It’s Friday, March 27, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here.
1. Spring break: Spring break starts Monday for Montgomery County Public Schools.
FYI, MCPS students and families. pic.twitter.com/wJpGTxORfl
— MCPS (@MCPS) March 25, 2026
2. ‘Mutt Madness’: From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, the county’s animal shelter in Derwood will host an adoption event for dogs, offering $16 adoption fees for all dogs. The shelter is full and many dogs need homes, according to the county. See more here
3. Cherry blossoms: Peak bloom is here, according to the National Park Service.
PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM!
It's official! The cherry blossoms are opening & putting on a splendid spring spectacle. See you soon.
🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸!#CherryBlossom #BloomWatch #WashingtonDC pic.twitter.com/RA85z4AQTW— National Mall NPS (@NationalMallNPS) March 26, 2026
4. Spring break activities:
- The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring will be open daily for MCPS spring break. Reservations are strongly recommended. See more here
- The Gaithersburg Skate Park at 510 S. Frederick Ave. will be open Saturday through April 4 during spring break. See more here
5. The Pulse: The latest episode of The Pulse takes viewers to the City of Takoma Park, where a vibrant community known for its people-centered values has existed since 1883.
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