Washington Grove
Originally a Methodist meeting ground founded in 1872 on a 200-acre tract of land, summer camp followers eventually constructed year-round homes. You can still walk the tree-lined streets of “The Grove” and see the original summer cottages in their idyllic settings.
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300 Shady Grove
300, it’s bowling – with a twist. What’s the twist? It’s everything entertainment under one roof: state-of-the-art lanes, floor to…
AG Paintball Games Ltd.
Professionally owned sports center offering paintball for individuals, groups and parties.
Clopper Lake
Clopper lake has an over-abundance of largemouth bass, as well as tiger muskie fingerlings, and a hybrid cross of northern…
Gaithersburg Community Museum
Located in the restored B&O Railroad Station complex. Museum features educational exhibits and programs.
Gaithersburg International Latitude Observatory
Built in 1899, the observatory is a National Historic Landmark.
Gaithersburg Water Park
Intended for recreational swimming, the main pool has shallow water play spaces, a raindrop water umbrella, and water slides. The…
Kentlands Mansion
Nestled in the heart of Montgomery County in Gaithersburg, Maryland is a beautiful country estate known as Kentlands Mansion. It…
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
In 2001, the American Chemical Society celebrated the first 100 years of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)…
Seneca Creek State Park
The park, comprised of 6,300 acres, extends along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek, as it winds its way to…
Shadowland
Shadowland is a top destination for families in MD and VA. Offers unique laser adventures for families, youth groups, even…
Spagnvola Chocolatier
We are a Farm and Factory Owned Chocolatier. We import our own exquisite Cocoa beans from our exotic farm in…
City of Washington Grove
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Upcoming Events in Town
Miss Nelson Is Missing
Gaithersburg
Miss Nelson's rude and rowdy students are misbehaving AGAIN! But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson is replaced by Viola Swamp, the scariest substitute teacher ever. Where did Miss Nelson go and will she ever return? A KAT 2nd Stage production in partnership with the City of Gaithersburg Ages 2 and up.
Acrylic Painting
Gaithersburg
Learn the techniques and skills to create representational and abstract paintings in acrylic. References to art history, traditional and contemporary concepts of aesthetics will be discussed. Supply list available at the Arts Barn. Bring supplies to first class.
Inspired by the Masters
Gaithersburg
Create your own art masterpieces. Learn about and be inspired by the great masters of art. Please wear clothes you can get messy or bring a smock. Supply fee of $10 due the first class. Ages 4-6.
