Good morning, Rockville.

Burnt Hill, a new Montgomery Co. vineyard, was rated by Food & Wine as one of the most stunning places to visit this harvest season & it sits on a 117-acre hilltop that offers views of local farm country, Sugarloaf Mountain and the Catoctin Range.

The vineyard provides a modern tasting room and limited estate wines from over 30 grape varieties for guests to enjoy.

The Montgomery County History Conference held Saturday at Montgomery College's Germantown campus previewed plans for the county’s 250th anniversary next year, featuring historian Ralph Buglass and county executive Marc Elrich.

Buglass’ presentation led hundreds through the county’s evolution from its early agricultural past to its modern diversity — a look at how history shapes its future.

Parents and teachers in Montgomery County are upset over the pace of the MCPS academic program analysis—local groups and education leaders are calling for more time and broader stakeholder input before changing the regional model planned for the 2027-28 school year.

Montgomery County Council member Laurie-Anne Sayles called for stronger links between local farms and restaurants at a Farm-to-Table symposium on Monday—with tables set with locally grown greens—and noted that despite 93,000 acres of agricultural land, most produce sold at local markets is grown out-of-state. She stressed that increasing local demand for fresh food could help lower costs and improve community health.

Maryland task force on Responsible Use of Natural Psychedelic Substances recommended that lawmakers decriminalize natural psychedelics for medical and recreational use in the near future—starting with rules for using psilocybin safely.

The report outlines a step-by-step plan that begins with safety guidelines and public education before any broader changes are made.

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.

Maryland Christmas Show

10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Entry details not specified — Explore a variety of artisan works for holiday shopping at this festive event.

Shannon Leigh and The Good Bygones Live Performance

5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Suggested Donation — Experience energetic bluegrass with rising stars of the DC scene.

Meet and Greet at Taco Bamba

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Taco Bamba Gaithersburg — Free entry — Connect with others at this unique taqueria and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

The Thrills Live in Rockville

9:00 PM — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience spine-tingling rock n’ roll with local music heroes.