Good morning, Rockville.

Beteseb chef Darmyelesh Alemu from Silver Spring was named a James Beard Award semifinalist for best chef in the Mid-Atlantic; she credits her community and customers for her success (finalists will be announced March 31 with winners celebrated on June 15 in Chicago).

The Montgomery County school board postponed its vote on revoking MBLI (the county’s only public charter school) due to new information from its leadership, President Grace Rivera-Oven said.

A new vote is set for Feb. 5 as the board reviews the evidence.

Former teacher Brenda Diaz filed her candidacy on Friday to run for an at-large school board seat in the June primary (she lost her 2024 race) using a Gaithersburg P.O. box after leaving MCPS in 2022 following a mask mandate dispute.

Montgomery County emergency crews are preparing for a winter storm forecast to hit Saturday through Sunday with 5–10 inches of snow and icy roads in Rockville.

Residents are advised to prepare emergency kits, stock up on essentials, and stay tuned for county updates.

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.

CGT Jazz Collective Live Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Suggested donation of $10-$20 — Enjoy an evening of exciting jazz from seasoned performers at a local favorite tavern.