DMV

Metro riders should prepare for several service adjustments this weekend due to the Juneteenth holiday on Friday, June 19, Capital Pride events throughout Washington, D.C., and systemwide bus service changes taking effect Sunday, June 21.

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Maryland

Governor Wes Moore delivered the keynote address at Everytown for Gun Safety’s Gun Sense University and proclaimed June 16 as Gun Violence Prevention Volunteer Appreciation Day in Maryland. The annual conference brings together gun violence prevention advocates, volunteers and survivors from across the country to discuss strategies aimed at reducing firearm-related violence and promoting gun safety initiatives. (more…)


Education

More than 160 student journalists and educators representing 25 Montgomery County public schools sent an open letter to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) last Friday seeking answers about a March memorandum that outlines administrative review procedures for student publications.

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Announcement

Mental Health with Meredith (MHM) is a new self-pay therapy practice serving adults in Bethesda, Maryland, and surrounding areas.

Founded by Meredith Adams, LCPC, LPC, and EMDRIA-Approved Therapist, MHM focuses on trauma-informed care and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Meredith provides individualized support for adults navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, and major life transitions.


Event

Bring your family and friends to our free , all-day outdoor Oktoberfest celebration. These will be an outdoor craft fair featuring local artisans and professional woodworkers, a chainsaw carving, woodworking and tool demonstrations by Festool, Montgomery Wood Turners and Carvers. There will also be lots of delicious food provided by El Parente Tacos, El Jeffe Wood-fired pizzas, Bruster's Ice cream and seasonal craft brews from Saints Row Brwsing Company.


DMV

Just days before its final slice is served, Armand’s Pizzeria & Grille in Rockville is participating in an upcoming auction giving restaurant owners, entrepreneurs, and collectors the opportunity to purchase equipment and memorabilia from the longtime local institution.

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Community

If you’ve driven through Germantown recently and noticed crowds gathering near the Lancaster County Dutch Market, chances are you’ve seen Garfield Dorsey, the Gaithersburg native attracting customers from across Montgomery County and beyond with his colorful selection of red, orange, and yellow watermelons (see social media post below). Dorsey’s schedule, locations, and hours can be found on his social media pages, where he regularly posts updates throughout the season. He can be found on Facebook and Instagram.

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