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Montgomery County’s Celebration of ‘Public Works Week’ Will Include Paint the Plow Contest and Truck Day Event on Sat., May 20

Published April 25, 2023 at 4:06PM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will kick off “Public Works Week” on Saturday, May 20, with Truck Day at the MCDOT Depot and Salt Barn in Gaithersburg. Truck Day is a free, family-friendly event that invites members of the community to touch, climb and explore the many first-response, construction and transportation vehicles that make the county run.

Truck Day will take place from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on May 20 at the MCDOT Truck Depot and Salt Barn, which is located at 17000 Crabbs Branch Way in Gaithersburg.

Opening Information for Kobe Japan Hibachi & Sushi in Montgomery Village

By Patrick Herron

Published April 25, 2023 at 3:21PM

Kobe Japan Hibachi & Sushi at 19226 Montgomery Village Ave, next to Moe’s Southwest Grill in the Montgomery Village Center, will open this Wednesday, April 25. Kobe Japan has additional Montgomery County locations at 1163 University Blvd E in Takoma Park and 13623 Georgia Ave. Suit A in Aspen Hill. The menu features sushi, sashimi, spring rolls, bento boxes and hibachi (full menu can be seen below).

In other Montgomery Village Center news, last week we let you know that Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, which was scheduled to open in the space next to Kobe Japan, appears to no longer be coming to the shopping center. The space is now listed as available again on the shopping center’s leasing website.

Gaithersburg/Takoma Park Police Departments Each Collect Over 120 Pounds of Prescription Drugs

By MCS Staff

Published April 25, 2023 at 7:01AM

The Gaithersburg and Takoma Park Police Departments have each announced a successful “Prescription Drug Take Back Day’ that took place on Saturday, April 22nd. Residents had the opportunity to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs by bringing unused medications to the police station for disposal.

Though all police departments in Montgomery County participated in taking back prescription drugs, Gaithersburg Police and Takoma Park Police announced that they collected 135lb and 123lb of prescription drugs, respectively. Both police departments, along with Rockville Police, collect prescription drugs year-round. Additional year-round disposal sites can be seen below:

So What Else?, A Non-Profit That Serves 150,000 Meals Per Week to Those in Need, Finds New Home After Being Forced to Leave Lakeforest

By MCS Staff

Published April 24, 2023 at 5:59PM

In January, So What Else received the devastating news that its lease at Lakeforest Mall was being terminated due to the recent purchase of the space for redevelopment. The Rockville-based non-profit operated its food pantry out of Lakeforest, but was required to vacate by March 31st. They’ve now moved their pantry headquarters to a new location at 4924 Wyaconda Rd in North Bethesda to continue serving 150,000 meals a week without disruption. So What Else? mentions that this move comes with a 1300% rent increase and will be holding a “Forced to Move Fundraiser”’in May.

So What Else’s mission is “to improve the lives of children and families living in underserved communities in the Baltimore-Washington Metro Area by providing food security, access to basic necessities, and high-quality out-of-school time programs in literacy, athletics, and the visual and performing arts while inspiring young people to give back to the community by creating volunteer opportunities for individuals of all ages.” So What Else’s new distribution schedule, starting May 1st, can be seen below.

Gaithersburg’s Housing Element Public Forums Scheduled for May 4

By MCS Staff

Published April 24, 2023 at 3:11PM

The City of Gaithersburg will host two virtual public forums on May 4, 2023, where staff will present the draft Housing Element of the City’s Master Plan. These forums will take place from noon to 1 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m., and will include Spanish and English real-time closed captioning options. During these events, staff will discuss the contents and recommendations of the Housing Element and answer questions from participants. The day and evening forums include the same information. No registration is required; simply use the following links to join:

The Housing Element is required, at a minimum, to address the need for affordable housing. The City’s draft Housing Element also discusses other facets of housing and includes goals and recommendations meant to address future housing needs in the City. The Joint Public Hearing on the draft Housing Element is on June 5, 2023. Further information is available on the Housing Element project page.

The Montgomery County Fair Has Announced its 2023 Dates

By MCS Staff

Published April 23, 2023 at 8:28AM

The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair has announced its 2023 dates for this upcoming summer. This will be the 74th annual fair and it’s third year back after having to cancel for the first time in its 70+ year history in 2020 due to Covid restrictions. This year opening day for the MoCo Fair will be on Friday, August 11th and it will go until Saturday, August 19th.

Founded in 1949, the Montgomery County Agricultural Center has been home to the Montgomery County Fair since its creation. Sitting on 62 acres, the Fair has more than 50 buildings that are filled with more than 5,000 animals every year. The Fair has animals, entertainment, food, commercial, home arts, arts and crafts exhibits, and many others for the whole family to enjoy.

~55 Firefighters Respond to Fire Saturday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published April 22, 2023 at 2:56PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Serviced (MCFRS) responded to a fire at a two-story farmhouse on the 4200 block of Sundown Road between Sunshine and Laytonsville on Saturday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, approximately 55 firefighters responded to the call. Upon arrival, fire and smoke was coming from the house, which is located in a non-hydrant area with a limited access driveway. Live wires were reported down in the area and all occupants and pets were reported out of the house.

Amazon Fresh No Longer Opening on Shady Grove Road

By MCS Staff

Published April 20, 2023 at 6:25PM | Updated July 22, 2024 at 9:52AM

Update: Amazon Fresh is once again coming soon.

Signage has been removed and it appears that the planned Amazon Fresh location at 15790 Shady Grove Road (former Office Depot location) in Gaithersburg will no longer be opening in the 270 Center. Construction on the location had been completed for months (shelving and signage inside the store, freezers/refrigeration up and running) and charging stations for electric vehicles had been installed in the parking lot. Like other Amazon Fresh stores, the Gaithersburg location was scheduled to be outfitted with Amazon’s cashierless “Just Walk Out” technology. The 270 Center is on the border of Gaithersburg and Rockville and is home to Best Buy, Home Depot, and Nordstrom Rack.

Gaithersburg Farmers Markets Return in May

By MCS Staff

Published April 20, 2023 at 7:48AM

The City of Gaithersburg offers two Farmers Markets, providing residents with locally grown produce throughout the year. The variety of fruits & vegetables changes weekly as different crops reach maturity. More on Casey Farmers Market and Main Street Market below:

Casey Farmers Market is held every Thursday, May through November 30, 2023, in the parking lot behind Casey Community Center, at 810 South Frederick Avenue. “The market is open 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fresh, locally grown produce & eggs. Freshly baked breads & sweets. Locally brewed coffees, beer & spirits. Learn about how we can help slow climate change. Talk to folks about different Health Insurance options through the Maryland Health Connection. Once the growing season ends, the market will continue once a month over the winter, with scheduled dates of December 7, 2023, and January 18, February 15, March 21 & April 18, 2024, weather permitting.”

Gaithersburg Celebrates Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month

By MCS Staff

Published April 19, 2023 at 3:17PM

The City of Gaithersburg celebrates & honors Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May with programs and a proclamation highlighting the culture, heritage & achievements of our Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander neighbors.

Asian and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Americans are part of the rich tapestry of American life in both our country and the City of Gaithersburg. Nineteen percent of the City’s population is of Asian & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander heritage and can trace their ancestry to 47 countries & territories including China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Afghanistan, India, and Armenia.

Kentlands Art Walk Returns in May

By MCS Staff

Published April 18, 2023 at 4:52PM

The Kentlands Art Walk is returns to Kentlands Market Square on Saturday, May 6th from 11am until 3pm. The event will provide the opportunity to shop local artisan’s work, indulge in tasty food & beverages, enjoy live entertainment, raffles, crafts and the unveiling of a new mural. Additional information available below through the event QR codes.