MCS Staff, Author at The MoCo Show

Published May 5, 2022 at 10:56AM

Back in December we let you know that DC’s Butter Me Up will be opening a Montgomery County location in Westfield’s Montgomery Mall. The wait is over, as the location opened yesterday according to mall security. Butter Me Up has taken over the old Aroma Espresso Bar location, which is downstairs near the Old Navy entrance.

The breakfast spot, which features “instagrammable” decor, will offer a menu that consists of a variety of breakfast sandwiches, toasts, sides, bowls, smoothies, and juices. A Yelp article named Butter Me Up DC’s best breakfast sandwich, as the restaurant’s first location can be found within HalfSmoke in Florida Ave NW.

Gaithersburg

Construction at Pleasant View Park at Former CPSC Site in Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published May 5, 2022 at 7:35AM

The upcoming 9.54-acre park is located at the former Consumer Product Safety Commission site on Rt. 28. (10901 Darnestown Road). A 16-month construction period is anticipated, with completion in February 2023.

Per the City of Gaithersburg: Because of a supply chain issue, there was a delay in receiving the stormwater piping necessary for the project. This has resulted in some delays in the progress on site. All of the stormwater piping arrived by the start of April and significant progress in installing stormwater piping and inlets has been made along the entrance drive.

Events

Gaithersburg to Recognize Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day

By MCS Staff

Published May 5, 2022 at 7:29AM

Loyalty & patriotism will be on full display as the City joins the nation in honoring all who have given their lives in military service at its Memorial Day Observance on Monday, May 30, 2022, at 11 a.m. at Christman Park. The public is invited to join the Mayor & City Council, Junior Mayor, City staff & honored guests in a tribute to those of all generations who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Joining the May 30 observance will be guest speaker Dr. Richard W. Thomas, MD, DDS, FACS (Major General – Retired). Dr. Thomas retired as a Major General from the United States Army with more than 26 years of service. During his career he commanded at multiple levels within the Army, including serving as the Director of Healthcare Operations & the Chief Medical Officer for the Defense Health Agency; Commanding General of the Western Regional Medical Command; Surgeon General, USFORCES-Afghanistan; Chief, U.S. Army Medical Corps; and numerous other staff & leadership positions. Dr. Thomas has also served multiple combat tours supporting operations in Iraq, Afghanistan & Panama.

Bethesda

Financial Planner Wins $64K Playing Keno in MoCo

By MCS Staff

Published May 5, 2022 at 7:22AM

A man has won $64,000 playing Keno in Bethesda earlier this week.

Per MD Lottery: Meeting up with friends to play Keno together at bars, restaurants and other Lottery retailers is a common practice for many loyal players. Two friends who did so enjoyed unexpected results on May 2 when they each won $64,000 on a 10-spot wager on the same Keno game.

WMATA

Metro Details Plans on Transition to Zero-Emission Bus Fleet

By MCS Staff

Published May 5, 2022 at 7:14AM

New details of Metro’s Zero-Emission Bus Transition Plan, presented at last week’s meeting of the Board of Directors, outlines how the agency will transition to a zero-emission bus fleet including testing and evaluation, infrastructure and facility upgrades, and procurement efforts.

Chevy Chase

Renovations are Coming to Rosemary Hills-Lyttonsville Local Park in Chevy Chase

By MCS Staff

Published May 5, 2022 at 7:09AM

Renovations are coming to Strathmore Local Park in Aspen Hill, thanks to bond bill funding, according to Montgomery Parks. The park will have renovations to the loop trail, upgrades to the courts and fields, and new bike racks, seating, and other amenities. “We’re grateful to Delegate Vaughn Stewart, Delegate Bonnie Cullison, Charlotte Crutchfield – State Delegate for Maryland D19, and Senator Benjamin Kramer for making this project possible.”

A complete list of park projects made possible by the recently secured state funds includes:

Events

2022 Takoma Trukgarten Beer Festival Returns This June

By MCS Staff

Published May 5, 2022 at 7:03AM

The 2022 Takoma Trukgarten Festival will take place on Saturday, June 4th, from 12noon-5:00pm, according to Main Street Takoma. This one-day beer festival features local breweries pouring craft beers and cider: Silver Branch Brewing Co., Smoketown Brewing, Manor Hill Brewing, Streetcar 82, Peabody Heights Brewing Co, Union Brewing, Anxo Cider (check back for more).

GATE TICKETS available on June 4th, 2022 starting at 12noon:

Restaurants

Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken is Now Open in Wheaton; Travilah Square Location Coming Soon

By MCS Staff

Published May 4, 2022 at 7:02PM | Updated June 23, 2022 at 10:22AM

In December we let you know that the founder of Sweet Frog, Derek Cha, will be bringing his take on the Nashville-style hot chicken sandwich to MoCo with Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken. The Wheaton location is now open at 2533 Ennals Ave in Wheaton, in the spot that was formerly home to El Pollo Kiki Riki. Construction is ongoing at the Rockville restaurant, located in the 1,600 sf location that was home to El Mexicano at 10050 Darnestown Road, between Pholuscious and Tropical Smoothie Cafe in the Travilah Square shopping center.

Per our previous report: In collaboration with partner, Mike Kim, the pair visited many successful Nashville-style chicken restaurants in LA, Nashville, and San Francisco, that inspired them develop their “secret chicken recipe to have the most juicy and crispy sandwich.”

MoCo

Teenagers Can Work Out For Free at Planet Fitness Locations Across The County This Summer

By MCS Staff

Published May 4, 2022 at 4:16PM | Updated May 12, 2022 at 9:24AM

Teenagers can work out for free all summer at Planet Fitness. Sign up starts May 16th via the Planet Fitness website. The membership lasts from May 16th until August 31st and allows teenagers to work out for free at their home club via a digital key tag. There are Planet Fitness locations in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Rockville, and two in Silver Spring. Any teenager to sign up for the program is automatically entered for a chance to win a $500 scholarship (one winner per state). Additional information can be seen below.

No parents allowed! Just kidding. Sort of. Although PF welcomes all ages, High School Summer Pass is just for teens 14 – 19. Under 18? Sign up with a parent/guardian (online or in-club) from May 16 – August 31.

Aspen Hill