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To the State of Maryland, quantum computing may be its next power-tool for growth and investment. The global quantum technology market size is expected to reach $198 billion by 2040 according to McKinsey & Company, and the last several years have proven that Maryland and Montgomery County are setting the pace for the quantum race. In January 2025, Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a $1 billion investment over the next five years aimed at strengthening Maryland’s position as a quantum technology leader, and as the state’s largest county with a thriving technology sector, Montgomery County is primed to be the epicenter of the “Capital of Quantum.”

Montgomery County is home to several quantum pioneers, including Rockville-based Quantum Space, and Bethesda-based companies Fasoo, Quantum Exchange, and TISTA Science & Technology Corporation. The County sits within one of the nation’s most research-dense corridors, neighboring the University of Maryland, which will soon boast Microsoft’s new Quantum Research Center at the University’s Discovery, and a collection of federal agencies, including the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the National Cybersecurity of Excellence (NCCoE), that have long driven advances in physics, engineering, and advanced computing. This concentration of expertise, along with an abundance of talent of more than 29,000 Computer and Mathematics Professionals and 67,000 high-technology workers in the area, has helped attract companies specializing in quantum hardware, software, and networking technologies. (more…)

Montgomery County plays a central role in the Capital Region’s role as the nation’s third-largest biopharma cluster, according to a recent national industry ranking. The Capital Region, which includes Montgomery County along with surrounding jurisdictions in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia, was ranked third among U.S. biopharma hubs in Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News’ 2025 Top 10 U.S. Biopharma Clusters report, reflecting the scale of the region’s life sciences ecosystem, workforce, and concentration of research institutions and companies.

Montgomery County serves as the anchor of the region’s biopharma ecosystem, home to more than 350 life sciences companies and a large share of the region’s research, development, and manufacturing activity. Global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including AstraZeneca, Novavax, and United Therapeutics have a significant presence in the County, contributing to its role as a national center for drug development, vaccines, and advanced therapies. (more…)

MIREYA RAMOS & THE POOR CHOICES

Friday, March 13, 2026, 8 p.m.
Montgomery College/Takoma Park Cultural Arts Center – Theater One
7995 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910 

For centuries, the U.S.–Mexico border has shaped stories, identities, and sound.

Now, experience the music born from that powerful intersection.

Grammy-winning vocalist and violinist Mireya Ramos joins forces with the genre-defying Poor Choices for an extraordinary live performance that fuses Ranchera soul, Jarocho rhythms, Bluegrass grit, Jazz improvisation, and Country storytelling.

This is more than a concert.

It is a celebration of resilience, heritage, and cultural dialogue.

Be part of a night where history meets innovation — and where music reminds us that connection transcends division.

For tickets and information, visit https://mcblogs.montgomerycollege.edu/cac/events/list/ or call the box office at 240-567-5301.

Over 50 local companies were awarded $7.5 million from Montgomery County last year, demonstrating the Government’s core priority in further supporting its thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. The funded projects range from off-the-shelf CAR T Cells that target solid tumors to nanophotonic imaging platform for in vivo imaging, advanced microelectronics for spacecraft instrumentation, high-energy-density capacitors for defense and space, and sustainable bio-fungicides from natural products to combat fungal diseases.

“The Technology Innovation Fund exemplifies Montgomery County’s commitment to supporting genuine innovation with its flexibility and risk tolerance,” said Sanhe Hu, founder of EasyCloudScale, a recipient of the Technology Innovation Fund. “This support has enabled EasyScaleCloud to rapidly iterate through multiple product concepts at controlled costs—validating what works and pivoting when needed—while building the foundation to create high-skill technology jobs that will contribute to the County’s growing tech ecosystem.” (more…)

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Local families looking for fun summer learning options for their kids have a new opportunity close to home: the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth will host in-person day programs for advanced learners in grades 2-6 at The Woods Academy in Bethesda, Md. for the first time this summer. Enrollment is first-come, first-served, so families should enroll now for the best course selection.

Students from Maryland, D.C., and beyond are invited to spend three weeks at CTY exploring a topic they love, guided by expert instructors, and surrounded by classmates who share their curiosity. Enrollment is now open for the program, which will take place weekdays at The Woods Academy starting the week of June 28, 2026. (more…)

Born to Caribbean heritage and trained in the discipline of classical music, brothers Malcom and Umoja fuse reggae classics, American pop, and original compositions into an unforgettable live performance. Backed by a DJ and drummer, their sound is dynamic, rhythmic, and deeply expressive.

Winners of the Emerging Artist Award at the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) and proteges of the acclaimed Black Violin, Sons of Mystro represent the future of contemporary music—where tradition meets innovation.

Join us for an evening of artistic excellence, cultural fusion, and a live performance experience that transcends genre.

For tickets and information, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/PAC or call the box office at 240-567-5301.

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Hello Betty Bethesda proudly introduces an upscale Afternoon Tea Service, where timeless elegance meets modern coastal charm.

Delight in a curated selection of premium teas, delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and artful pastries—each crafted to be savored slowly and shared generously. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply elevating your afternoon, our tea service is an invitation to pause, sip, and indulge in something beautifully refined.

Now pouring at Pike & Rose every Thursday-Sunday with seatings at 1PM and 3PM.