“We are delighted to resume this in-person program at MCPL,” said MCPL Director Anita Vassallo. “This program is designed to improve students’ ability to read more fluently and with better comprehension and to keep their reading skills sharp during the summer.”
The Grandreaders Program will run for five weeks, from the last week of June until the end of July, at the Aspen Hill, Gaithersburg, Wheaton and White Oak libraries.
More detail on each agenda item is provided below.
Updates from the Office of the Inspector General and the Office of Internal Audit
Edfried “Hans” Gassner, age 83, was last seen Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at approximately 11:30 a.m., in the 11400 block of Rokeby Ave.
Gassner is approximately 5-feet, 4-inches tall and weighs 140 pounds. He has blue eyes and is bald. He was last seen wearing a grey hat, a yellow and brown shirt and beige pants.
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!
Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps
There currently a power outage in the area of the Falls Road Golf Course (10800 Falls Rd) on Falls Road in Potomac. According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer, several transformers blew and the power is currently out in area. There is no fire evident. Currently there is a severe thunderstorm watch issued for Montgomery County until 9pm.
We will post an update when more information becomes available. No estimated timeline yet on when power will be restored. Residents in the area can check their exact out status at https://secure.pepco.com/powerOutages/opcoPremiseAddress
Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Tacos el Pariente.
First 75 registrants can receive free food.*
Quarry House Tavern at 8401 Georgia Ave in Silver Spring was recently featured in Thrillist’s 19 Best Burger Joints in DC Right Now article. The famous MoCo dive bar offers a selection of different burgers, including angus beef, bison, and wild boar. Fun Fact: Quarry House is the owner of Montgomery County’s liquor license #2 (Hank Dietle’s is the proud owner of the first liquor license.) The Salt Line, a popular DC waterfront restaurant that is coming later this year to 4900 Hampden Lane in Bethesda, was also featured on the list.
From the article, “This suburban dive bar offers up a menu of bar fare with all the classics represented. The burgers (and other stuff on a bun) section features a seven-ounce angus beef burger along with bison, wild boar, chicken, and Beyond Meat options. Once you select the base, choose from eight signature sets of burger toppings like the Afterburner with 4-alarm sauce, jalapeños, and pepper jack cheese or the Barstool Rodeo with pulled pork, bacon, barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, and cole slaw. You can also put the full menu of toppings (like sweet fig jam and basic lettuce and tomato) to work to craft your own burger.”
Southbound Connecticut Ave. at Dean Rd. (Wheaton/Glenmont) is currently closed as the result of a traffic collision, according to the Montgomery County Police Department. The collision occurred around 12pm on Wednesday, June 22. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and to expect significant delays.
Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Pete Piringer reports that that the collision involved two vehicles, including a tractor trailer truck, with entrapment (one patient extricated). Roadway may be blocked for extended period for cleanup. We will post an update when more information becomes available. Images below courtesy of @mcfrsPIO:
Normandie Farm will hold a goodbye event for Chef Cary and Mr. Kay this Sunday, June 26th. The event will take place from 5:00 – 10:00 pm. It will consist of a Station Cocktail Buffet and Cash Bar with General Admission at $30 per person at the door. “This is an Open Event, No Reservations and Depending on Weather will be Inside & Out!”
Back in January we let you know that Normandie Farm Restaurant, at 10710 Falls Rd in Potomac, announced that the current owners will be retiring and the restaurant will be temporarily closing on June 30. New ownership will be taking over and are expected to reopen the restaurant in late summer.
Back in December 9th, 2021, Metro’s board of directors will voted to approve a proposal to rename the White Flint Metro station “North Bethesda.” Today, the change in signage has officially started as crews are working on updating the signs at the metro station, according to photos sent in by Lukas Hadrava (seen below).
A social media post on the Friends of White Flint Facebook page states that, “Metro’s staff is recommending to its board of directors to approve the name change. In writing why they acknowledged that currently North Bethesda does not have much of a “sense of place.”
“Maryland has more horses per square mile than any other state in America and a thriving horse industry that is vital to our state’s economy,” said Governor Hogan. “We have a long tradition of French horses, owners, trainers, and jockeys competing in Maryland, and we look forward to expanding this valuable partnership.”
The agreement was signed during the Prix de Diane Race in Chantilly, France—a Group 1 flat horse race that is open to three-year-old thoroughbred fillies. Maryland is a leader in the horse industry, annually hosting both the Preakness Stakes—the second jewel of the Triple Crown—and the Maryland 5 Star, which is one of only two 5 Star events in the United States, and only the seventh in the world. The horse industry adds more than $1.3 billion and more than 21,000 jobs to the state’s economy.
““It is good news that this last age group is now eligible to receive their vaccine doses,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “We know that many parents are anxious to get their babies and young children vaccinated as quickly as possible. As we have seen with previous vaccine roll-outs, we expect great demand over the next couple of weeks for these vaccines with limited supply available. Because the majority of the vaccines are going to private pediatric providers, we encourage all parents to check with their pediatrician’s office before using our website to sign up for an appointment,” he said. “I am grateful for the preparation, planning and outreach efforts from DHHS and our community partners to ensure equitable access to these vaccines,” he continued. “Getting vaccinated and boosted is important to our COVID mitigation efforts, and we continue to encourage everyone to make sure they are up to date on their vaccinations.”
When vaccine supply is available, new appointments will be posted at 3 p.m. at www.GoVaxMoCo.com. County-operated clinics for this age group will focus on weekend clinics and will include some weekday evening hours. Appointments are required at this time. The County will continue to receive doses from the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), with the majority of doses going to private physicians and pharmacies.
Applications, when available, can be found online at the Montgomery County Business Portal. Applications will be accepted through July 22. The business portal will include program details, including eligibility requirements and frequently asked questions.
“There are few industries that have been impacted as significantly from the pandemic as our hospitality businesses,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “Our leisure and hospitality businesses employ approximately 12 percent of our County’s workforce and the World Tourism Organization has predicted that this sector will not recover fully until 2024. It is imperative that we continue to assist this industry’s recovery efforts in order to help them support their workforce. I encourage all County hotels and B and B’s to apply for this newest round of grants.”