Good morning, Rockville.

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the return of a quarter-acre parcel that once served as an African American cemetery in Cabin John to the descendants of Morningstar Tabernacle No. 88; the land, taken in the 1960s for highway construction and believed to hold up to 26 unmarked graves, attracted support from groups like Friends of Moses Hall and the Maryland Sierra Club. This decision restores a historic site that has been part of the community’s heritage since the late 1800s.

A Montgomery County mom (Kristin Schmidt) joined a grassroots effort (Grocery Buddy) to help people buy groceries during the 35th day of the government shutdown as SNAP benefits remain uncertain.

She organized volunteer matching and will launch a website soon to speed up help for those in need.

Montgomery County Public Schools enrollment dropped by 2,641 students from 2024–2025 to 2025–2026 and is expected to decline by nearly 7,000 more over the next six years.

Superintendent Thomas Taylor said the drop has led to proposals such as repurposing Crown High School as a temporary holding facility—while enrollment numbers are reassessed.

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) told its school board yesterday that it will explore partnering with private companies to fund facility projects in its planned six-year, $2.7 billion capital improvements program.

The district noted that the Carver Educational Services Center in Rockville could serve as a test project for a public-private partnership that will hire an adviser to assess improvements and may eventually support a new central office headquarters.

Harriet Kuhn of Montgomery County Public Schools marked National School Psychology Week by sharing her 10-year experience and explaining the new phone use rules that help students learn and stay healthy.

She also highlighted her work to introduce therapy dogs to schools—an effort that supports student mental health.

The Longtimers Concert

8-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Enjoy high energy Americana roots rock from DC's finest old-school band.

The Roustabouts Blues-Fiddle Band

9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 cover — Experience the electrifying blend of blues and fiddle by DC's finest band.

Singles Nature Walk and Lunch

12-2 p.m. — Crystal Rock Trail — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic nature walk followed by a casual lunch gathering.

Circlesinging Together

3-5 p.m. — Elwood Smith Community Center — Free entry — Experience a unique community singing event where the joy of song brings everyone together.

Let's Cook@Casey: Indian Pumpkin Delights

6-8 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Registration required — Explore the delightful flavors of pumpkin in a hands-on Indian cooking class this fall.

Capital Audiofest

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hilton Washington DC/Rockville Hotel & Executive Meeting Ctr — Ticket info on website — Experience the East Coast's favorite audio show with gear auditions, live music, and a friendly atmosphere.

Quantum Leap - Live 80's Music

7-10 p.m. — That's Amore Restaurant — Free entry — Enjoy a totally rad night with 80's hits from Quantum Leap.

MoCo Code & Coffee: Redirecting

2-5 p.m. — Rockville Science Center Storefront — Free entry — An inclusive co-working session for developers of all skill levels to connect and collaborate.

Happy Hour at 7 Locks Brewing

6:30-8:30 p.m. — 7 Locks Brewing — RSVP required — Enjoy craft brews and good company during a fun social happy hour.

Elf the Musical

9:30 AM – 4:30 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Tickets required — Experience the heartwarming tale of Buddy the Elf as he discovers his true identity in this musical adaptation.