opens in September with a program primarily featuring rarely performed works by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, celebrating NatPhil’s new album release of the composer’s music. The full season includes four orchestral concerts; a choral concert marking the third year of the partnership between NatPhil and The Washington Chorus (TWC); two performances of Handel’s Messiah; and the return of pianist Brian Ganz in recital. All season concerts will be held at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland, the orchestra’s longstanding home in Montgomery County.

“The 2025-2026 Season marks a pivotal moment for NatPhil—artistically and as a staple of the community,” said NatPhil President and CEO Jim Kelly. “The season explores bold new directions, brings familiar classical music to life, and celebrates the release of our first-ever studio album. I can’t wait to welcome audiences in for concerts that celebrate the power of music to inspire and connect.”

📢 ON-SITE Shred Event This Saturday! Partnering with Iron Mountain 📢

Join us at The UPS Store in Montgomery Village (aka Your Favorite UPS Store) for our On-Site Shred Event on April 5th from 11 AM – 2 PM! 🗑️✨ Safely dispose of your confidential documents for just $0.89 per pound.

Get ready to sip and celebrate! The first-ever Maryland Apple Blossom Cider & Mead Festival is coming to Linganore Wine Cellars in Mount Airy on Saturday, April 12th, from 11 am to 4 pm, and Montgomery County is making a big splash!

We’re thrilled to announce that FOUR of Montgomery County’s finest will be among the Maryland cider and mead makers pouring their delicious creations. That’s right, you’ll have the chance to taste the best of our local orchards right alongside other top Maryland cider makers!

Elite studio is recently open at 11254 triangle Ln, silver spring md 20902 in Wheaton

The Grand opening will be April 5th

Potomac Roasting Company has great news. We have new coffee from Peru and Mexico, rounding out our options for freshly roasted coffee from Colombia and Sumatra.

After selling out last fall, our popular Peruvian coffee is back! Produced by the Warmikuna Women’s Group in Junín, it features flavor hints of brown sugar, caramel, and sweet bread. We are also excited to share for the first time an organic coffee from Oaxaca, Mexico with a flavor profile of cocoa, brown sugar, and lime.

To celebrate our grand opening, Lafayette Federal is giving Fallsgrove branch visitors a chance to win one of our weekly drawings for a $200 gift card—or our grand prize for a $500 certificate!

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Lafayette Federal Credit Union is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest branch in Rockville, MD, at the Fallsgrove Village Center. This expansion reinforces Lafayette Federal’s commitment to providing top-tier financial services and personalized banking solutions to the community.

Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration on March 12, 2025, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, featuring exclusive promotions, giveaways, and a chance to meet the Fallsgrove branch team.