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- 03/09/2026
A Wintry Tale of Love & Courage
Experience Hans Christian Andersen’s classic The Snow Queen brought to life in song Mar. 13–22.
- 03/10/2026 4:59 PM
Police Arrest Gaithersburg High School Student with a Handgun
City Officers have arrested a Gaithersburg High School student for possession of a loaded handgun.
- 03/04/2026 1:35 PM
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Parade at Rio
Join us at the St. Patrick’s Parade at Rio on Mar. 14 for festive fun, music, & activities for all.
- 03/03/2026 2:05 PM
Junior Mayor Essay Contest
Calling fourth graders! Enter the Junior Mayor Essay Contest and help imagine Gaithersburg’s future.
- 03/03/2026 1:25 PM
DeVore & City Election Team Recognized with Employee Awards
Program Coordinator DeVore & City Election Team recognized with Employee Recognition Awards.
- 03/03/2026 11:24 AM
Shawn Eastman Named Gaithersburg Chief of Police
Shawn Eastman has been appointed as the new City of Gaithersburg Chief of Police.
- 02/26/2026 5:35 PM
Call to Artists: Big, Bold & Bright
Artists are invited to submit large-scale, colorful & abstract artwork. Apply by Mar. 22.
- 02/26/2026 10:53 AM
Skate Park Kicks Off Season with Ice Cream Social
Just in time for MCPS Spring Break, the Skate Park will open on Saturday, Mar. 28.
- 02/18/2026 9:10 AM
Gaithersburg Police Chief Sroka Retires
Chief Mark Sroka will retire after 16 years with the Gaithersburg Police Department effective Mar. 6.
- 02/17/2026 4:55 PM
City Hosts SuperVITA Free Tax Prep & Resource Fair on March 14
The event will feature free tax preparation assistance for qualifying households.
- 02/17/2026 9:34 AM
Artists Invited to Apply to Arts Barn Spring Artisan Market
Local artists are invited to apply by Mar. 15 for Spring Artisan Market on Apr. 26.
- 02/11/2026 1:32 PM
City Launches New Solar Permit Program SolarAPP+
The City has launched a new program that allows licensed contractors to apply for permits.
- 02/09/2026 2:10 PM
Register for Gaithersburg Summer Camps
Registration for City residents starts on Feb. 11. Open registration begins Feb. 18.
- 02/02/2026 10:20 AM
Olney Art Association Members Exhibition
Fourteen artists showcase mixed media & painting. On view Feb. 2 – May 11 at Benjamin Gaither Center.
- 01/15/2026 4:00 PM
Reflections Past & Present Exhibit at Kentlands Mansion
Art League of Germantown’s juried exhibition on display Jan. 13 through Apr. 13.
- 01/14/2026 1:45 PM
2026 Young Artist Award Winners Announced
Celebrate the talent of our award recipients on January 30 at Arts Barn.
- 01/12/2026 12:30 PM
Art of Illustration at Arts Barn
Discover the art of storytelling through pencil, ink & watercolor. On view now through March 30.
- 01/05/2026 12:50 PM
Cultural Kaleidoscopes at Activity Center Gallery
Discover diverse cultures through photography, fiber art, and painting. On display now through Apr. 27.
- 12/18/2025 10:15 AM
Holiday Giving Program Successfully Serves Families in Need
Holiday Giving Program provided gifts and essentials to 1,400 children in need this season.
- 12/04/2025 12:05 PM
Bonilla & Accounts Payable Team Receive Employee Awards
City recognizes Ana Bonilla and the Accounts Payable Team with third-quarter Employee Awards.