Good morning, Rockville.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School welcomed Polish diplomats on Jan.

15 for a ceremony honoring his global legacy, part of a celebration linked to a World Bicycle Day project that highlighted unity in social justice.

After the Kennedy Center faced leadership shake-ups and controversy, donations and ticket sales spiked at Olney Theatre Center (with about $50,000 in new donor support) as some shows shifted to Strathmore.

Local performers are now exploring these venues as alternative stages.

Montgomery County Public Schools remind students that the second marking period ends Friday, Jan.

23, and that late work will not be accepted during the final week; students should check their progress and meet deadlines for assignments and reassessments to earn at least 50 percent.

Montgomery County officials canceled its downtown security robot pilot today in Silver Spring after community concerns over surveillance — choosing instead to invest in additional cameras and uniformed personnel.

The department said the decision follows extensive public outreach after a $100K pilot investment.

Clarksburg High’s coach Kyle (KC) Landefeld was nominated for the 2025 Don Shula High School Coach of the Year award after leading his team to 16 wins and a county championship last fall; the winner will be chosen before the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl.

Big Boy Little Band Live Performance

9:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience deep blues that'll make you feel alive.

Sip & Sculpt Pottery Workshop

12:30-2:30 p.m. — 7 Locks Brewing — Creative workshop — Unwind and explore the art of pottery at this hands-on event.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — 12276 Wilkins Avenue, North Bethesda, MD — Materials included — Create your unique Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea and delicious delights.

Dan Hovey Live Performance

5:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Enjoy fingerstyle guitar tunes from former Nighthawks guitarist Dan Hovey during happy hour.

Cash BINGO!

7-9:30 p.m. — Rockville Moose Lodge — Food and drinks available — Dust off your lucky charms and enjoy a night of fun with BINGO!

The Thrills with Johnny Spampinato

9-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 — Experience a vibrant night of rockin' swing with The Thrills and the electrifying Johnny Spampinato.

International Gem & Jewelry Show

12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Registration fee for licensed wholesale buyers — Explore a dazzling collection of gems and jewelry from around the world.

Valentine's Day Surprise & Delight

Evening — MoCo's Founding Farmers — $50 add-on — Surprise your date with a romantic dinner featuring roses, bubbles, and chocolate-covered strawberries.

Quinceañera Wonderland Expo 2026

1-5 p.m. — Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Entry fee varies — Experience the magic of quinceañera planning with the latest trends and amazing vendors.