Strathmore Announces Return of Live Music Plus a New Open Air Venue
Today, Strathmore announced that they will have live music events again starting in May.
These live music events will take place at The Patio Stage, a new open air venue on the terrace of the Strathmore Music Center.
The Patio Stage will have socially distanced tables that seat up to 4 people each and a maximum of 124 guests. The venue is designed to have “plenty of space for you and your pod” in a “spacious, yet intimate experience.”
Based on renderings shared by Strathmore on Instagram, The Patio appears to be covered by an open air tent decorated with string lights and surrounded by greenery.
Strathmore has held had other COVID-safe events in the past few months, check out our previous post to learn more about some of their recent exhibits and events.
For the full announcement and list of upcoming events, check out this link.
Featured image courtesy of Strathmore’s Instagram page.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
WMATA Plans to Offer Extended Metro Rail Service on Nights When Sporting Events Run Late
WMATA recently announced that on evenings when DC sporting events run late, they will extend metro service.
Starting today (April 27), WMATA will keep their metro trains running for an additional 30 minutes after games end.
Currently, Metrorail service is provided daily until 11:00 PM. Metro’s “flex” service offered after sporting events will extend the train hours until midnight at the latest.
This extended service will be offered after Caps, Wizards, Mystics, Washington Football Team, Nats, and DC United games from now until the end of the year.
During these extended hours, only the stations closest to the arenas will be open for entry– all other stations will be exit only.
You can see the full update from WMATA here, including which stations will remain open for entry.
Featured photo courtesy of WMATA’s instagram.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
Pike & Rose Updates: URBNmarket Pop-Up Happening Soon, Pike Central Farm Market Returns This Weekend
URBNmarket, a pop-up market featuring local vendors, will be at Pike & Rose from Friday 4/30 through Sunday 5/2. URBNmarket sellers will be offering a selection of handmade and vintage goods.
Over 40 different small businesses will be selling their wares throughout the course of the weekend. Each day of the market will bring a different lineup of these vendors.
Previously, URBNmarket has popped up in Bethesda Row and a few places in Northern Virginia (Reston, Mosaic, and Merrifield). This will be their first time popping up in Pike & Rose.
Check out the full list of vendors below:
You can learn more about URBNmarket here.
After a few months break, Pike Central Farm Market will return to Pike & Rose starting this weekend. You can find them in the REI parking lot every Saturday from 9am-1:30 PM. Their season traditionally goes from late April until December.
Pike Central Farm Market has a rotation of 40 vendors ranging from produce, artisan foods, bakeries, wineries and distilleries, handcrafted goods, seafood, and more.
Besides their Pike & Rose location, Central Farm Market also has year-round locations in Bethesda and Northern VA.
You can learn more about Pike Central Farm Market and see a list of their vendors here.
Featured photos courtesy of Central Farm Market and URBNmarket’s instagrams.
By Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
MoCo Jobs Update: Week of April 11
At The MoCoShow, we know that times are tough for a lot of our community members right now. We created a job roundup to share information about employment opportunities– both to support folks who are looking for jobs and to also support the growth of local businesses.
If you know of a job that is hiring, let us know by filling out the brief form at the bottom of the page– there is no cost for sharing your job openings with us through this form. Our jobs column relies on input from readers like you!
In our job round up for this week, we have openings for landscapers, administrative assistants, boxing coaches, case managers, servers, and more!
See our full list below, brought to you by @pike.and.rozay.
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Job description: Landscaping Crew Leader/ Crew Member
Company name: Green Acres Landscaping and Tree Service
If interested, contact: Bradley, [email protected] or 3012781049
Skills or experience: Relevant experience preferred
Job location: North Potomac
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
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Job description: Senior Administrative Assistant
Company name: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
If interested, contact: [email protected]
Online application:https://recruiting.ultipro.com/AME1077ASLHA/JobBoard/36aef174-e71b-4d95-9222-007124a820cb/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a4372568-3f21-44cb-aecf-6201de1140e9
Skills or experience: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, 4-6 years administrative experience, Intermediate technical skills including word processing, data management, presentation development. Microsoft Office Suite preferred. Ability to prioritize, organize and successfully carry out work and projects. Strong oral and written communications skills.
Job location: Rockville
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Mix of both
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Pay/salary: Salary Range (Non-Negotiable): $67,014 – $74,460 https://www.asha.org/careers/asha-jobs/benefits/
Additional info: The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support for the Chief Staff Officer for Multicultural Affairs and staff in the Multicultural Affairs Cluster, as well as to coordinate and maintain an effective and efficient flow of work for the Office of Multicultural Affairs.
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Job description: Case Manager
Company name: Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless
If interested, contact: Email [email protected] for questions. To apply, you must apply online at website below.
Online application:https://mcch.net/careers/
Skills or experience: We have various Case Manager positions open that vary slightly by program. You can learn more at our website https://mcch.net/careers/. Experience with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use, mental health is preferred. Career field is for those interested in social work, case management, and/or human services.
Job location: Rockville
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Mix of both
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Additional info: Happy to take emails, but best way to get noticed is by applying online at our website.
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Job description: AmeriCorps VISTA Member
Company name: The Civic Circle
If interested, contact: Eliza Newlin Carney, [email protected], (301) 588-5019.
Online application: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=101810&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=idealist
Skills or experience: Passion for our mission to advance democracy and civic learning, Bachelor of Arts degree, interest in education, youth and the arts, history of volunteer work and community engagement, and eagerness to learn the skills of nonprofit governance, including fundraising, capacity building, strategic planning, evaluation and program development.
Job location: Silver Spring, Maryland.
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Mix of both
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Pay/salary: $20,592
Additional info: This is a chance to make a valuable social impact while gaining skills in curriculum and program development, marketing, evaluation and nonprofit governance. This is a paid position with full benefits and professional development opportunities.
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Job description: Colada Shop is hiring for all positions (line cooks, cashiers, baristas, bartenders, supervisors), at their new location in Potomac MD in the Cabin John Village Plaza.
Company name: Colada Shop
If interested, contact: Mario Monte, [email protected]
Online application: www.coladashop.com/careers
Skills or experience: Experience in customer service is ideal, all are welcome to apply.
Job location: Potomac, MD
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
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Job description: Server/Bartender
Company name: Full On Craft Eats & Drinks
If interested, contact: Julie Harris, [email protected] (240) 669-3875
Skills or experience: 1 year of serving or bartender experience in a full service restaurant
Job location: Rockville, MD
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Additional info: Full On has remained extremely busy during COVID and continues to get busier! We are looking for high energy, enthusiastic servers/bartenders to join our team. Full time or part time hours available & great money. Come be apart of a team where money is the name of the game and hours are flexible.
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Job description: Part time cashier position 3-4 days/week. Morning or afternoons. English/Spanish speakers preferred.
Company name: Zips Dry Cleaners – Germantown, MD
If interested, contact: Mike Kaplan (owner) [email protected]
Online application: 321zips.com
Skills or experience: Customer service, rapid paced work environment. Spanish/english preferred.
Job location: Germantown, MD.
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
Is this job full time or part time?: Part time
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Job description: Landscape Sales/ Estimator
Company name: Rock Creek Tree, Turf and Landscape, LLC
If interested, contact: Chris Quintanilla/ [email protected]/ 301-580-6023
Skills or experience: Landscape Estimator, Sales
Job location: Rockville, MD
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Pay/salary: 15-25/hr
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Job description: Coach/Group Instructor (Part-Time)
Company name: Donte’s Boxing Gym
If interested, contact: Hiring – [email protected]
Online application: https://www.dontesboxinggym.com/apply
Skills or experience: Who you are: You have a love for people and desire to help others become their best selves
You listen well and connect easily with others.
You believe that building trusting relationships is key to your team’s success You have a passion for health and wellness, and you reflect this in your lifestyle
You have a background or a strong interest in learning and teaching boxing to others
You take ownership over your personal growth, the choices you make, and the direction of your life
You’re comfortable with the idea of leading others and working in a team
You adapt to new situations easily and can be flexible to meet the needs of the business
You’re relentlessly curious and have a strong appetite for learning new things
You’re a fast learner that’s organized and solution-oriented with exceptional attention to detail
You’re punctual and have exceptional time-management skills
Must hold a current CPR/AED/First-Aid certification.
If hired, this certification can be obtained during coach training but is required before you’re placed on the schedule. Must be in great physical condition as this position requires you to lead a physically demanding workout and lift heavy equipment for classes.
Extensive training is provided for hired coaches but prior experience personal training and/or teaching group fitness classes (especially boxing) is a huge plus.
Job location: Rockville
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
Is this job full time or part time?: Part time
Pay/salary:
Additional info: Donte’s is committed to helping our members and community become the best versions of themselves through boxing, wellness, and genuine connection. Our coaches are more than trainers––they’re leaders that care deeply about people and use their knowledge to educate, inspire, and invest in others. We’re currently seeking coaches to lead classes at our gym in Rockville and lead off-site classes at nearby locations in the Rockville, North Potomac, and Germantown areas.
Individuals selected for this role will undergo a comprehensive training program that lasts about 4 weeks. This includes: Education on basic boxing technique and exercise principles Expert-led technique and conditioning intensives Expert-led coaching workshops On-the-job experience assisting experienced coaches before leading your own classes Training in leadership, culture and community building Training in client relationship management and guest experience
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Job description: Carpenter/construction help
Company name: Life builders & Renovations
If interested, contact: Anthony Kimery (life [email protected]) (240-604-3773)
Skills or experience: Basic Construction skills (i.e tape measurement, drilling, basic power tools), able to lift at least 60 lbs independently
Job location: Throughout Montgomery county, MD (different clients)
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully in-person
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Pay/salary: minimum $15.00 (or higher dependent games of experience)
Additional info: Needs to have reliable transportation and on time and available to work according to schedule and deadlines.
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The Annual MCPS Art Show Is Virtual This Year
In years past, MCPS has celebrated and showcased student artwork by hosting displays at Lakeforest Mall and most recently Westfield Montgomery. This year, the MCPS art show is entirely virtual. You’ll find art from elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, special programs, and even a page showcasing work created by art educators around the county.
We spoke with MCPS Fine Arts Content Specialist Sarah Neubold, who shared her thoughts on having a virtual art show. “The purpose of the annual MCPS All-County Art Show is to provide an opportunity to showcase the depth, breadth and rigor of the visual art programs at all MCPS schools…The online platform allows us all to celebrate the accomplishments of students while we are still apart… I am so impressed by the perseverance demonstrated by our students and quality of work they have produced…”
When asked about what she hopes the community sees when they look through the exhibit, Neubold responded that she hopes they see how “visual art classes have played a critical role for our students… Our young artists have demonstrated that creativity and innovative thinking are essential life skills that can be developed (even during a global pandemic). Our outstanding art educators have gone above and beyond this year to create positive learning experiences that promote self-expression and social-emotional support. ”
The MCPS virtual art show website will be available throughout the remainder of this school year.
Below you’ll see a selection of some pieces that caught our eye. You can take a look at the county art show here.
Featured artwork courtesy of the MCPS art show website.
Nardos M., Wheaton High School
Voin S., North Bethesda Middle School
Kendall Y., 2nd grade, Darnestown Elementary School
Jill W., 8th grade, John Poole Middle School
Christopher M., Grade 12, Longview School
Vinita Y., Grade 12, Gaithersburg High School
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
Just Announced: Plans for “Rose Village”– a New Mixed-Use Community in North Bethesda
Rose Village will be located to the West of Pike & Rose, bordered by Montrose Parkway, Towne Road, and Executive Blvd (not in Rockville city limits).
Plans for Rose Village include seven new buildings, green space, and a pavilion built around two existing buildings. The new buildings will offer retail, office, and residential spaces.
As shared by Friends of White Flint, the property is 21.5 acres of land that will be developed into 2,000 residential units plus 2.5 million square feet of other mixed-use properties.
A timeline for the project has not yet been announced, but the project will go before the Montgomery County Planning board later this month.
Images courtesy of Google Maps and the Montgomery County Planning Board.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
Gong Cha Is Coming to The Block
Gong Cha, an international Bubble Tea chain, is opening a stall in The Block.
Gong Cha is best known for brewing fresh tea and cooking fresh pearls (boba) every 4 hours, per their website. They also are known for their Milk foam, which is a slightly salted cream topping added to their drinks. They focus on quality, innovation, service, and adding new trendy elements to traditional teas.
Gong Cha has over 1,500 locations internationally, this will be their ninth Maryland location. Their other MoCo locations are along Rockville Pike (their flagship location), inside The Spot in Rockville, and in downtown Bethesda.
We spoke with a Gong Cha staff member who estimated that they’ll be open around April 15.
Gong Cha is not the only new vendor joining the Pike & Rose foodhall– A little while ago, we let you know that BB.Q Chicken and Kyoto Matcha will be new additions to The Block as well.
You can learn more about Gong Cha here.
Featured photo courtesy of Gong Cha DMV on instagram.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
Kyoto Matcha and BB.Q Chicken Coming to The Block
The Block in Pike & Rose announced today that two new vendors would be opening soon.
Kyoto Matcha, a matcha and dessert-focused restaurant, will take over the stall that used to house SnoCream.
Their menu features ice cream, cakes, soba, mochi, and more flavored with matcha, purple sweet potato (ube), rose, maple, and other Japanese delicacies. (Read more about Kyoto Matcha here.)
Kyoto Matcha currently has locations in Rockville Town Center and Ellicott City.
BB.Q Chicken, an international Korean chicken franchise, is also coming soon to The Block.
Despite often standing for barbecue, BB.Q in this case, stands for “Best of the Best Quality”.
BB.Q Chicken offers fried chicken, sauced chicken, Korean favorites (dduk bokki– rice cakes in a red chili sauce, bulgogi rice bowls, jjim-dak– braised chicken in red chili sauce), soups, munchies, and more.
BB.Q Chicken currently has a location in Traville Gateway as well as Centreville, VA.
We spoke with a staff member at The Block, who estimates that both places could be open as soon as mid-April.
You can learn more about Kyoto Matcha here and BB.Q Chicken here.
BB.Q Chicken photo courtesy of their social media, Kyoto Matcha photo courtesy of Taste MoCo.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
At The MoCoShow, we know that times are tough for a lot of our community members right now. We created a job roundup to share information about employment opportunities– both to support folks who are looking for jobs and to also support the growth of local businesses.
If you know of a job that is hiring, let us know by filling out the brief form at the bottom of the page– there is no cost for sharing your job openings with us through this form. Our jobs column relies on input from readers like you!
In our job round up for this week, we have openings for servers, database developers, drivers, development coordinators, and more!
See our full list below, brought to you by @pike.and.rozay.
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Job description: Server and/or support staff
Company name: Vasili’s Kitchen
If interested, contact: Angelo Xenakis, [email protected]
Online application: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/All/495a37aa-110d-4399-a570-25906a1ae7f1/Vasilis-Kitchen
Skills or experience: Customer service skills, attention to detail, strong work ethic, willing to learn
Job location: Kentlands – Gaithersburg, MD
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: In person
Additional info: Must be available nights and weekends!
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Job description: Kona Krew Driver/server
Company name: Grandma Kona LLC
If interested, contact: Please email Grandma Kona— [email protected]
Skills or experience: Clean driving record and must love serving customers at all types of events
Job location: Upper Montgomery county
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: In person
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Additional info: We are looking for fun energetic people who can work independently
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Job description: Kitchen and Waitstaff
Company name: Bear Brick Oven Co
If interested, contact: [email protected]
Skills or experience: Restaurant preferably pizza
Job location: Cloverly
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: In person
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Job description: Database Developer
Company name: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Online application: https://www.asha.org/careers/asha-jobs/jobs-at-asha/database-developer/
Skills or experience: BA in Computer Science, Information or a related field. 1-3 years of experience.
Proficiency in writing SQL queries, stored procedures, functions and views. Experience in programming tools, data warehouse / data mart development and business intelligence.
Skills in MS-Windows 10 and higher and MS-Office.
Strong customer service skills, attention to detail, analytical and technical problem-solving skills, etc.
Job location: Rockville
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Mix of both
Is this job full time or part time?: Full time
Pay/salary: Salary Range (Non-Negotiable): $82,441 – $91,601
Additional info: The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 218,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology support personnel; and students.
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Job description: Servers / Bussers
Company name: Gyuzo Japanese BBQ
If interested, contact: [email protected]
Skills or experience: Growth Mindset, Hard Working Attitude, and willing to learn.
Job location: Rockville
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: In person
Additional info: Please email with:
– Full Name
– Availability Days & Time
– Phone Number
– Why you want to work at Gyuzo?
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Job description: Development Coordinator
Company name: The Humane League
If interested, contact: Amanda Smith [email protected]
Online application: https://thehumaneleague.org/single-offer-career?gh_jid=2945243
Skills or experience: Donation Processing: Experienced in processing non-profit donations. Fluent in fundraising-speak, with a solid understanding of various types of gifts received and the unique requirements of each.
Trustworthiness: Ability to safeguard confidential information and perform with a high-level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity. Extreme reliability in handling money.
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tasks through to completion in a fast-paced environment. Must be flexible and have strong planning and organization skills.
Problem Solving: Forward-looking thinker who anticipates needs, actively seeks opportunities, and proposes solutions with strong decision-making capability. Must be self-directed.
Communication: Ability to write and speak clearly and effectively, and to interact with all staff, donors, volunteers, and the public in a positive, professional, and friendly manner.
Job location: Rockville, MD
Is this job remote, in-person, or a mix of both?: Fully remote
Is this job full time or part time?: Part time
Pay/salary: $18.80 hourly
Additional info: The Development Coordinator will report to the Director of Annual Giving and will be responsible for retrieving, sorting, processing, and acknowledging donations. With our mail program undergoing rapid growth, it is more important than ever that these gifts are handled professionally and our donors receive our gratitude in a timely manner. The Development Coordinator sets the tone for our relationship with our donors and is integral to achieving our stewardship goals. You are a great candidate for this role if you are an experienced donation processor, a critical thinker who is not afraid to propose improvements to existing procedures, and someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work. Your exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and trustworthiness will greatly contribute to your success in this position. This is a part-time Rockville, MD-based position that allows you to work remotely from your home. You must reside within a 15-mile radius of zip code 20849 and have the ability to work 20-28 hours per week. We are only able to consider applicants who possess United States work authorization and are bondable.
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Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is Visiting Bethesda Next Weekend!
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, a traveling food truck selling Hello Kitty-themed treats, shared that they will be parked in the Bethesda Row area on Saturday March 27.
You can expect to find cookies, madeleines, macarons, clothing, bags, and more– all decorated with Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters.
You can find The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck from 10am-7pm on the corner of Elm and Woodmont. Per their facebook event page, face masks and social distancing will be required.
The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck has not made an appearance in Bethesda since 2018– they planned to have an event in the area during March of 2020, but it was canceled due to COVID.
There are two Hello Kitty Cafe Trucks in the US, one that travels up and down the East coast, and one that travels the West coast. Additionally, there are two Hello Kitty Cafes in the US, one in Las Vegas and one in California. You can learn more about the traveling trucks here.
Photos courtesy of the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck instagram.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
Little Firebird Pop Up Turns Permanent at The Block in Pike & Rose
Back in January, the team behind Little Miner taco started offering a new Nashville hot chicken pop up at The Block in Pike & Rose.
The pop up, called Little Firebird, only sold their hot chicken pieces, wings, and sandwiches on Sundays. Often, they would sell out– sometimes in under an hour.
Little Firebird announced on instagram that they would be turning their pop up into a full time operation starting this Sunday, March 21. They’ll be open for business 7 days a week from 11 am-10 pm. They also shared that their hot chicken will be available on all delivery apps as well.
You can learn more about Little Firebird here.
You can read about the team behind Little Firebird (Little Miner Taco) here.
Featured photo courtesy of Little Firebird’s Instagram.
By: Michelle Katz @pike.and.rozay
