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City Of Gaithersburg

31 South Summit Avenue
301-258-6310

City Mission:

The Gaithersburg City government exists to provide quality cost effective, priority community services for its citizens. We are a CHARACTER COUNTS! City that serves as a catalyst for the involvement of residents, businesses and organizations to ensure that Gaithersburg is a great place to live, work, learn and play.

City Vision:

In the 21st Century, Gaithersburg will set the standard for other cities as a "special" place where people want to live, work, learn and play.

City History:

Gaithersburg began in 1765 as a small agricultural settlement known as Log Town. In 1850, the post office was named "Forest Oak." The town officially became "Gaithersburg" when it was incorporated on April 5, 1878.

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad came to Gaithersburg in 1873. The railroad brought a large summer community to town as the ease of travel allowed people to escape Washington, D.C. during the hot summer months. Agricultural businesses expanded as area farmers were able to ship products faster with less risk of spoilage. The brick station and freight house building were designed by Ephraim Francis Baldwin, a Baltimore architect, and constructed in 1884.


Recent News

Service Opportunities and Performance Honor the Legacy of Dr. MartinLuther King Jr.

Service Opportunities and Performance Honor the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Online Press Release Here GAITHERSBURG, Md. (January 10, 2024) The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by…

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Gaithersburg’s Jingle Jubilee Lights Up Holiday Season

97th Anniversary of Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony GAITHERSBURG, MD -- Celebrate diverse and vibrant holiday traditions at Gaithersburg’s Jingle Jubilee. Enjoy an evening of music, dance, and song. This year marks the 97th anniversary…

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Gaithersburg Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Gaithersburg, MD - The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors Native American Heritage Month in November with an educational presentation and proclamation highlighting the culture, heritage, and achievements of our Native American neighbors. An…

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Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival Tickets Now on Sale; Discount Days Benefit Holiday Giving Program

GAITHERSBURG, Md. (October 17, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival welcomes visitors back for its 28th spectacular season. Due to the popularity of this event, tickets must be purchased in advance and are only good for the specific…

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Gaithersburg Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Gaithersburg, MD - The City of Gaithersburg invites you to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with educational and cultural presentations and activities happening throughout the City. An official proclamation designating September 15 through October…

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City Seeks Resident Feedback on Parking Conditions in Gaithersburg Neighborhoods

Survey Available through October 1 Gaithersburg, MD - The City of Gaithersburg is in the process of developing new parking permit regulations and updates to the City Code. Feedback is sought from residents to learn about existing neighborhood…

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Gaithersburg Neighborhoods Participate in Annual National Night Out Against Crime

Gaithersburg, MD - Several Gaithersburg neighborhoods are joining communities across the country to participate in the National Night Out (NNO) Against Crime campaign. On Tuesday, August 1, these neighborhoods will hold events to increase drug…

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Gaithersburg Police Officer Amy Ovalle Presented With Public Safety Award

Gaithersburg, MD - Gaithersburg Police Officer Amy Ovalle was among the 39 public safety officials honored by the Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce as part of its 29th annual Public Safety Awards program that took place on July 14 at the…

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Gaithersburg Celebrates "Where Community Grows" During Parks and Recreation Month

Gaithersburg Celebrates “Where Community Grows” During Parks and Recreation Month Month-long Celebration Highlights Local Parks, Recreation Opportunities and Special Events GAITHERSBURG, Md. (June 28, 2023). The City of…

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Council Member Spiegel Appointed to Maryland House of Delegates District 17

Gaithersburg, MD - On June 13, 2023, the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee (MCDCC) voted to recommend City Council Member Ryan Spiegel for appointment to the Maryland House of Delegates to complete the remaining term of former Delegate…

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Summer Outdoor Concert Series Returns to Olde Towne

Summer Outdoor Concert Series Returns to Olde Towne Children’s Wednesday Concerts Kick Off June 7, Thursday Evenings in Olde Towne Begin June 8 Children’s Wednesday Concerts Kick Off June 7, Thursday Evenings in Olde Towne Begin June…

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Beatrix Maynard Wins Top Prize in 2023 Gaithersburg Book Festival High School Poetry Contest

Beatrix Maynard Wins Top Prize in 2023 Gaithersburg Book Festival High School Poetry Contest GAITHERSBURG, Md (May 24, 2023). Beatrix Maynard, a sophomore at Annapolis High School and an Edgewater, Md., resident, was awarded first prize in the…

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Gaithersburg to Recognize Fallen Soldiers on Memorial Day

Gaithersburg, MD - Loyalty and patriotism will be on full display as the City of Gaithersburg joins the nation in honoring all who have given their lives in military service at its Memorial Day Observance on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 11 a.m. at…

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Applications, Donations Sought for City of Gaithersburg Character Counts Scholarship Program

Gaithersburg, MD - High school seniors who are residents of the City of Gaithersburg are encouraged to apply for a W. Edward Bohrer, Jr. Memorial CHARACTER COUNTS! Scholarship. Since the program’s inception in 1998, 95 high school seniors have…

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G-PARC Arts and Culture Alliance Announces Storm Drain Art Contest Winners and Honorable Mentions

Public is Invited to Participate in Painting Event Gaithersburg, MD -- The Gaithersburg Parks, Arts and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC) Arts & Culture Alliance, in conjunction with the City of Gaithersburg Stormwater Management and Cultural…

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Gaithersburg Names Milly Abdo as Its 2023 Junior Mayor

Gaithersburg, MD -- The City of Gaithersburg has selected Milly Abdo as the new Junior Mayor for 2023-2024. Abdo is a fourth grade student at Fields Road Elementary School. Out of five finalist, “Milly stood out as an exceptional…

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Ribbon Cutting at New Casey Community Center Pedestrian Bridge Kicks Off 'Be Your Best Fest'

Gaithersburg, MD -- Join Casey Community Center for the City of Gaithersburg Be Your Best Feston Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 12:45 to 3 p.m. The free, family-friendly community event features performances, games, activities, information tables,…

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Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association Presents 37th Annual Juried Art Exhibit at Kentlands Mansion

Gaithersburg, MD -- Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green presents the 37thAnnual Juried Art Exhibition of the Gaithersburg Fine Arts Association (GFAA). The juror for this year’s exhibit is Michael Shibley, who has been recognized…

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Neighborhoods, HOAs Invited to Apply for Improvement Matching Grants

GAITHERSBURG, MD -- The City of Gaithersburg is now accepting applications for funding under the Frederick J. Felton Neighborhood Matching Grant program. The program provides an incentive for neighborhood organizations to improve their communities…

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Gaithersburg Ranked Most Diverse City in America by WalletHub

Gaithersburg, MD -- WalletHub has named Gaithersburg the #1 Most Diverse City in Americawith a total score of 73.09. The City also ranked #1 in the Small City category, which includes communities with populations under 100,000. The study compared…

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Explore Active Living at Gaithersburg’s Active Aging Expo

Explore Active Living at Gaithersburg’s Active Aging Expo Gaithersburg, MD - The City of Gaithersburg’s annual Active Aging Expo is a day filled with energy, educational talks, interactive demonstrations, and preventive screenings.…

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G-PARC Alliance for Parks Announces Second Annual Parks Photo Contest

G-PARC Alliance for Parks Announces Second Annual Parks Photo Contest The Alliance for Parks of the Gaithersburg Parks, Arts and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC), along with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture, are pleased to announce…

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Innovative, Sustainable Green Practices Recognized with Gaithersburg Environmental Awards

Gaithersburg, MD -- As part of Green Month, the City of Gaithersburg recognizes individuals and organizations demonstrating outstanding environmental stewardship in the Gaithersburg community with Environmental Awards. Mayor Jud Ashman and members…

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City of Gaithersburg - Notice of Street Construction on Teachers Way and East Diamond Avenue

Gaithersburg, MD - The City of Gaithersburg Department of Public Works announced that M.T. Laney, a Washington Gas contractor, will perform road repairs on Teachers Way and East Diamond Avenue. Work will take place through April 10, 2023, weather…

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City of Gaithersburg - Mayor’s State of the City Address And Awards to be presented March 30

Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman and members of the City Council will host the annual State of the City Address on Thursday, March 30, 2023, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Rosborough Cultural Arts Center on the grounds of Asbury Methodist Village. In…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Gaithersburg Launches Strategic Plan Public Dashboard

Gaithersburg Launches Strategic Plan Public Dashboard The City of Gaithersburg has launched an online performance dashboard that allows residents to follow progress on the City’s five-year Strategic Plan. The new public dashboard provides…

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City Of Gaithersburg -Mayor Ashman presents 2020 Distinguished Resident, Friend ofGaithersburg And Outstanding Organization Awards

Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman presented the 2020 awards for Distinguished Resident, Friend of Gaithersburg, and Outstanding Organization during the March 6, 2023, Mayor and City Council meeting. The 2020 State of the City event, which serves as a…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Tony Hoffman Leads Community Talk on Opioid Prevention on March 8 at Gaithersburg High School as part of City’s Opioid Abatement Initiative

Gaithersburg, MD (March 7, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg Community Services Division, in partnership with the Montgomery County Goes Purple Initiative, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, and Montgomery County Public Schools,…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Move, Play And Grow with Spring Recreation Programs

Move, play and grow with spring recreation programs. Registration is now open for dozens of classes and activities designed to get you moving, keep you thinking, and enjoy shared experiences. Explore our spring offerings and register online here.…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Arts Barn Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Gaithersburg, MD (March 6, 2023) The Arts Barn celebrates 20 years as Gaithersburg’s home for the arts with a special Anniversary Arts Festival Weekend, Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16, 2023. The Arts Barn is located at 311 Kent…

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City Of Gaithersburg -Celebrates Women’s History Month

The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors Women’s History Month with an art and poetry exhibit, storytime programs, discussions, and more. Celebrated annually during the month of March, Women's History Month highlights the contributions…

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City Of Gaithersburg Announces Call To Artists For Arts Barn City Shop

Gaithersburg, MD (March 3, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg invites artists to submit applications to exhibit and sell their works in the Arts Barn City Shop. Selected artists will have the opportunity to display their artwork in the City Shop from…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Hazel Monae Named New Racial Equity, Diversity And Inclusion ProgramManager

Gaithersburg, MD (February 28, 2023) Gaithersburg City Manager Tanisha Briley announced the selection of Hazel Monae as the new Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Program Manager within the City Manager’s Office. Hazel will begin…

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City Of Gaithersburg News : Celebrate st. Patrick’s day with parade at rio

Gaithersburg, MD (February 24, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg, in partnership with The Peterson Companies and rio, will host the 21st St. Patrick's Day Parade at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The parade meanders down Grand Corner Avenue at…

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City Of Gaithersburg Ranked 3rd Most Culturally Diverse City In U.S. By Wallethub

Gaithersburg, MD (February 22, 2023) WalletHub recently compared more than 500 of the largest cities in the U.S. and ranked them based on three key indicators of ethnic diversity, including ethnicity and race, language, and birthplace. Gaithersburg…

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City Of Gaithersburg G-Parc Arts And Culture Alliance Announces Storm Drain Art Contest

Gaithersburg, MD (February 22, 2023) The Arts & Culture Alliance of the Gaithersburg Parks, Arts and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC), in conjunction with the City's Stormwater Management and Cultural Events & Services Divisions, is pleased…

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City Of Gaithersburg: Courtney Davis Named New City Of Gaithersburg Communication And Publicengagement Manager

Gaithersburg, MD (February 21, 2023) Gaithersburg City Manager Tanisha Briley announced the selection of Courtney Davis as the new Manager of the Office of Communication & Public Engagement Division within the City Manager’s Office.…

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City Of Gaithersburg News : Acclaimed Cellist Tanya Anisimova Performs 'Folk Reimagined: Appalachian Dreams' at Gaithersburg Arts Barn

Gaithersburg, MD (February 17, 2023) Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green presents Folk Reimagined: Appalachian Dreams, featuring Tanya Anisimova, on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at the Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road. Concert begins at 8 p.m. Tickets…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Go on a Whimsical Voyage with James and the Giant Peach at Gaithersburg Arts Barn

Go on a Whimsical Voyage with James and the Giant Peach at Gaithersburg Arts Barn In partnership with Rockville Musical Theatre, Gaithersburg Arts on the Green presents James and the Giant Peach, a musical based on the book by Roald Dahl with…

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City Of Gaithersburg Invites Artists To Sell Artwork At Spring Art Market

Gaithersburg, MD (February 17, 2023) Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green invites artisans to submit applications to sell their original artworks at the Spring Art Market on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the Arts…

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City Of Gaithersburg Launches “Retool Gaithersburg” Initiative To Modernize Zoning Code

Gaithersburg, MD (February 8, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg has launched Retool Gaithersburg, a comprehensive initiative to update the City’s Zoning Code. The update aims to modernize the zoning ordinance to better reflect the needs of the…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Joins Local Jurisdictions to Create Regional FairHousing Plan

Gaithersburg, MD (February 6, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg joins the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) and seven local jurisdictions to create a joint Regional Fair Housing Plan, which provides strategies to expand access to…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Summer Camp Registration Opens February 15 for CityResidents, February 22 for Everyone

Gaithersburg, MD (February 3, 2023) Registration for Gaithersburg’s popular summer camp and clinic programs, held in convenient locations throughout the City, opens on February 15 for City of Gaithersburg residents. Open registration starts…

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City Of Gaithersburg Invites Artists To Submit Qualifications For Upcoming Public Art Projects

The City of Gaithersburg’s Cultural Arts Advisory Committee (CAAC) invites artists to submit their qualifications to be considered for public art projects within the Art in Public Places Program (AIPP). Apply online here. Artists must have…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Award Winning Storyteller Noa Baum presents Workshop and Performance at Gaithersburg Arts Barn

Award Winning Storyteller Noa Baum presents Workshop & Performance at Gaithersburg Arts Barn The Gaithersburg Arts Barn presents storyteller Noa Baum on Saturday, April 1, 2023, with a workshop at 2 p.m. and performance at 7 p.m. The Arts…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Valentine-Themed One-Acts, Sweethearts And The Zoo Take Center Stage at Arts Barn

Gaithersburg, MD – (February 1, 2023) In partnership with Victorian Lyric Opera Company, Gaithersburg Arts on the Green presents Sweethearts by W. S. Gilbert and The Zoo by Arthur Sullivan. The show runs February 10 through 26, 2023, with…

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City of Gaithersburg : Seeking Volunteer Fixers for 2nd Annual Fix-ItFair

Gaithersburg, MD (February 2, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg Environmental Affairs Committee is planning its second Fix-It Fair on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Casey Community Center. Residents are invited to make an appointment…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Montgomery Art Association Exhibit Returns to Benjamin Gaither Center

Montgomery Art Association Exhibit Returns to Benjamin Gaither Center The City of Gaithersburg presents the Montgomery Art Association (MAA) member exhibition at the Benjamin Gaither Center through March 26, 2023. The Benjamin Gaither Center is…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Gaithersburg 4th Graders Invited to Enter Junior Mayor Essay Contest

Gaithersburg, MD - (January 24, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg announces its Junior Mayor contest for the 2022-23 school year. It is held annually in conjunction with a statewide “If I Were Mayor…” essay contest sponsored by the…

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City Of Gaithersburg News : Register Now for Spring Youth, Teen Sports Programs

Gaithersburg, MD – (January 23, 2023) Registration for Spring Youth and Teen Sports programs in the City of Gaithersburg is now open. Spring offerings include t-ball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, track & field, and speed &…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Nominations Sought for 2023 Gaithersburg Environmental Awards

Gaithersburg, MD (January 18, 2023) Nominations are now being accepted for the City of Gaithersburg 2023 Environmental Awards. This annual program recognizes individuals and groups for their commitment to the environment. City residents,…

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Gaithersburg Celebrates Black History Month Zainab Abbas to Accept Official Proclamation

Gaithersburg, MD -- The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors Black History Month with educational programs, exhibits and an official proclamation. Explore all programs and events here. Celebrated annually in the United States during the…

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Free Tax Preparation Available for Qualified Individuals

Gaithersburg, MD -- The annual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a partnership of the City of Gaithersburg and the Montgomery County Community Action Agency, is now accepting appointments to prepare 2022 taxes. Casey Community Center…

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City Of Gaithersburg News Portal For School-Based Nonprofit Grants For Fiscal Year 2024 Opens February 1

Gaithersburg, MD (January 10, 2023) The City of Gaithersburg announces the availability of Fiscal Year 2024 School-Based Nonprofit Grants that address educational needs and provide quality, accessible and equitable services for City students.…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Arts Barn Seeks Student Volunteers For Summer Break

Gaithersburg, MD – (January 9, 2023) The Arts Barn is now accepting applications for 2023 summer break student volunteers. Located in the heart of Kentlands, the Arts Barn offers enriching art education programs in the visual and performing…

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City of Gaithersburg News - Gaithersburg Celebrates Financial Wellness Month with Educational Workshops

Gaithersburg Celebrates Financial Wellness Month with Educational Workshops The City of Gaithersburg celebrates Financial Wellness Month in January with educational programs that help increase the financial stability and well-being of City…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Service Opportunities And Performance Honor The Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by encouraging residents to give back to their community during a Week of Service, January 16 – 23. An official proclamation recognizing Dr. King and…

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Lt. Leache And Payroll Team Recognized With Employee Awards

At the Mayor and City Council meeting on Monday, December 5, 2022, Lieutenant John Leache and the City’s Payroll Team were recognized with Employee Recognition Awards for the third quarter of calendar year 2022. Made up of peers from each…

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City Of Gaithersburg Achieves 100 Score On Municipal Equality Index

The City of Gaithersburg earned a score of 100 points in the 11th annual Municipal Equality Index, an initiative of the Human Rights Campaign that examines the inclusivity of laws, policies and services with respect to the LGBTQ+ community. The…

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City Of Gaithersburg: Move, Play And Grow With Winter Recreation Programs Registration Now Open

Gaithersburg, MD – (November 30, 2022) Move, play and grow with winter recreation programs. Welcome the new year with all that Gaithersburg Parks, Recreation and Culture has to offer. Registration is now open. Explore our winter offerings and…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Jingle Jubilee Lights Up Holiday Season

96th Anniversary of Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Gaithersburg, MD (November 23, 2022) Celebrate diverse and vibrant holiday traditions at Gaithersburg’s Jingle Jubilee. Enjoy an evening of music, dance, and song. This year marks the 96th…

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City Of Gaithersburg News : Olney Art Association Annual Membership Exhibit on Display atGaithersburg Activity Center

Gaithersburg, MD (November 21, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg presents the Olney Art Association juried member exhibition at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park through January 29, 2023. The Activity Center at Bohrer Park is located at 506 South…

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Statement Of Support From Mayor Jud Ashman On The Explosion And Fire At The Potomac Oaks Condominium Complex

City of Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman, on behalf of the City Council, issued a statement in regards to the explosion and fire that occurred on November 16, 2022, at the Potomac Oaks condominium complex located in the 800 block of Quince Orchard…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Artist Collective 'Artist on Market' Returns to Arts Barn for Holiday Season

Gaithersburg, MD (November 14, 2022) The Arts Barn is pleased to welcome back the Gaithersburg Artist Collective “Artists on Market” for a special holiday exhibit on display November 25, 2022, through January 8, 2023. The Arts Barn is…

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Create Holiday Memories with Festive Activities and Santa’s Tour in Gaithersburg

Celebrate the holiday season with the City of Gaithersburg. From visits with Santa and holiday concerts to cooking classes and a dazzling drive through Winter Lights Festival, there’s plenty of festive fun for all ages. For more information,…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Gaithersburg Veterans Day Ceremony Moved to Activity Center at Bohrer Park Due to Inclement Weather

Gaithersburg Veterans Day Ceremony Moved to Activity Center at Bohrer Park Due to Inclement Weather Due to the inclement weather forecast for Friday, November 11, 2022, the Veterans Day Observance will now be held inside at the Activity Center at…

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Gaithersburg Celebrates GIS Day and Geography Awareness Week with Activities And Events

Gaithersburg, MD (November 9, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg celebrates GIS Day and Geography Awareness Week in November with discussions and activities designed to promote geography knowledge and showcase Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Veterans Day Observance Honors Military Personnel

Gaithersburg, MD (October 28, 2022) The entire community is invited to join the City of Gaithersburg for its annual Veterans Day Observance on Friday, November 11, 2022, honoring and recognizing all U.S. military personnel who play an important…

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Arts Barn Hosts Independent Film Night on November 19, 2022

Gaithersburg, MD - The Gaithersburg Arts Barn hosts its Independent Film Night on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 7:30 p.m. Concessions will be sold before the film screenings and during intermission, followed by a question and answer session with…

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Gaithersburg Announces Call to Artists for 2023-24 Exhibition Season

Gaithersburg, MD - The City of Gaithersburg’s Cultural Arts Advisory Committee invites individual artists and art organizations to submit applications to exhibit in the City’s art galleries. Apply online here. Applications are now being…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Día de los Muertos Altar Exhibit on Display October 30 – November 5 at Activity Center

Día de los Muertos Altar Exhibit on Display October 30 – November 5 at Activity Center The City of Gaithersburg’s Multicultural Affairs Committee and De Colores Mexican Folk Dance Company present “Altar de Día de…

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City Of Gaithersburg News : Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Gaithersburg, MD (October 21, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors Native American Heritage Month in November with educational presentations and programs and a proclamation highlighting the culture, heritage and achievements of our…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Fall Loose Leaf Collection Runs October 24 – December 30

Gaithersburg, MD (October 18, 2022) Loose leaf collection for single family and townhouse owners in the City of Gaithersburg begins Monday, October 24, and will continue through Friday, December 30, 2022, weather permitting. Collection is made…

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City Of Gaithersburg Receives Prestigious Sustainable Maryland Certified Award

Gaithersburg, MD (October 12, 2022) – The Environmental Finance Center at the University of Maryland announced that the City of Gaithersburg was one of 18 Maryland municipalities honored during the Sustainable Maryland Awards Ceremony at the…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Register Now for Winter Youth, Teen Sports Programs in Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg, MD – (October 10, 2022) Registration for Winter Youth and Teen Sports programs in the City of Gaithersburg is now open. Winter offerings include basketball, volleyball and speed & agility clinics. The City also offers Start…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Winter Lights Festival Tickets on Sale October 12

Gaithersburg, MD (October 5, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival welcomes visitors back for its 27th spectacular season. Due to a significant increase in the popularity of this event, tickets must be purchased in advance and are…

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City of Gaithersburg News - Halloween Hauntings Not to Miss in Gaithersburg

Halloween Hauntings Not to Miss in Gaithersburg Halloween is just around the corner and the City of Gaithersburg is celebrating throughout October with programs and activities sure to send a chill down your spine. Trick-or-treating, scary films…

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City Of Gaithersburg Update With Photos: Gaithersburg Launches Financial Empowermentcenter Offering Financial Counseling As Free Public Service

Gaithersburg, MD – (October 3, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg, in partnership with the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund), announced today the grand opening of its Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), offering…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Gaithersburg Ranked 7th Best Place to Live for Families in U.S. by Fortune Well

Gaithersburg Ranked 7th Best Place to Live for Families in U.S. by Fortune Well The City of Gaithersburg placed #7 in Fortune Well’s inaugural Fortune 25 Best Places to Live for Families ranking. The list highlights areas in the U.S.…

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City of Gaithersburg News - 20th Annual Young Artist Award Competition Now Accepting Applications

20th Annual Young Artist Award Competition Now Accepting Applications The City of Gaithersburg, in association with the Kentlands Community Foundation, is now accepting applications for the 20th Annual Young Artist Award. The juried competition,…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Prost! Gaithersburg’s Oktoberfest Returns October 9

Gaithersburg, MD (September 22, 2022) Dust off your dirndl, grab your lederhosen and get ready to Prost! The City of Gaithersburg presents the 29th annual celebration of Oktoberfest on Sunday, October 9, 2022, from noon to 5 p.m. The festival takes…

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City Of Gaithersburg - King And City Attorney’s Office Recognized With Gaithersburg Employee Awards

Gaithersburg, MD – (September 20, 2022) At the Mayor and City Council meeting on Monday, September 19, 2022, Community Facility Manager Kristy King and the City Attorney’s Office were recognized with Employee Recognition Awards for the…

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City Of Gaithersburg : You Be the Judge at 25th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival at ArtsBarn

Gaithersburg, MD – (September 15, 2022) The Gaithersburg Arts Barn hosts the Manhattan Short Film Festival, featuring ten short films that the audience will view and vote on. Screenings take place Wednesday through Friday, September 28 through…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Board Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

The Maryland Municipal Attorneys’ Association presented City Attorney Lynn Board a Lifetime Achievement Award. The Maryland Municipal Attorneys’ Association (MMAA) presented City Attorney Lynn Board a Lifetime Achievement Award. The…

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Gaithersburg Arts Barn Issues Call For Proposals For The 2023-2024 Theater Series

Gaithersburg, Md. (September 13, 2022) The 2023-2024 (FY24) theater season marks the 21st anniversary of the opening of the Arts Barn, the City of Gaithersburg's home for the performing and visual arts. In celebration, the Arts Barn is seeking…

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City of Gaithersburg: Broadway’s Majestic Musical Camelot Brings Legend of King Arthur to Life at the Arts Barn

Broadway’s Majestic Musical Camelot Brings Legend of King Arthur to Life at the Arts Barn In partnership with Landless Theatre Company, Gaithersburg Arts on the Green presents Camelot with book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner and music by…

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City Of Gaithersburg: Gaithersburg Ranked 3rd Most Culturally Diverse City in U.S. by WalletHub

Gaithersburg Ranked 3rd Most Culturally Diverse City in U.S. by WalletHub Gaithersburg Ranks #2 Amongst Small Cities WalletHub, an online financial resource and services website for individuals and businesses, recently compared more than 500 of…

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City Of Gaithersburg Receives Prestigious Budget Presentation Award For 21st Consecutive Year

The City of Gaithersburg has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022, from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. Gaithersburg is receiving this…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Portion of Proceeds from Annual Winter Lights Festival to BenefitLocal Charities

Gaithersburg, MD – (September 6, 2022) Now in its 27th season, the Gaithersburg Winter Lights Festival has become a much-anticipated holiday tradition for families in the Washington area. The 3.5 mile-drive through hundreds of dazzling light…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Gaithersburg Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Gaithersburg Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month The City of Gaithersburg invites you to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with educational and cultural presentations and activities. Residents are encouraged to learn about and celebrate Hispanic…

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City Of Gaithersburg : 'Goes Purple' in Celebration of Recovery Month

Gaithersburg, MD – (August 31, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg joins the Montgomery County Goes Purple Initiative in celebration of Recovery Month. Residents are invited to participate in educational and commemorative activities that celebrate…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Labor Day Parade Winds through Olde Towne Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg, MD (August 23, 2022) After a two year hiatus, the City of Gaithersburg and the Gaithersburg-Washington Grove Fire Department celebrate the unofficial end of summer with the 84th Annual Labor Day Parade on Monday, September 5, 2022, at…

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Art of Trash Grabbing Workshop Combines Art and Environmental Stewardship

The Gaithersburg Parks, Arts and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC), in collaboration the City’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture and the Public Works Stormwater Management Division, is hosting “Art of Trash Grabbing”…

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Help Others This Holiday Season Through The Gaithersburg Holiday Giving Program

For more than a quarter century, the City of Gaithersburg and its generous partners have served families for both the Thanksgiving and December holidays. Keeping the spirit of giving alive during the holidays will be especially important as many…

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City of Gaithersburg News - DrinkMaryland Pop Up Market Comes to Olde Towne Gaithersburg September 9, 2022

DrinkMaryland Makes a Stop at Olde Towne Plaza DrinkMaryland, a market-like pop up event, will make a stop at Olde Towne Plaza in Gaithersburg on Friday, September 9, from 4 to 8 p.m. Featuring local Maryland wine, cider, and beer, this open-air…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Gaithersburg Receives Prestigious Financial Presentation Award

Gaithersburg, MD (August 9, 2022). The City of Gaithersburg has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for the 44th…

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Olde Towne Plaza Gets Lighting Upgrade; Fountain Hours AdjustedDuring Installation

The newly renovated Olde Towne Plaza in Gaithersburg is getting even more upgrades, with overhead lighting (catenary lights) being strung to add nighttime charm. The installation will begin on Monday, August 8, and is expected to take about a week,…

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City Of Gaithersburg News : Return To The Circus With Preposterous At The Gaithersburg Arts Barn

In partnership with Happenstance Theatre, Gaithersburg Arts on the Green presents Preposterous on Friday, September 2, 2022, at the Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road. Enjoy this sophisticated, pocket-sized theatrical clown circus. A Slapstick Workshop…

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City of Gaithersburg News - Renaldi Named Gaithersburg Chorus Music Director

Melodia Renaldi Named Gaithersburg Chorus Music Director Gaithersburg, Md. (July 27, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg is pleased to announce that Melodia Renaldi will be joining the Gaithersburg Chorus as its new Music Director as of August 23,…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Celebrate the Webb Telescope with Movie Screening And Skywatching Event

Gaithersburg, MD (July 26, 2022) The Gaithersburg Community Museum presents a Webb Telescope Weekend celebration on Friday and Saturday, August 26 and 27. The Webb Telescope is the most ambitious space observatory ever built through an international…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Sign Up Now to March in the 84th Annual Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade

Gaithersburg, md (july 25, 2022) after a two year hiatus, the ever-popular gaithersburg labor day parade, one of the city’s oldest traditions, returns to the streets of olde towne on monday, september 5, 2022, at 1 p.m. Now in its 84th year,…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Move, Play And Grow with Gaithersburg Fall Recreation Programs

Gaithersburg, MD – (July 21, 2022) Registration opens soon for dozens of fall recreation classes and activities designed to get you moving, keep you thinking, and enjoy shared experiences. Registration for City of Gaithersburg residents starts…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Update: Concern for Missing Gaithersburg Area Man

Gaithersburg, MD – (July 21, 2022) – Detectives from the Gaithersburg Police Department - Investigative Section are asking the public for help in locating a missing Gaithersburg man. Samuel Josef McCollin-Lyons, age 32, was last seen…

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City of Gaithersburg - Gaithersburg Neighborhoods Participate in Annual National Night Out Against Crime

Gaithersburg, MD – (July 20, 2022) – Several Gaithersburg neighborhoods are joining communities across the country to participate in the National Night Out (NNO) Against Crime campaign. On Tuesday, August 2, these neighborhoods will…

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City Of Gaithersburg Neighborhoods Participate In Annual National Night Out Against Crime

Gaithersburg, MD – (July 20, 2022) – Several Gaithersburg neighborhoods are joining communities across the country to participate in the National Night Out (NNO) Against Crime campaign. On Tuesday, August 2, these neighborhoods will…

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City Of Gaithersburg Announces Call To Artists For Arts Barn City Shop

Gaithersburg, MD (July 14, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg invites artists to submit applications to exhibit and sell their works in the Arts Barn City Shop. Selected artists will have the opportunity to display their artwork in the City Shop from…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Gaithersburg Employee and Team of the Year Awards for 2021

Gaithersburg, MD – (July 11, 2022) The Gaithersburg Employee Recognition Committee (ERC) named Economic Development Manager Sharon Disque as the 2021 Carl Webb Employee of the Year and the Elections Support Team as the 2021 Team of the Year.…

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City Of Gaithersburg : Sponsors Smart Salt Applicator Training

Gaithersburg, Md. (July 8, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg Stormwater Division is sponsoring a virtual Smart Salt Applicator training on Tuesday, August 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The training is hosted by the Izaak Walton League Salt Watch Program…

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City Of Gaithersburg Deploys First All-Electric Vehicle In Fleet

The City of Gaithersburg recently deployed the first all-electric vehicle (EV) in its municipal fleet of approximately 200 cars and trucks. The new car joins 24 hybrid vehicles that are already in use by staff in the Police Department (15), Public…

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City Of Gaithersburg: "Rise Up For Parks And Recreation” This July In Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg, MD (June 27, 2022) – It’s time to get outside and rise up for Gaithersburg Parks, Recreation and Culture. Since 1985, America has celebrated July as Park and Recreation Month. A program of the National Recreation and Park…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Castillo and Police Taser Training Team Recognized with Employee Awards

Castillo and Police Taser Training Team Recognized with Employee Awards At the Mayor and City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, Administrative Support Specialist Tam Castillo and the Police Taser Training Team were recognized with…

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City Of Gaithersburg News - Montgomery County Common Ownership Communities Program Goes into Effect July 1 in Gaithersburg

Montgomery County Common Ownership Communities Program Goes into Effect July 1 in Gaithersburg The Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council voted to opt into Montgomery County’s Office of Common Ownership Communities Program at its May 17, 2021…

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City of Gaithersburg News - “Photography Across the City” Exhibits on Display at Gaithersburg Arts Barn

“Photography Across the City” Exhibits on Display at Gaithersburg Arts Barn Gaithersburg, MD (June 14, 2022) As part of “Photography Across the City,” Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green presents Photography on Unusual…

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Gaithersburg Chorus Seeks Choral Director

The Gaithersburg Chorus is seeking a Choral Director to provide artistic direction and instruction on how to perform selected pieces for its annual spring and fall public performances. Responsibilities include selecting a varied repertoire,…

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Community Museum Heats Up With Free Summer Programs

Gaithersburg, MD (June 6, 2022) The Gaithersburg Community Museum hosts a variety of free family-friendly programs this summer. Located in the restored 1884 B&O Railroad Station complex near the intersection of Summit and Diamond Avenues in Olde…

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City Of Gaithersburg - DiVerse At Casey Poetry Nights Kick Off June 9

Gaithersburg, MD (June 6, 2022) Join Casey Community Center and DiVerse Gaithersburg on the first Thursday of every month this summer for a fantastic night of poetry and conversation. DiVerse Gaithersburg features poets with a wide range of…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Teaching Artist Sought for Trailmarkers Camps

Gaithersburg, MD (June 3, 2022) The Arts & Culture and the Parks Alliances of the Gaithersburg Parks, Arts and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC), in partnership with the City of Gaithersburg public art program and the MCPS Linkages to Learning…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Register Now for Fall Youth, Teen Sports Programs

Registration for Fall Youth and Teen Sports programs in the City of Gaithersburg is now open. Fall offerings include flag football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, skateboarding, and speed & agility clinics. The City also offers Start…

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City Of Gaithersburg - Gaithersburg Celebrates Caribbean-American Heritage Month

Gaithersburg, MD – (May 31, 2022) The City of Gaithersburg celebrates and honors Caribbean-American Heritage Month in June with a performance and a proclamation highlighting the culture, heritage and achievements of our Caribbean-American…

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