Good morning, Rockville.

On Tuesday, Feb. 10, Finnish weather firm Vaisala XWeather opened its new Gaithersburg office with Ambassador Leena-Kaisa Mikkola cutting a weather balloon ribbon—city leaders declared the event Vaisala Day to celebrate local investment and future growth.

Dominique Dawes Academy will open a new gymnastics + ninja facility in Silver Spring on Feb.

21, with VIP access from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and a public celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; classes kick off on Feb. 23.

Classes resumed Tuesday at Wootton High School after a 16-year-old shot a student Monday, leaving one injured and another in custody, with school leaders offering mental health support & hosting family meetings at 3:30 p.m. & 6 p.m. in the auditorium.

Montgomery Parks is asking visitors to fill out an online restroom survey that closes April 19 to guide improvements at park facilities.

The survey (with over 275 responses so far) is part of the Park Restroom Outreach Initiative and will help plan upgrades at county parks.

King Leatherbury, a Hall of Fame trainer known as the King of the Claimers who earned 6,508 wins, died Tuesday at his Maryland home at age 92.

He retired in 2023 and left a lasting legacy with training top horses such as Ben’s Cat.

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.

Cash Bingo Night

7-9:30 p.m. — Rockville Moose Lodge — Food and drinks available — Experience a fun-filled evening of cash bingo and community camaraderie.

Dog and Cat Adoption Event

12-3 PM — PetSmart — Free entry — Discover your new furry friend at Lucky Dog's adoption event featuring both dogs and cats.

Peace, Love & Boogie Woogie Happy Hour

5:30-7:00 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy a vibrant happy hour with award-winning songwriter and pianist Bill Starks blending Americana sounds.

Beatles at Dietle's

5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy Happy Hour and dive into a nostalgic evening filled with Beatles classics and '60s hits.