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Rockville
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Einstein High in Kensington, over 200 students will perform In the Heights — a Tony Award-winning musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda that celebrates Latino culture and community pride, with shows scheduled from March 13–21 at 11135 Newport Mill Road. MoCo360
- ➤ Eyes to the Skies previews March’s space events for local stargazers, featuring a total lunar eclipse today at 6:38 a.m., daylight saving time on March 8, and the vernal equinox on March 20. The series offers simple viewing tips (local guidance included). WTOP
- ➤ Zainab Azizi, a Montgomery County native and Northwest High School alum, produced the horror thriller Send Help, which released in January, and recently discussed filming challenges and her local roots in Bethesda. She also expressed hope that Maryland will offer stronger tax credits for film productions (supporting emerging filmmakers). MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bethesda Chevy Chase High, Magruder High, and Seneca Valley High began piloting an AI program that uses school cameras & flags fights, medical emergencies, and weapons for staff review on Monday. The system does not record audio or use facial recognition and protects privacy by avoiding classrooms or restrooms. WUSA9
- ➤ Christopher Williams, a Potomac native, is performing science experiments on the space station. He uses his physics and medical training from local schools (including Montgomery Blair High) to study how microgravity affects the human body and is scheduled to return later this summer. WTOP
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials are working to repair a collapsed pipe that released millions of gallons of sewage into the Potomac after residents met with DC Water (operator of the pipeline) at Walt Whitman High School. Emergency repairs will finish mid-March. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County leaders hosted an open house Monday at 6 p.m. at the Sidney Kramer Upcounty Regional Services Center – residents shared views on planned trash and recycling service improvements. WUSA9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Monumental Sports Network will broadcast the 53rd Hoop Culture Capital Classic on April 4 at Capital One Arena, starting at 10:30 a.m. with the DMV Girls All-Star Game & ending at noon with the Boys Capital Classic Game, featuring local & national high school players. WUSA9
- ➤ Bethesda Soccer Club is establishing a pre-professional men's team that will compete in the USL Two league this summer — home matches will begin in May at Maryland Soccerplex Stadium. Montgomery Community Media
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sean Chyun Live Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience the versatile musical talent of Sean Chyun as he blends blues rock, pop, and soul.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet: Swan Lake
7-9 p.m. — F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $44 — Experience a breathtaking ballet of love and magic as the Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake.
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Chuck Underwood Trio Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience an engaging blend of jazz, folk, rock, and blues from the dynamic Chuck Underwood Trio.
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Piece of Cake 5K/10K Race
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Meadow Hall Elementary School, Rockville, MD — Registration Fee Required — Participate in a fun 5K or 10K race benefiting the local community.
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Children of the Book: A Celebration of Reading Together
7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — B'nai Israel Congregation — Free entry — Explore the impact of shared reading on family connections with author Ilana Kurshan.
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HQL Training Class
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Engage Armament — Refunds available up to 2 days before event — Complete the training prerequisite to obtain your HQL in Maryland.
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