Greetings, Germantown! We’re excited to share the latest updates from our town. Keep reading to stay informed! ☀️
In this edition:
- How the growth of Germantown has led to 40 years of new school developments
- Which local artist from Germantown contributed to an Oscar-winning animated film?
Also on today’s agenda: Kosciuszko Foundation 3rd Washington DC Polish Film Festival along with two additional events.
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Today’s riddle: What do you call a line of rabbits hopping backwards? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Expect a severe afternoon thunderstorm, high of 71°F and low of 31°F.
- Tuesday: Windy with a mix of clouds and sunshine, high of 40°F, low of 24°F.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, then cloudy; chilly with a high of 42°F and low of 29°F.
📰 News Highlights
• MCPS Opened or Reopened 62 Schools from 1985 to 2025 (mocoshow.com) — Families in Germantown have witnessed a significant school building boom, as Montgomery County Public Schools has opened or reopened 62 schools to accommodate growth in areas like Germantown, Gaithersburg, and Clarksburg. This article details the timeline of key school openings and how this information influences future construction and renovation plans.
• Oscars 2026: Maryland Artists Shine at Hollywood’s Biggest Night (thebanner.com) — Germantown’s own Rei Ami is among the Maryland artists recognized at the 2026 Oscars for their contributions to the animated film “KPop Demon Hunters.” This article highlights the achievements of Marylanders in various categories, including a notable hairstylist’s nomination and local connections to “Zootopia 2” and other projects.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Germantown
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Commissioners Meeting
Poolesville, MD Calendar, 19721 Beall St., Poolesville
7:00 PM - PS Walking Club
Whalen Commons, 19701 Fisher Ave, Poolesville
9:00 AM - Catoctin Varsity Softball @ Clarksburg
Clarksburg High School, 22500 Wims Rd, Clarksburg
4:30 PM - Family Storytime at Damascus Community Recreation Center
Damascus Library, 9701 Main St #2, Damascus
10:15 AM - Badminton – 18+ Drop-In
Damascus Community Recreation Center, 25520 Oak Dr, Damascus
12:00 PM - Senior Banquet
Lakewood Country Club
7:00 PM - Damascus Daytime Book Discussion
Damascus Library, 9701 Main St #2, Damascus
11:30 AM - Lower School Open House at Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences, 21830 Peach Tree Rd, Barnesville
1:30 PM - JV Baseball vs Wootton HS
Poolesville High School PHS
4:00 PM
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💬 Community Conversations
What your neighbors are discussing on social media
- Montgomery County Fire and Rescue responded to a gasoline spill from a delivery truck at a Rockville gas station, with hazmat teams assisting in containment.
9:08 AM on Mar 15: Montgomery County Fire and Rescue crews were called to a gasoline delivery truck incident at a gas station, with an unknown quantity of fuel involved… (Nextdoor) - Traffic is at a standstill on I-495 S reported at…
Traffic is at a standstill on I-495 S reported at 3:46 PM. (Nextdoor)
- Home Depot (Retail) has posted a job opening for Kitchen Designer in Germantown. Apply here.
- CROSSMARK has a job opening for Merchandising in Germantown. Apply here. You can also search for other jobs near Germantown here.
🗞 Local News Updates
Montgomery Village
Clarksburg
- Give A Hoot Comedy Club Raises Over $100,000 for Local Charities (mocoshow.com)
Rockville
- MCPS Announces Schedule Adjustments for Monday (patch.com)
That’s it for today, Germantown! Now you’re all caught up on the latest happenings. Thanks for reading, and we’ll see you in your inbox next time! If you enjoy our updates, invite a friend to Patch AM!
— The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today’s riddle: A receding “hare-line”. (Thanks to Susan L. for sharing!)
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