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Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WGTS is giving away 26,000 pre-packed bags of food, enough for a family of four, Saturday in Rockville (at its headquarters on 2099 Gaither Road from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) for families who need help with groceries. WJLA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County approved historic preservation status for Timberlawn, a Rockville home where Eunice Kennedy Shriver started early work that led to the Special Olympics. The designation protects the property's legacy and requires permit review for exterior changes—ensuring its story is preserved for future generations. WJLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education elected Grace Rivera-Oven as president and Brenda Wolff as vice president on November 20 — Rivera-Oven, a former Gaithersburg High School student who started Upcounty Hub and represents District 1, will begin her term on December 1 — while Wolff, representing District 5, was chosen for another term. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools announced that schools will release students early on November 24 and 25 and will close from November 26 through 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday—students must attend the early sessions to complete their work before the break. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Walter Johnson High School hosted the 47th annual Senior Citizens Luncheon on November 20, welcoming 150 seniors from Montgomery County for a Thanksgiving feast with traditional roast turkey, music, dancing, and live jazz. Organized by Key Club—supported by other student groups and cafeteria staff, the event offered a chance for intergenerational fellowship. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ On November 20th, Edison High School of Technology students donated a computer lab (six refurbished computers with operating systems, monitors, keyboards, mice and a printer) to the Prathertown Community Development Corporation to boost digital skills and job readiness in underserved areas while gaining hands-on IT experience. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Grace Rivera-Oven was elected as president and Brenda Wolff as vice president by the Montgomery County school board at its Rockville headquarters (15 W. Gude Drive) for one-year terms beginning Dec. 1; the board held early votes due to scheduling issues and made unanimous decisions. MoCo360
- ➤ A letter to the editor from a Silver Spring parent criticized MCPS’s plan to close the Visual Art Center at Albert Einstein High School—part of a shift to a new six-region academic model—with concerns that the program’s 50 years of strong art education may be hard to replicate. The letter stressed that the center’s dedicated teachers, special studio, and proven mentoring were vital to countywide student success. MoCo360
- ➤ The Montgomery County School Board voted on Thursday to approve a $2.78 billion plan for major school projects that will renovate and replace aging schools, including building a new Silver Spring elementary to replace Sligo Creek Elementary. Many parents—some from Rockville—voiced concerns about future changes as final decisions for projects like Damascus and Crown will be made in the coming months. WJLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state returned a quarter acre along Interstate 495 to the historic Moses Morningstar Cemetery and Hall in Cabin John after nearly a decade-long effort to restore land taken 60 years ago. The Maryland Board of Public Works approved the return last month—an act described as groundbreaking by local historians. MoCo360
- ➤ Rockville’s mayor and council approved a $1.5 million grant for renovations to RedGate Park at Norbeck and Avery roads—funds provided by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ Land and Water Conservation Fund. The money will be used for design, grading, utility installation and new paths on the 130-acre park—once a golf course. Montgomery Community Media
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A 90-unit affordable senior housing complex in Wheaton held a topping off ceremony on Thursday—showing progress on its $41.7 million project funded partly by $7.95 million from county and state sources—and will welcome its first residents in fall while featuring a wood installation signed with good wishes by local community members from a nearby synagogue. Montgomery Community Media
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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.
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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.
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The Thrills Live in Rockville
9:00 PM — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience spine-tingling rock n’ roll with local music heroes.
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Yoga: Breath and Movement Course
7-8 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Check website for entry details — Experience a Viniyoga-inspired class focusing on breath and seamless flow through postures.
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Hanukkah Celebration for Families
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of Hanukkah with crafts, games, and tasty snacks for all ages.
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The Longtimers Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Enjoy high energy Americana roots rock from DC's finest old-school band.
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White's Ferry Nature Walk and Lunch
10:20 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Cost not specified — Take a scenic 1.5-mile walk followed by lunch at Bassetts in Poolesville, MD.
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Silver Spring B&O Station December Open House
10 AM – 2 PM — Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station — Free entry — Explore local history with family activities and special guests showcasing inventive creations.
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Memoir Writers Club
12:30-2 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Explore your memories and creativity in a supportive community of writers.
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Dan Hovey Live Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Enjoy finger-style guitar by the former Nighthawks guitarist in a vibrant tavern setting.
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Lead School Bus Driver - $1,000 Signing Bonus!
Job Type: Non-Exempt, Hourly, Split Shift, Seasonal, 7.5 hours a day / 37.5 hours a week (August through June) 6:00-9:30AM & 3:00-7:00PM Salary Range: $28.50 To $32.50 Hourly In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for: paid time off, paid holidays, summer stipend for returning drivers, and health and retirement benefits enrollment, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 403(b) plan.
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