Good morning, Rockville.

A sprinkler pipe ruptured on Friday, Jan.

30 at the 17th floor of Alexander House Apartments (8560 Second Avenue) in Silver Spring, causing water to flow to the basement and displace at least 166 units; multiple county agencies responded with no injuries reported.

Political consultant Brett Di Resta raised $9,291 for the District 3 school board seat, more than double Sally McCarthy's $4,481, according to the state elections board report filed Jan.

14. His biggest donor was attorney Jonathan Zimmerman of Bethesda (who gave $1,500).

Montgomery County taxi rates will increase from $2 per mile to $2.50 per mile & add a $1 nighttime surcharge for trips from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning tomorrow, as the change aims to maintain service viability and attract drivers while the Call-n-Ride program continues offering subsidies to riders.

The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington extended Winter Restaurant Week to Feb.

8 for restaurants opting in after a winter storm disrupted business & diners can check real-time deal updates beginning Feb. 2.

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.

Wolf's Blues Show & Sit-In Jam

7-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience an unforgettable night of local blues talent and surprise guest musicians from near and far.

Dan Hovey Acoustic Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy an acoustic journey featuring the sounds of classic rock and original compositions.