Rockville Volunteer Fire Department responded to small fire on the 11th floor of The Henri (11870 Grand Park Ave) at Pike & Rose around 2pm on Friday.
The fire was controlled by the sprinkler system and units assisted with smoke ventilation. The fire department then turned scene over to property management.
Federal Realty announced yesterday that Choice Hotels International, Inc. has signed a long-term lease to occupy 105,000 square feet in 915 Meeting Street, a new 276,000-square-foot trophy office building to be constructed at the award-winning mixed-use development of Pike & Rose in North Bethesda, Maryland.
“Pike & Rose has everything employers and employees are looking for in office space today – convenient location with excellent regional access and world-class amenities both inside and outside of the building,” said Wendy Seher, the company’s president of the east coast region. “We are excited to add a company of the caliber of Choice Hotels to the growing list of leading firms that have chosen a Federal Realty office environment to help them attract quality talent and enhance their brands.”
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Privai, the luxury skin and body care line, announced the expansion of its brand earlier this week with the debut of Privai | Spa + Salon.Per the press release, they will open a Pike & Rose location followed by a Gaithersburg location here in MoCo.
MINISO, a Japanese themed novelty store, has opened on the first floor of Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd) next to Macy’s.
According to Westfield Montgomery, “MINISO is a Japan-based, designer brand that places value on their quality, simplistic design, and low price. The global brand operates in over 40 countries, and has over 1,800 stores across the globe. Following their fast-fashion style, the company also launches new products every week – keeping up with trends. Miniso uniquely combines fashion and simplistic lifestyle to give quality products at affordable price”.
Thai Chef Street Food at 29 Maryland Avenue in Rockville Town Square is now open. The 3,535-square-foot restaurant features authentic Bangkok-style vendor food found along the streets of the Thai capital.
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Stay Social is moving in to 201 Boardwalk Place– the old Jos. A. Bank spot in Rio.
Formerly more of a selfie museum, Stay Social is pivoting and becoming a free admission content hub for local social media “influencers.”
Federal Realty announced today that two new tenants, ESAB and Emagine IT, have committed to 909 Rose, located in the award-winning Pike & Rose neighborhood in North Bethesda.
The new tenants will join OneDigital, United Solutions, Industrious and Federal Realty. With the addition of these two tenants, the building is nearly 80 percent leased.
A new fire pit has been added to Gaithersburg Square as part of the $6.6 million dollar renovations of the center. The fire pit, which is not yet active, is located in front of the former Chuck E. Cheese location.
“Coming Soon” signage is also up for &pizza at the center. The restaurant will be located next to Quickway Japanese Hibachi and Chipotle.
South Block, a smoothie and juice bar best known for their acai bowls, shared that they are opening a new location in Pike & Rose. Per their Instagram announcement, they are hoping to open by summer 2022. They will be taking over the space currently occupied by the Residences At Pike & Rose leasing office, right next to the newly opened Call Your Mother Deli. (The leasing office will move to the spot formerly occupied by Nava Health.)
Along with their acai bowls, South Block offers other fruit and vegetable-based bowls, a range of smoothies, and cold pressed juices. They currently have eleven locations throughout DC and Virginia– their Pike & Rose spot will be their first location in Maryland. In addition to their brick and mortar locations, South Block has an online storefront where they sell pre-blended smoothie bowl kits that they deliver throughout the continental United States.
Taiwan Bubble Tea Festival Happening in Rockville This Saturday
This Saturday, September 25, the Taiwan Sister Cities will host the Taiwan Bubble Tea Festival. The event will be held from 10am-5pm in Rockville Town Square, right in front of the library. The festival is free (no tickets are necessary), and all are welcome.
Last November we let you know that Call Your Mother, a “Jew-ish” deli best known for their bagel sandwiches, was planning to open a new location in Pike & Rose.
Now we know when the wait comes to an end, as Call Your Mother has announced it will open on Monday, September 20th at 8am. They’ll be open daily until 2pm.