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From the City’s website:

Enjoy the sounds of the Gin Blossoms, the Rembrandts, Derek James, Sin Fronteras, and other exciting entertainers.

Sample menu items from dozens of local restaurants at the Taste of Gaithersburg.

Shop for one-of-a-kind arts and crafts at the City World Market.

Explore our natural world in the Green Zone with Animal Ambassadors, or let the kids enjoy Bubble Island or a rock climbing wall and a mini-circus.

Enjoy all of this and more at Celebrate Gaithersburg, the City’s 27th annual street festival on Sunday, September 21 from Noon to 5 p.m.

See you in Olde Towne!

Also from the City’s website :

Gin Blossoms Headline 27th Annual Celebrate Gaithersburg Festival

Posted 8/20/2008

 

“Celebrate Gaithersburg in Olde Towne,” Gaithersburg’s popular street festival, is back for its 27th year.  A several block area around the intersection of Summit and Diamond Avenues will be closed to traffic as the entire community comes out for a day of music, food, arts, crafts, amusements, and much more, sponsored in part by MIX 107.3 FM and Tots2Tweens.com.  It all happens on Sunday, September 21 from Noon to 5 p.m. 

Five stages of live entertainment showcase a wide range of musical styles, headlined by the Gin Blossoms.  Derek James kicks off the entertainment on Stage I, the City Hall Concert Pavilion, at 12:45 p.m., followed by The Rembrandts at 2 p.m.  The Gin Blossoms round out the music-filled afternoon, taking the stage at 3 p.m. 

At the “Taste” of Gaithersburg local restaurants will offer delectable samples from their menus, including a wide range of culinary delights such as red crab soup, chicken satay and chocolate dipped strawberries.  Tickets, priced at $1.25 each, must be used to purchase “Taste” items.  No item will sell for more than three tickets.  Advance “Taste” tickets are on sale now at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park.  Visit the festival website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/celebrate for details.  The “Taste” is sponsored in part by GEICO and RCN.  Other fair favorites, including funnel cakes and ice cream, will be available throughout the festival.  “Taste” tickets are not valid at these vendors. 

New this year is a hands-on educational Green Zone, sponsored in part by General Motors.  Learn about the many creatures on our planet with the Animal Ambassadors, and visit a variety of informational booths with plenty of resources to help you go green in Gaithersburg.

Artisans, importers and entertainers from around the globe will share their wares and talents in the City World Market, located in the parking lot adjacent to City Hall.  Here you’ll find jewelry, baskets, hand woven fabrics, floral arrangements, and many more one-of-a-kind treasures.  Sponsored in part by the Montgomery College Hispanic Business & Training Institute and Lowe’s of Gaithersburg, the award-winning City World Market is also home to Stage II, featuring the Andean sounds of Mystic Warriors and the Oasis Band, a steel drum trio.

Stage III, located on Summit Avenue, is the site of this year’s community performances, featuring such crowd favorites as Singing Seniors, the Dawn Crafton Dancers, Latina Chica Dreamers, and demonstrations by Sport & Health.  Latin rhythms will resonate from Stage IV, located near the intersection of Diamond and Park Avenues.  The sounds of the Sin Fronteras Mariachi Band and Sol y Rumba are sure to get you moving to the beat.

Youngsters are in for a special treat with activities galore, including a mini circus at Stage V, with clowns, stilt racing, juggling, balloon sculptures, unicycling and more.  Little ones will enjoy wandering through Bubble Island, or trying their skills on the Forest Oak Boy Scouts rope bridge.  Be in your own safety video with KinderVision, or visit the amazing model railroad at the Community Museum.  Scattered throughout the festival are moon bounces, slides and even a rock climbing wall.  The kids activity areas are sponsored by KinderVision Safety Education Program and Washington Parent and Washington Woman Magazines.

The City of Gaithersburg will recognize its newest citizens during a naturalization ceremony conducted at noon at the City Hall Concert Pavilion.  Immediately following the swearing in, the Mayor and City Council will present awards for the Distinguished Citizen, Outstanding Organization and Friend of Gaithersburg.  Also during the ceremony City Hall Park will be officially renamed Griffith Park at City Hall, in honor of former Gaithersburg Mayor John W. Griffith.  Members of his family will be on hand to help recognize Mayor Griffith’s contributions to the community.  The festival ceremony will also serve as the public debut for Gaithersburg’s new City Manager, Angel Jones, who officially starts work on September 29, 2008.

Free shuttle service is available to and from satellite parking at Lakeforest Shopping Center.  A bike valet parking service will be available behind the Victor Litz Music Center off of Summit Avenue.  Free parking is also available at the public garage on the corner of South Summit and Olde Towne Avenues.  Additional parking is available at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, less than a quarter mile from the festival area.  Please note that no alcohol, skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, or pets are allowed at the event.

For a complete festival schedule visit the City’s website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/celebrate or call 301-258-6350.

From the City’s website:

Thursday, September 18, 2008

Burglary

On 9/18/2008 at 8:30 a.m. police responded to the 100 blk of Bralan Ln for a burglary that just occurred. Suspects stole a purse.

Suspect 1-black male 6-0 160-190 black jacket
Suspect 2- black male 5-6 to 5-8 150-160 blue jacket and blue jeans

Strong Arm Robbery

On 09/18/2008 at 4:30 p.m. victim was approached by suspect in the parking lot of 49 W Diamond Avenue. Victim was punched in the face and suspect stole $20. Suspect then fled on foot towards Barons. Investigation to continue.

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Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Burglary

On 09/17/08, sometime between 7:00 a.m and 9:30 p.m., an unknown person(s) entered into a residence in the 400 block of Christopher Avenue and property was taken. An investigation is ongoing.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Burglary

Sometime between 7:20 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on 09/16/08, a residence in the 200 block of Summit Hall Road was burglarized. There were no signs of forced entry to the home but a locked door inside the house had been forced open. Property was taken.

On 09/16/08, between 10:30 a.m. and 11:35 p.m., an unknown subject entered into a residence in the 400 block of West Side Drive. There was no signs of forced entry and various property was taken. The investigation is ongoing.

Significant Events

On 09/16/08, at approximately 7:10 p.m., a vehicle was crossing over the railroad tracks at Chestnut Street when it got caught in between the railroad arms as a commuter train approached. The vehicle was hit by the commuter train. The occupant of the vehicle was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

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Monday, September 15, 2008

Aggravated Assault

On 09/15/08, at approximately 2:00 p.m., police responded to the 100 block of Odendhal Avenue for the report of an aggravated assault. The victim was hit over the head by the known suspect. The suspect was arrested and charged accordingly.

Robbery

On 09/15/08, at approximately 8:25 p.m., the victim was exiting her car in the 900 block of Clopper Road when she was approached by the three suspects. One of the suspects punched her in the face, grabbed her purse, and then they all fled. The victim could not provide a description of the suspects.

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Sunday, September 14, 2008

Robbery

On 09/14/08, at approximately 9:05 p.m., police responded to the 400 block of North Summit Avenue for the report of a robbery. The victim met the suspects at the bus stop. One of the suspects pulled out a handgun and ordered the victim to the ground. Another suspect went through his pockets and took cash. The suspects fled on foot.

Suspect #1 - Black male, 20-25 yrs old, 5′05″-5′07″, 150-160 lbs, brown eyes, black hair, crew cut, wearing a white t-shirt and blue baggy jeans.
Suspect #2 - Black male, 20-25 yrs old, 5′09″-6′00″, 190-200 lbs, brown eyes, black hair, crew cut, wearing a white t-shirt and blue baggy jeans.
Suspect #3 - Black male, 20-25 yrs old, 6′00″, 200-210 lbs, brown eyes, black hair.

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Saturday, September 13, 2008

Aggravated Assault

On 09/13/08, at 5:23 p.m., units responded to the 200 block of Summit Hall Road for an aggravated assault. Upon arrival a male was found suffering from multiple stab wounds. Suspects were later identified and arrested.

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Friday, September 12, 2008

Burglary

On 09/12/08, at approximately 10:32 p.m., police responded to the 1200 block of Knoll Mist Lane for the report of a burglary. The basement sliding glass door had been smashed out by unknown means. Unknown if entry was made. Nothing was taken.