A free virtual job fair for job seekers aged 50 and older, co-sponsored by Montgomery County Government and the Jewish Council for the Aging, will be held on Tuesday, January 21, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, featuring workshops, employer presentations, and live Q&A sessions. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a multi-vehicle collision on Thursday, January 9, in Aspen Hill.
The Maryland Seafood Festival Is Bigger Than Ever for Its 60th Anniversary!
The Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Sandy Point State Park September 11–13 for a special three-day celebration of its 60th anniversary! Enjoy fresh Maryland seafood, live music, family entertainment, Chesapeake Bay traditions and unforgettable experiences along the waterfront. Check out some of the exciting additions coming to this year’s festival!
HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11
Newly announced, the festival will open on Friday evening, September 11, with a special tribute honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11. All three bands performing that evening include veterans and active-duty military members.
Be sure to visit Old Fireman’s BBQ Food Truck and meet a firefighter who was on-site at the Pentagon on that fateful day. We are offering special pricing for first responders and military.
MEET THE WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK
Mama Duck, the world’s largest rubber duck, is coming to the Chesapeake Bay! This enormous, family-favorite attraction has appeared around the world, and now she is making her Maryland Seafood Festival debut.
Bring the entire family, experience the joy of Mama Duck, and capture a photo you’ll never forget!
EXPERIENCE SKIPJACK HERITAGE DAYS
Taking place alongside the Maryland Seafood Festival, Skipjack Heritage Days invites families to discover the stories and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on activities, educational exhibits and public sails aboard historic skipjacks.
The weekend culminates with a Sunday skipjack race that guests can watch from the festival grounds at East Beach. Skipjacks are living history and icons of our region—this is a rare opportunity to experience them up close.
MEET GEORGE WASHINGTON
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with America’s first president! Presented by Peraton, George Washington will share stories about his life, his experiences along the Chesapeake Bay, and his role in the founding of our country.
“MR. MARYLAND” JIMMY CHARLES HEADLINES SUNDAY
Maryland’s own Jimmy Charles returns to headline the festival on Sunday! Known as “Mr. Maryland,” the nationally recognized singer and songwriter will take the stage alongside a full weekend of bands, performers and entertainment.
OLD BAY JOINS THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
What would a Maryland seafood celebration be without OLD BAY? Maryland’s most recognizable seasoning is joining us for the festival’s milestone 60th anniversary.
Stay tuned for exciting OLD BAY experiences, promotions, and surprises throughout the weekend!
Three days. Sixty years of tradition. One unforgettable celebration on the Chesapeake Bay.
Looking to be active? Co-located are the Big Ducking Run 10K/5K/Fun Run or the Bay Bridge Paddle!
We’ll see you September 11–13 at Sandy Point State Park!
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Emerson Escobar-Avila, a missing 13-year-old from Aspen Hill. (more…)
The upcoming Wegmans location in Rockville has shared that a late summer 2025 opening is expected in the store in a recent job listing for the store, “Join our team at our new Wegmans location in Rockville, MD opening in Late Summer 2025!”
On August 22, the New Neighbor Interfaith Alliance (NNIA) will host the 2026 Set Them Up for Success Volleyball Tournament and Family Fun Day from 9 am-4 pm at the Interdenominational Church of God in Gaithersburg, gathering volleyball teams, faith community members, and the public to raise funds to help recent refugees in Montgomery County attain independence.
An interfaith non-profit alliance of 37 faith communities and civic groups, NNIA raises funds to help resettled refugees with rental assistance, deferred medical care, English language skills and job placement. They also hope to expand their volunteer numbers to help more beneficiaries with job assistance, reliable transportation, and mentoring.
Dreaming about your next vacation? Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for an inspiring day devoted to ocean and river cruises, guided tours, luxury travel and unforgettable destinations!
Meet representatives from AmaWaterways, Collette, Oceania Cruises and Premier World Discovery. Hear informative presentations, ask questions, explore exciting vacation possibilities and discover which travel experience may be the perfect fit for you.
Signage is up for Wild Coffee Bean at 1532 Rockville Pike in the space previously occupied by UBREAKIFIX.
It has been approximately one year since Buc-ee’s broke ground on its upcoming location in Rockingham County, VA. The store will be located at the exit 240 interchange along Interstate 81 (located near Harrisonburg, VA)- over 125 miles and about two hours from most parts of Montgomery County. The Texas- based company is now aiming for a June 30th opening.
On Wednesday, Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced his 2025 legislative priorities, focusing on protecting vulnerable adults, establishing a Worker Protection Unit, strengthening civil rights laws, addressing mass incarceration, and ensuring equitable housing and employment practices in Maryland. (more…)
The Maryland Board of Public Works, led by Comptroller Brooke Lierman, Governor Wes Moore, and Treasurer Dereck Davis, approved over $1.23 billion for 70 statewide initiatives, including funding for Camden Yards improvements, cleaner transit buses, and expanded child care support.
The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) announced that President & CEO Bill Tompkins will step down when his term ends in August 2025, as the organization begins a leadership transition to build on its economic strengths and identify new growth opportunities.
Per the news release: “The Montgomery County Commission for Women will host its 45th Annual Women’s Legislative Briefing (WLB), at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, at The Universities at Shady Grove (USG). USG is located at 9630 Gudelsky Drive in Rockville. (more…)
On Tuesday, January 7, Governor Wes Moore signed three executive orders to promote economic development and modernize state government, focusing on advancing the Advanced Air Mobility industry, streamlining broadband infrastructure development, and strengthening community service initiatives through the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives. (more…)