Potomac

New ‘Resiliency Hub’ Dedicated at Scotland Community Recreation Center

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, Montgomery County Recreation and Montgomery County  Department of General Services’ Office of Energy and Sustainability (OES) led a ribbon-cutting event Thursday, April 20, at the Bette Carol Thompson Scotland Neighborhood Recreation Center in Potomac to celebrate the center as a new “resiliency hub.”  The resiliency hub is designed to provide a haven for the historically Black community by keeping the center powered during electrical grid outages.

The effort to create a resiliency hub began in February 2019 when OES applied for funding from the Maryland Energy Administration Resiliency Hub Grant Program and was awarded a grant in April of that year. OES selected Scotland to be its first resiliency hub and various design phases took place over the next two years. Construction began in June 2021 before concluding last year.

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County Executive Elrich to Join Montgomery County Public Libraries for Reopening of Potomac Branch on Saturday, April 15

By Patrick Herron

The renovation work included the replacement of all flooring, reconfiguration and updating of shelving, painting throughout, a new service desk, new lighting, redesign of the children’s reading nook, installation of security equipment, the addition of lounge seating and study areas, replacement of the entry doors, creation of a family restroom and the updating of interior and exterior signs.

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Quincy’s South Bar & Grille Releases Additional Information on Restaurant’s Closure Due to Building Redevelopment

By Patrick Herron

Quincy’s South at 11401 Woodglen Dr in Rockville, which will be closing its door on March 31, has released additional information on its closing due to redevelopment, as well as an update on the restaurant’s future and its staff. Quincy’s has additional locations at 9813 Main St in Damascus, 616 Quince Orchard Rd in Gaithersburg, and 1093 Seven Locks Rd in Potomac. Per Quincy’s:

“It’s the end of a 9-year run for Quincy’s South Bar and Grille in North Bethesda, the popular sports bar from restaurateur Marty Magill and partners Jeff Greenberg, John Sahakian and Chris McCasland.

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One Family Displaced After House Fire Saturday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded to a fire in the 10500 blk of Streamview Ct, near Bells Mill Rd, off Great Arbor Dr in Potomac around 6:30pm on Saturday, February 25. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire began in the chimney of the two-story, single family house, and extended to the roof and attic. The occupants were able to escape when no injuries. One family has been displaced. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “ICYMI (~630p 2/25) 10500 blk STREAMVIEW CT, near Bells Mill Road, off Great Arbor Dr, Potomac, 2-Story, Single family house, chimney fire extended to roof & attic; occupants got out, no injury; 1 family displaced”

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MCFRS Respond to Collision Involving School Bus; No Injuries Reported

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision involving a MCPS school bus and a passenger vehicle on Wednesday morning. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the collision occurred around 9am on Accord Dr in Potomac. All 30 passengers on the bus were evaluated by EMS and there were no injuries reported. Passengers were then transferred to another bus.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “Update (~9a) Accord Dr, Potomac, collision, involved passenger vehicle & occupied school bus, ~30 passengers on bus, @MCFRS_EMIHS evaluated everyone involved, no injuries, @mcfrs PE710, T710, RS741B, A710, BC702, EMS702 responded, all passengers transferred to another bus”

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Opening Information for Chopt in Cabin John Village

By Patrick Herron

The new Chopt location in Cabin John Village (Potomac), in the space next to Boulangerie Christophe, will hold its grand opening on March 8. This will be Montgomery County’s fifth Chopt restaurant, with locations currently open in Gaithersburg, Rockville, and two in Bethesda. Prior to the grand opening, on March 7, Chopt will be partnering with Manna Food Center for “Chopt Gives Day” (a tradition the day before every new opening), where 100% of sales go towards their initiatives in ending food insecurity among children and families in Montgomery County.

Chopt joins a bevy of restaurants and retailers that have recently opened or are coming soon to Cabin John Village. Recently Open: The Pretzel Bakery opened in April. Authentic French bakery, Boulangerie Christophe, opened in May. Stretch Zone opened in July. The Scoop ice cream shop opened in August. Cabin John Village, formerly known as the Cabin John shopping center and mall, is  named for the adjacent creek and regional park. It has been a pillar of the Potomac community since 1967 and was acquired by EDENS in 2016. Per EDENS: “EDENS has transformed the traditional shopping center experience into a welcoming communal environment that naturally fosters meaningful social interaction. Complementary retail options include a curated mix of home goods, dining, health and wellness and more outdoor greenspace welcomes the opportunity for community events.” 

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Restaurants Opening in MoCo in 2023

By Patrick Herron

The restaurant tells us, “There’s lots of misconception when it comes to “EggMania”. In American culture eggs based dishes are primarily used during breakfast whereas in popular Indian street food culture, eggs based dishes are made for entrees and served during lunch / dinner and full menu items, not just breakfast. EggMania is not breakfast place. Hope to serve the community and bring this delicious food options for our MoCo residents and surrounding very soon…!!”

Laperaux, the Journemanchef’s Bistro- Germantown

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Good Earth Sandy Spring to Close After 43 Years

By Patrick Herron

Good Earth Garden Market at 1610 Olney-Sandy Spring Road in Sandy Spring has announced it will be closing on Wednesday, December 21. Good Earth’s Potomac location at 11650 Falls Road will remain open.  In an email sent to customers, owner David Johannes said that all full-time employees at the Sandy Spring location have been offered positions at the Potomac store and that the first 30 people who stop in to say good bye on Wednesday will get a free 4″ poinsettia.

“It is with a sad heart that we announce Good Earth Sandy Spring is closing for good. It is the end of an era that has spanned 43 wonderful years. Good Earth was originally founded in 1979 and has served the Olney/Sandy Spring Market since then. We’ve moved a few times, but through thick and thin our customers, you, have followed and been loyal. We could not have stayed around for 43 years without you. Thank you.

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‘Shops at Travilah’ Will Consist of 5,681 SF Retail Establishment and 12,927 SF Daycare Center, If Approved

By MCS Staff

On December 1, 2022, the site plan for ‘Shops at Travilah’ will be reviewed by the Montgomery County Planning Board. Planning Board staff recommends “approval with conditions” heading into the meeting. The Application proposes to construct a 5,681 SF retail/service establishment and 12,927 SF daycare center (over 30 persons).

Per Montgomery Planning: The application is for the construction of two buildings off of Travilah Rd near the intersection of Travilah Rd and Piney Meetinghouse Rd. Building A is a 5,681 square-foot building with approximately four units/bays to be erected on the northern half of the Property and contains a mix of neighborhood serving retail uses and/or a restaurant. Building B is a 12,927 square foot day care building to be located on the southern half of the Subject Property. Approximately 10,318 square feet of outdoor amenity space is provided on site, including an outdoor seating area abutting the retail/restaurant building on three sides and pedestrian connection throughout the site that connect the daycare, and retail buildings to the proposed sidewalk on Travilah Road. Approximately 9,468 square feet of outdoor space behind the daycare will be fenced to provide a safe, enclosed playground/recreation area.

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