Good morning, Rockville.

Families in our area face rising pressure with reduced SNAP benefits & high grocery costs that drive increased food bank use while So What Else will host an event tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Food Rescue Bank in North Bethesda to showcase hunger relief efforts.

Genki Wagyu Shabu House began its soft opening Wednesday at 870 Festival Street in Twinbrook Quarter.

The restaurant serves Japanese shabu shabu hot pot and sushi for dinner from Sunday to Thursday (5 to 10 p.m.) and Friday and Saturday (5 to 11 p.m.), with a grand opening date pending.

At Song Dog Farm Distillery in Boyds, head distiller Kristian Naslund uses locally grown grain to produce award-winning spirits at a community tasting room—set on a farm.

Megan Draheim says the venue, open Wednesday through Sunday, hosts live music and family-friendly events with signature cocktails including rye whiskey.

MCPS has released an eBook showcasing student-selected songs, dance, poems, and drawings to mark America’s 250th anniversary.

The publication highlights many voices from different communities through creative contributions.

Montgomery Parks expanded trail access on nearly 300 miles of natural-surface trails so that Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes and adaptive mountain bikes can ride, while motorbikes, mopeds and Class 2 + 3 e-bikes remain banned; the new rule took effect on Thursday, June 25.

The Buds Live Performance

2-4 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 — Enjoy a lively mix of roots, blues, rockabilly, and more with The Buds at this local favorite venue.

16th & T Band Live Performance

9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 Cover — Experience the vibrant sounds of 16th & T, a cover band blending classic R&B and pop for an unforgettable night.

The Grandsons with Special Guest Daryl Davis

8-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Cost info not provided — Experience an electrifying night of authentic American roots music with the acclaimed Daryl Davis.

The Roustabouts Live Performance

9:00 PM — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 cover — Experience DC's finest blues-fiddle band with a unique mix of blues and soulful tunes.

Dog and Cat Adoption Event

12-3 PM — PetSmart — Adoption fees may apply — Discover your new furry friend at Lucky Dog's adoption event.

Kiti & the Drifting Valentines Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Enjoy a night of western swing and rockabilly tunes from a lively band out of Washington DC.

Alice Gerrard & Reed Stutz Concert

5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $20 — Experience a dynamic evening with bluegrass legends Alice Gerrard and rising star Reed Stutz.

FlyBoy with FLACK

9-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 — Experience DC music scene veterans playing original songs from Beatnik Flies and Slickee Boys.