Welcome to this week’s “Guess The Celebrity: Maryland Edition!” We’re diving into the life of a famous personality with strong ties to the state of Maryland. Can you guess who it is? Read on for some clues!
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In a collaborative effort with Monumental Sports and Entertainment, Brooke Grove Elementary School is currently embarking on an exciting project to celebrate the Washington Capitals hockey team’s 50th anniversary. The initiative invited fourth graders to participate in a student-led music video experience, where they would help write a song honoring the team’s historic milestone.
The Cities of Gaithersburg and Rockville are hosting their annual Junior Mayor contests for fourth-grade students, inspired by the statewide “If I Were Mayor…” essay contest. These exciting initiatives allow young residents to learn about local government and share their ideas on improving their communities.
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!
Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps
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With the International Day of Happiness coming up on March 20, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Happiest Cities in America, with one city in Maryland coming in ranked at #16– Columbia (Howard County).
Performances:
Saturday June 20 @ 8pm
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has arrested and charged two men for theft at H&M in downtown Silver Spring after a foot pursuit, as well as two women for a strong-armed robbery on Colesville Road.
Though it hasn’t been the best kept secret due to the very obvious design of the grocery store, Amazon Fresh put up signage in the 38,000SF space at White Oak Town Center (12345 Columbia Pike) earlier this month and has now set an opening date for its fourth Montgomery County location.
Last January we let you know that Chipotle signed on as a tenant at the renovated Burtonsville Crossing shopping center. The restaurant will be opening at 10:45am on Friday, March 14th at 15701 Old Columbia Pike in the Burtonsville Crossing shopping center.
Maryland residents will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another approved form of identification, such as a passport, to board domestic flights or access secure federal facilities starting May 7, 2025. To obtain a REAL ID, individuals must visit the Maryland Department of Transportation MVA in person with required documents, including proof of identity, residency, and Social Security. (more…)
Sherwood High School’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Revival is back for its 53rd show—a tradition that has been going strong since 1971, with 2020 being the only year a live performance wasn’t held due to COVID-19 (a virtual show was produced instead). The event began when Sherwood students were inspired by a concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Since then, students audition for the show and spend months rehearsing with staff members to create a production that draws thousands of attendees each year.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Macie Simpson, a missing 16-year-old. (more…)
Families are invited to join a reading circle at Barnes & Noble in Congressional Plaza, located at 1603 Rockville Pike #30, Rockville, MD 20852. This event is designed for young children and offers an opportunity for reading and connection.