The chicken sandwich from Isaac’s Poultry Market at 12167 Darnestown Rd in Gaithersburg made it to the top ten in the “best sandwich” category at the World Food Championships in Dallas, Texas on November 12. Earlier this year Issac’s had won the Restaurant Association of Maryland’s “best sandwich competition,” which automatically qualified them for the event. (more…)
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is pleased to announce that Jim Taylor of Towson won the 50th Annual Migratory Game Bird Stamp Design Contest. Taylor is now one of two six-time winners.
The DMV Chocolate & Coffee Festival is coming to Montgomery County on November 7 & 8, 2026, at the Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse in Germantown, Maryland. Get ready to sip, sample, shop, and enjoy a full weekend of family-friendly fun!
Get ready to explore a festival floor filled with top chocolate makers, coffee roasters, bakeries, specialty food vendors, artisan brands and small businesses from across the region and beyond. Sample new flavors, meet the people behind the products and shop directly from the talented makers and businesses who created them.
One of the highlights of this year’s festival is a large-scale chocolate sculpture of George Washington on horseback, created by award-winning chocolate artist Paul Joachim.
The sculpture will be part of a special exhibit exploring chocolate’s place in early American history. Guests can see the sculpture up close, sample colonial-style drinking chocolate, and shop the exclusive Collector’s Heritage Box inspired by the historic drink. It’s a unique opportunity to experience chocolate through art, history, and taste all in one place.
Visit the Sip & Share Seminar Classroom for educational sessions and demonstrations throughout the weekend, all included with your festival admission. Explore topics ranging from ancestral cacao in the Ecuadorian Amazon and the realities of starting a coffee business to craft chocolate and festival trivia. Learn directly from experts and makers as they share their knowledge, demonstrate their craft and offer a closer look at how their products are made.
The DMV Chocolate & Coffee Festival offers an experience the whole family can enjoy. Kids under 12 receive free admission with a ticketed adult and can get creative at our complimentary kids’ craft tables. Festival mascots Chunk & Bean will also be on-site for meet-and-greets and photo opportunities throughout the weekend. Families can even shop for Chunk & Bean plushies, children’s books and other kid-friendly items.
Whether you’re a serious chocolate lover, a coffee enthusiast, a foodie or simply looking for a fun fall outing, there’s something for everyone to see, taste, shop and enjoy.
The DMV Chocolate & Coffee Festival Maryland Edition takes place November 7 & 8, 2026, at the Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse in Germantown, Maryland.
MoCo Show readers can use code MOCO10 at checkout to save 10% on online festival tickets. Grab your tickets and get ready to sip, sample and shop at one of the sweetest weekends of the fall!
Tickets and festival information are available at www.dmvchocolateandcoffee.com.
Per MCDOT: “On Tuesday, Nov. 28, starting at 7 p.m., the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a hybrid meeting to present the proposed alternative for the East Silver […]
Per Montgomery Parks: “Montgomery Parks, announces programming and operating hours for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Thursday, November 23, through Sunday, November 26.
Olney, MD Art Gallery and Studio to present a Pop-Culture themed group Art Exhibit and Artists’ Alley event.
Highly Animated is a 2-month long celebration of the vibrant world of fan art. From classic JRPG nostalgia, to the latest anime obsessions, to amazing original characters, this exhibition will highlight the passion, creativity and talent within fan communities.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a crash on Arcola Avenue and University Blvd. West at approximately 12:30pm on Sunday afternoon. (more…)
With the Washington Commanders now at 4-7 following a loss to the 3-8 New York Giants (two of their three wins are against Washington), Ron Rivera is likely to remain the odds on favorite to be the next NFL head coach to be fired.
Below are Purple Line construction updates in Montgomery County:
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a crash on Arcola Avenue and University Blvd. West at approximately 12:30pm on Sunday afternoon.
Per the State of Maryland: “Governor Wes Moore today signed an executive order to promote workforce development in state public works projects.
Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened, closed, or are coming soon to the Gaithersburg Square shopping center: (more…)
Below is a list of businesses that are new or coming soon to Montgomery Mall in Bethesda: (more…)