Montgomery & Wheaton Mall Openings
Food courts are back open in Montgomery County. Montgomery Mall has opened theirs up at 25% capacity while Wheaton Mall has theirs open at 50% capacity. In February, Montgomery Mall had turned a portion of its outdoor garage into an “enchanted forest dining area” to provide a space for shoppers to dine.
Butler’s Orchard Farm Market Opens For 71st Season, Several Major Renovations
Butler’s Orchard Farm Market has reopened for the 2021 season. The biggest change this year is their new paved parking lot. “After decades of thought, the farm market was finally paved to create a better experience for our customers. Delicate peaches and bumpy grocery carts just don’t go well together,” said Butler’s.
Montgomery & Wheaton Mall Owner Looking to Sell Properties
The Los Angeles Business Journal is reporting that Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) plans to sell all of it’s US holdings in 2022. This would include both Westfield Montgomery and Westfield Wheaton.
Curaleaf Medical Marijuana Dispensary Now Open in Montgomery Village
Curaleaf, the largest cannabis dispensary in the United States, has opened their newest location at 10011 Stedwick Road (formerly Capital One) in Montgomery Village.
Mayorga Organics Moving to Baltimore
According to a report in the Baltimore Business Journal, Miami based Mayorga Organics will be moving its roastery and distribution center from Rockville to Baltimore later this year.
Clear Skies Meadery Adding New Production Facility in Rockville
Clear Skies Meadery, located at 325 Main Street in the Kentlands, is building a new production facility at 15201 Display Court in Rockville.
Arne Sorenson, CEO of Marriott, Passes Away
Montgomery County resident and CEO of Marriott International, Arne Sorenson, has passed away due to pancreatic cancer.
Last month we told you the story of Toan Luu, the owner of Luu Color Center (Benjamin Moore) in Rockville that tragically passed away earlier this year from COVID-19.
Toan’s daughter Huong has since stepped in to run the store and asked us to spread the word that they have a variety of 18×24 paint sheets to donate to local schools and/or families who have kids at home and would like some for arts & crafts.
MoCo Alcohol Beverage Services Celebrates Black History Month with Amplifying Black Voices (ABV) Program
The Montgomery County ABS (formerly Department of Liquor Control) is celebrating Black History Month with a new campaign titled “Amplifying Black Voices (ABV)”, which focuses on black owned liquor and wine brands.
MoCo Business Spotlight: Sha’s Creations Aisha Khadar
After a long wait, Sha’s Creations at 3836 International Dr. in Silver Spring (Leisure World Plaza) is finally scheduled to open on February 13th. The spa, which specializes in skin care, will offer services such as facials, manicures, and body contouring. Sha’s will also sell 100% organic homemade soaps and lotions.
Governor Hogan Announces $30 Million in Emergency Relief for Music and Entertainment Venues
Per the State of Maryland: