Good morning, Rockville.

LuminoCity's holiday lights festival will illuminate more than 12 acres of the Montgomery County Agricultural Fairgrounds from tomorrow through Jan.

1, 2026 + general admission tickets cost $33 during peak hours with lower rates for children.

Benjamin Banneker Middle School is celebrating Inclusive Schools Week from Dec.

8-12 to showcase its commitment to creating a welcoming environment. The school uses co-teaching and restorative circles to ensure every student feels valued and heard.

Grace Rivera-Oven, a Gaithersburg High alum, began her term as president of Montgomery County Public Schools Board this week — she aims to strengthen unity, tackle bullying, and address funding challenges in aging facilities to support over 154,000 students at 211 schools.

MCPS superintendent Thomas Taylor recommended that the county school board begin formal revocation proceedings for MECCA Business Learning Institute in Bethesda after the school failed to fix issues with special education and enrollment dropped.

He will send his letter on Thursday for a board vote on Jan. 22.

As winter electric bills climb, experts advise households to lower thermostat settings, seal leaks, and change HVAC filters to trim rising utility costs.

Income-eligible residents can apply today for energy assistance programs in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to ease expenses.

Montgomery County has opened the 2026 recreation aid program + offering scholarships for classes, activities, and memberships.

Residents can apply soon for support to join local recreational programs.

SmartAsset released a report Monday, Dec.

8 that ranked the minimum income for one stay-at-home parent using MIT Living Wage Calculator data, finding families in Hawaii require $102,773 while Maryland households need $87,651 for basic expenses; the study compared state-by-state costs of raising a child.

Quince Orchard High School secured its second consecutive Maryland 4A football title Friday — beating Henry A.

Wise Jr. 26-21 to extend its 27-game win streak before taking a break this month ahead of next season.

Candlelit Sound Bath Experience

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Kentlands Mansion — Cost info not specified — Immerse yourself in a soothing soundscape featuring crystal bowls and chimes to rejuvenate body and mind.

Dan Hovey Live Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy finger-style guitar inspired by Takoma Park legend John Fahey during happy hour.

Beatles Tribute Night at Dietle's

5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Free entry — Celebrate the 50th show of Beatles music with classic hits and album cuts performed live by local talent.

Winter Jubilee Celebration

1-4 p.m. — F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $10, $8 for residents — Celebrate the season with games, crafts, and festive gingerbread house building.

The Buds Concert

2-4 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 — Enjoy a mix of roots, blues, rockabilly, country, and power pop from the talented band, The Buds.

Winter Craft Week Camp

8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Rockville Makerspace and Tool Library — Registration required — Enjoy three days of winter crafts, ice skating, and hot chocolate for kids aged 5-12.

Dan Hovey Live Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover charge — Enjoy finger-style guitar reminiscent of John Fahey during happy hour.