Good morning, Rockville.

Residents in Rockville will celebrate Independence Day on July 4 at Mattie J.T.

Stepanek Park with live music and a 20-minute fireworks display. Other regional events offer parades, food trucks, and family-friendly activities in nearby communities.

Bethesda Magazine’s latest issue lists 25 summer events designed to help residents enjoy free concerts, festivals, sports and community celebrations starting July 3 at venues like Mattie J.T.

Stepanek Park in Rockville and Kensington. The guide highlights events through Aug. 22 to help families plan their summer.

Montgomery County Council meets today at 9:30 a.m. at the Stella Werner Council Office Building in Rockville to hear Chief Health Officer Dr. Kisha Davis discuss PFAS findings in a North Potomac waterway and to hold a public hearing at 1:30 p.m. on water and sewer plan revisions.

The Nationals closed the Battle of the Beltways last week by winning two of three games against the Orioles, marking a third straight series victory.

The team faces a shaky bullpen — 25 blown saves and a 5.02 ERA — and will work on improvements before Saturday’s game against Pittsburgh.

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.

Learn to Code in Python & AI Adventures

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rockville — Cost info not specified — Explore Python and AI through creative comic quests and videos in a fun learning environment.