It’s Monday, June 30. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here.
1. Supreme Court Rules: On Friday, the Supreme Court affirmed the rights of parents to let their children opt out of LGBTQ+ readings in public schools. The case, Mahmoud v. Taylor, was filed in 2023 by county parents frustrated by Montgomery County Public Schools’ policy.
2. Pride on the Pontoon: Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community with a relaxing cruise on Montgomery Parks’ pontoon boat at Little Seneca Lake. Spot wildlife like beavers, deer, otters, herons, and osprey. Learn more and register.
3. Parks Playhouse Junior: Kids ages 2–8 and their families can enjoy a free Puppet Co. performance today from 10–11 a.m. at Falls Road Local Park, 12600 Falls Road, Potomac. Learn more.
4. Municipal Monday:
- Gaithersburg: The Mayor and Council hold a work session at 7:30 p.m. View agenda
- Rockville: The Mayor and Council will not meet today.
5. New Police Chief in Rockville: Jason West will be officially sworn in as Rockville’s police chief today during a ceremony at City Hall from 5–7 p.m. in the Mayor and Council chamber. A reception will follow.
And one more thing:The County Council is on recess until July 8.
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