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Bethesda
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Summer Restaurant Week, presented by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns August 18th to August 24th. This biannual event invites you to embark on a culinary journey through the region, from the heart of DC to the vibrant suburbs of Maryland and Virginia.
Bethesda’s dining scene has a new flavor with the opening of Tasty Grills & Catering, an Afghan restaurant that has taken over the space formerly occupied by Fortune Cookie, Banana Leaves Asian Cafe, and North China Restaurant. Located at 7816 Old Georgetown Road, the new establishment promises to bring a rich culinary heritage to the heart of the community.
For many soccer fans, the weekend is defined by early mornings, fresh pints, and the communal roar of a Premier League match. And according to a recent list from The Washington Post, two Maryland establishments (both in Montgomery County) are among the best spots in the DC area to get that authentic match-day experience.
Call Your Mother, the DC-based “Jew-ish” deli, is making a return to Bethesda with a new, permanent location downtown at 4828 St. Elmo Ave. The space was most recently home to Hardwood Artisans and was also previously home to Design Eithin Reach and Johnny Rockets.
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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and community partners will host 12 “Community Conversations” from September through November to gather input on the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget, beginning Sept. 8 in Bethesda.
The MoCo Pride Center will officially open its doors on Saturday, August 30, 2025, with a grand opening celebration from 12 PM to 7 PM at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center, located at 4805 Edgemoor Lane across from the Bethesda Metro station.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded just after midnight on Thursday, August 14, to 4709 Montgomery Lane in Bethesda for a report of an injured person from a fall.
Norman’s Hallmark continues to grow its brick-and-mortar footprint with a portfolio of 22 stores in Maryland. The acquisition includes locations in Annapolis, Baltimore, Bethesda (Montgomery Mall), Columbia, Frederick and Rockville (Congressional Plaza) and marks the company’s largest portfolio addition in its 86-year history.
Montgomery County is no stranger to fostering entrepreneurial spirit, and Nick Scrivens, a Churchill High School (class of 2005) alumnus, is a prime example. His apparel company, Fore Fathers, known for its stylish and dad-centric clothing, has just released a new design that hits close to home– the “Maryland Man” shirt.
Drew Morrison, 33, a longtime Bethesda resident and policy professional, announced his candidacy for the District 1 seat on the Montgomery County Council, with the Democratic primary set for June 23, 2026. Raised in the Edgemoor and Mohican Hills neighborhoods, Morrison has served in local government, worked as a consultant, and currently serves as a Policy Advisor at the Maryland Department of Transportation, where he was named Employee of the Year in 2024. (more…)