Montgomery County County Councill will meet on Monday, May 5 Council to review County revenues and expenditures and begin examining the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget, including potential changes to tax rates, service charges, and departmental funding. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government: (more…)
A Clarksburg man won $100,000 from a $20 Maryland Lottery Ice scratch-off ticket purchased at Bill’s Wine and Liquor in Hyattsville. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
The sailing lifestyle starts with a single moment. A breeze filling the sails. A quiet morning on the Bay. A weekend exploring new places with nothing but the horizon ahead.
For generations, the Chesapeake Bay has inspired sailors with its protected waters, charming waterfront towns, and endless opportunities to explore. It’s a place where a short afternoon sail can become a lifelong passion, and where every trip on the water offers a new adventure.
Every fall, the Annapolis Sailboat Show brings that lifestyle within reach.
From October 15–18, downtown Annapolis transforms into a celebration of sailing, bringing together beautiful sailboats, passionate sailors, industry experts, and waterfront experiences in America’s sailing capital.
Walk the docks, step aboard sailboats from around the world, discover new designs, connect with the sailing community, and imagine where the wind could take you next. You don’t have to be an experienced sailor to enjoy the show. You just have to be curious.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show offers a rare opportunity to experience the sailing world all in one place. Explore sleek performance sailboats built for adventure. Step aboard comfortable cruising yachts designed for weekend escapes. Discover spacious catamarans that offer a new way to experience life on the water.
Every boat represents a different possibility.
Maybe it’s learning to sail for the first time. Maybe it’s planning weekend adventures on the Chesapeake. Maybe it’s simply discovering a new passion you never knew you had. Walk the docks, talk with sailing experts, and explore the boats, brands, and resources that can help make sailing part of your story.
The Annapolis Sailboat Show is more than an event. It’s a celebration of the people, places, and experiences that make sailing special.
Beyond the docks, visitors can experience the best of fall in Annapolis. Stroll historic brick-lined streets, enjoy waterfront dining, browse local shops, and take in views of sailboats moving through the harbor.
Throughout the show grounds, connect with sailing organizations, charter companies, outfitters, and marine experts who help make the sailing lifestyle more accessible. It’s a weekend filled with discovery, community, and the unmistakable energy of a city built around the water.
For many people, sailing is a dream they’ve always wanted to explore but didn’t know where to begin. The Annapolis Sailboat Show helps turn curiosity into confidence.
Take part in educational opportunities designed for every level of experience, including the First Sail Workshop for beginners, Cruisers University for in-depth sailing education, and free daily seminars led by experienced sailors and industry experts.
Whether you’re stepping aboard for the first time or building the skills to go farther, these programs provide the knowledge and confidence to enjoy more time on the water.
Sailing is about more than the boat.
It’s the quiet morning sail. The sunset over the harbor. The weekend escape with friends. The feeling of discovering somewhere new. The Annapolis Sailboat Show brings together the boats, people, and possibilities that make the sailing lifestyle so rewarding.
Come step aboard, meet the sailing community, and discover where your next adventure begins.
The City of Gaithersburg is celebrating and honors Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month in May with special programs and a proclamation recognizing the culture, heritage, and achievements of our AANHPI neighbors.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Fredis Antonio Perez Quintanilla, a missing 23-year-old from Silver Spring. (more…)
Jamie McIntyre, former CNN military affairs and senior Pentagon correspondent, as well as former Washington Examiner senior writer for defense and national security, will speak about how the events on 9/11 and the aftermath ushered in a “post-truth” era in America. Jamie has written extensively on this topic and draws from a life-long career in journalism, including his time at the Pentagon on 9/11.
This event is FREE and open to everyone!
We ❤️ Teachers 5K celebrates educators through movement. On race day, runners and walkers across the country will participate in host city races, school celebrations, and virtual events — all in support of teachers and educator wellness. We'll be in beautiful Wheaton Regional Park, Join Us!
Walk it. Run it. Move for the teacher who moved you.
According to the Frederick Police Department, several groups held peaceful demonstrations in Frederick on Thursday evening, but one group escalated into violence, assaulting police officers and damaging property near Fourth and N. Market Streets. Four individuals were arrested and face multiple charges, including assault on law enforcement officers. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to an electric vehicle fire on Friday in Parking Garage A at Rockville Town Square, located at 300 Hungerford Drive near Beall Avenue, temporarily shutting down traffic at the intersection.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a two-vehicle, head-on collision with a resulting vehicle fire on Clara Barton Parkway near Cabin John Parkway on Friday afternoon. (more…)
The Germantown Flea Market returns Saturday, May 3, from 8am-1pm at the MARC rail commuter lot at the intersection of Germantown Rd. (Rt. 118) and Bowman Mill Drive. Additional details below courtesy of the Germantown Historical Society: (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection to a robbery that occurred on Monday, April 7, 2025, at 6 p.m., in the 8500 block of Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring. (more…)
The Hyattstown Volunteer Fire Department (HVFD) warns it may lose 24/7 emergency coverage if Montgomery County removes all career staff under a proposed budget cut, citing a lack of volunteers to provide full-time service. The County Council is scheduled to vote on the issue on Wednesday, May 7. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to an electric vehicle fire in a parking garage located at Rockville Town Square, 300 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, near Beall Avenue off Rockville Pike. Rt. 355 is shut down at the intersection.