Washington DC’s dining scene earned national recognition this week as Dōgon, the Afro-Caribbean restaurant led by acclaimed chef Kwame Onwuachi, was named the #1 restaurant on Yelp’s “Best New Restaurants of 2025” list.
Lakeforest Mall officially closed on March 31, 2023, after nearly 45 years in Gaithersburg, and now longtime residents have a chance to bring home a piece of its history. The mall’s outdoor signs are currently up for auction through Capital Online Auctions, with local pickup required. The listing encourages bidders to “own a piece of Gaithersburg history,” noting that multiple outdoor Lakeforest signs are being liquidated.
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Discover St. Martin of Tours School: A Place to Learn, Grow, and Belong!
Looking for a school where your child can grow academically, strengthen their faith, discover their talents, and feel part of a welcoming community? Your family’s next chapter could begin at St. Martin of Tours School in Gaithersburg, Maryland!
For more than 100 years, St. Martin of Tours School has been part of the Montgomery County community, providing students with a strong academic foundation rooted in faith, character, and a sense of belonging. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade, our school offers an environment where children are encouraged to explore their interests, build meaningful relationships, and reach their full potential.
At St. Martin of Tours, education goes beyond the classroom. We believe in helping students grow not only as learners, but also as compassionate, confident individuals who are prepared to make a positive difference in the world.
Come Experience Our School!
Choosing a school is an important decision, and we would love to help you discover what makes our community special!
Join us for an upcoming Open House to explore our campus, meet our teachers and school leadership, learn about our academic programs, and discover the opportunities that help our students grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
Upcoming Open Houses
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Sunday, February 7, 2027 | 2:30–4:00 PM
Bring your questions, meet our community, and picture your child becoming part of the St. Martin of Tours family.
Ready to visit? Register for Open House
Can’t make either date? We would still love to meet you! Schedule a personal tour and experience our school at a time that works best for your family.
Applications Are Now Open for 2027–2028!
A wonderful school experience could be just around the corner!
St. Martin of Tours School is now accepting applications for the 2027–2028 school year. Whether your child is beginning their educational journey in Pre-Kindergarten, entering elementary school, or preparing for middle school, our Admissions Team is here to guide you through the application process and answer your questions.
We look forward to getting to know your family and sharing how St. Martin of Tours can support your child’s educational journey.
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We believe families should have the opportunity to explore a Catholic education for their children. Financial aid applications are also open, and we encourage families to learn more about available assistance as they consider their educational options.
Every family’s situation is different, and exploring financial aid can be an important step in planning for the school year ahead.
Learn More About Financial Aid
At St. Martin of Tours School, every child has the opportunity to be known, supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow. With a tradition of faith, a commitment to academic excellence, and a welcoming school community, we strive to create an experience where students can thrive and families feel connected.
Come discover what makes St. Martin of Tours School a special place to learn, grow, and belong. We can’t wait to meet your family!
St. Martin of Tours School
115 S. Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Phone: 301-990-2441
Email: [email protected]
The City of Gaithersburg will honor the service and sacrifice of the nation’s military personnel during its annual Veterans Day Observance on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11am. The community ceremony will take place at the City Hall Concert Pavilion, located at 31 S. Summit Avenue in Gaithersburg.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is hosting 12 Community Conversations through November to gather resident input on the FY27 Operating Budget, with options to participate in person or virtually and two sessions offering language support in Spanish and in English with interpretation in Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
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Get into the holiday spirit at our Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Rockville Senior Center. The holiday bazaar features over 50 handmade crafters, book sale, plants sale, raffles, lunch for purchase, and more! Sponsored by Rockville Seniors, Inc.
Free admission for all ages
California Fish Grill is preparing to open its first Montgomery County location at 12238 Rockville Pike in Rockville and will host a Friends and Family preview event from November 7 through November 9. Guests can reserve a time slot to enjoy a complimentary meal during the preview period, though space is limited and advance registration is required through Eventbrite. (more…)
The Quince Diamond Executive Center, a six-story office building located at 555 Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg, has sold for $7.56 million in an online auction, according to Maryland Newsletters.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS ) responded to a collision early Wednesday at northbound I-270 near Exit 10, where a car went off the road into the woods and split in half.
According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, crews searched the area with thermal imaging but found no occupants, and Gaithersburg Police later located the uninjured driver walking on Montgomery Village Avenue.
A beloved Montgomery County holiday tradition is back, the Festival of Lights returns to the Washington D.C. Temple in Kensington (located at 9900 Stoneybrook Drive), once again transforming the temple and its surrounding grounds into a dazzling display of seasonal light and color.
A retired federal employee from Germantown won $5,000,000 on a $50 scratch-off ticket purchased at the Town Center Sunoco on Germantown Road. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
The City of Gaithersburg has released unofficial results from the November 4, 2025 municipal election, showing strong support for incumbent Mayor Jud Ashman and current Council Members Lisa Henderson and Jim McNulty, securing the two available City Council seats.
According to preliminary tallies, Ashman received 4,364 votes (73.77%), defeating challenger Tiffany Kelly, who earned 1,552 votes (26.23%).
Go to Jud Ashman Re-Elected Mayor; Henderson and McNulty Retain Gaithersburg Council Seats
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Takoma Park Middle School teacher Joseph (Joe) Evans, a longtime Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) educator, earned a victory on Jeopardy! on Tuesday, November 4, representing Montgomery and Prince George’s County (where he currently lives) on the iconic quiz show.