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Local Siblings Launch Shoe Donation Nonprofit, Donate 600+ Pairs in First Month

By MCS Staff
Courtesy Lift Every Step

A student-led Montgomery County-based nonprofit is quickly making an impact across the region, collecting and distributing hundreds of pairs of shoes to students and families in need just weeks after launching. Lift Every Step, founded by Brianna Frank and her brother Brandon, is a registered 501(c)(3) organization focused on increasing access to essential footwear throughout the DMV. What started out of a garage in Montgomery County has rapidly grown into a community-driven effort with donation sites and partnerships across the area.

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Check out the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival or the Annapolis Irish Festival!

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It’s Asian American Pacific Islander Month, and what better way to celebrate the culture than to immerse oneself at the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival outside of Annapolis on May 31st?

Or didn’t get enough Irish last month? Two of the biggest Irish acts returns to the stage with Gaelic Storm and Carbon Leaf. See below for more details and information!

All events are family-friendly, packed with food, live music, interactive experiences, and now even more ways to get active.

To kick things off, you can save 20% on tickets with code MOCOSHOW (valid through May 31 for general admission tickets).

2026 Festival Lineup

Annapolis Irish Festival

May 29 & 30

Experience the spirit of Ireland right here in Annapolis with two days of live music, great food, and high-energy performances. Headlined by internationally recognized acts like Scythian, Gaelic Storm, and Carbon Leaf, the Annapolis Irish Festival blends traditional Irish culture with modern rock festival vibes.

Haven’t heard of Gaelic Storm? Are you sure? They were the band in James Cameron’s Titanic and went from local stars to national powerhouses. We are lucky to have them right here in Maryland so don’t miss out!

Enjoy Guinness, Irish whiskey tastings, craft beverages, local vendors, and nonstop entertainment in a setting that brings thousands together to celebrate Irish heritage.

Anne Arundel Asian American Festival

May 31

Celebrate culture, community, and cuisine at the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival, a vibrant showcase of food, performances, and traditions from across Asia!

Come hungry and enjoy authentic dishes from a wide range of vendors, cultural performances throughout the day, and interactive experiences for all ages. This family-friendly event highlights the diversity and energy of the Asian American community during AAPI Heritage Month.

Food vendors include:

Namit Filipino, Ekiben, Bun’d Up, E-San Thai, MD Brad Butcher and Central Asian dishes, Thai Pinto, Pho Wheels, and The Sister House! (more…)

MoCo Pride

Rockville Pride Returns June 7

By Patrick Herron
Courtesy City of Rockville

The City of Rockville Human Rights Commission is seeking sponsors to support the 10th anniversary of Rockville Pride, the city’s annual celebration of its LGBTQ+ community.

Rockville Pride is scheduled for 2 pm to 5 pm on Sunday, June 7 at Rockville Town Square. The event will feature community engagement and activities celebrating inclusion and diversity. More information, including sponsorship applications, is available at rockvillemd.gov/pride.

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Event

Healthy at the Harbor

National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland

165 Waterfront St.

National Harbor, Maryland 20745

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Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.

Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.

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Maryland

Pepco Seeks Approval for Virtual Power Plant Program in Maryland

By Patrick Herron

Pepco has submitted a proposal under Maryland’s 2024 Distributed Renewable Integration and Vehicle Electrification, or DRIVE, Act that would use customer-owned devices such as home battery storage systems, electric vehicles, smart thermostats and other flexible energy resources to help support the electric grid during periods of high demand.

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One of the Top Smashburgers in Maryland is Parked in Front of a Fire Station

By Nick "Mr. 8 That" Sevilla

Everyone has their favorite smash burger, the one that they claim is better than the rest. With so many places serving them, it can be hard to tell the difference from one to another. But if you haven’t tried the smash burgers from Smash Akhs, you need to have it go head to head against your favorite. This food truck that is primarily stationed outside the Glenn Dale Fire Association in Glenn Dale, MD (11900 Glenn Dale Blvd) is serving up one of the best in the greater Maryland area.

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Gaithersburg

MCFRS Rescues Dogs from House Fire as All Occupants Escape Safely

By MCS Staff
Courtesy MCFRS

Update: According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the fire occurred Sunday (4/5) at a two-story single-family home on Prince Hall Court. One family was able to escape the home, while firefighters rescued several dogs during the incident. Four of the six dogs inside were saved, but a seventh dog did not survive.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) crews responded to a working house fire in the 7700 block of Prince Hall Ct. in Gaithersburg.

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