🏃‍♀️ Bullis freshman rewrites record. Mya Arrendell shatters a U.S. girls track record for the 300m, pushing the Potomac powerhouse back into the national spotlight before midseason even arrives. Read the full story [Sports Illustrated]

🗿 How Glenstone protects art. Conservation director Steven O’Banion breaks down how the outdoor masterpieces withstand weather, time, and foot traffic at our favorite meticulous museum. Read the Q&A

🐴 Wrenacyn Saddle Club registration opens. Young riders can join Winter 2026 weekly Wednesday meets in Feb & March to blend riding plus ground horsemanship, teamwork, and confidence building. Claim a spot

📣 Rally for Whites Ferry return. Poolesville’s Chamber hosts a community show of support at the ferry site on Dec. 30, marking five years since the crossing shut down. Show up and support

🏛️ State funds local heritage. Maryland’s Heritage Area Authority opens $5K–$100K matching grants for nonprofits preserving historic sites, landscapes, and culture along the C&O Canal, Ag Reserve, and other County heritage areas. See if your project qualifies

🛋️ Marlo Furniture closes. After 70 years serving local homes with sprawling showrooms and big sales, Marlo Furniture will permanently close all six stores, with this Sunday as the final day. Swing by now for deep discounts before the era ends. [MoCo Show]

🎄 Christmas Eve 🎅

🎄 Merry Christmas! 🎅

Junk Journaling Workshop | 12–2pm & 2:30-4:40pm @ Dov & Company
Shake off the holiday frenzy with collage-forward journaling: vintage scraps, stickers, dried florals, photos, and layering tips that turn blank pages into keepsakes. Bring your own journal or grab theirs 📓

Saturday Shake Out: Dance & Potluck | 4–6pm @ Carderock Springs Swim and Tennis Club
Move through 5Rhythms (Flowing to Stillness) with a guiding teacher, no choreography required, then stick around to refuel and mingle at the potluck. Bring a dish to share 🥗

Radiant Rhythms Ecstatic Dance | 7–9pm @ Holistic Wellness Center
Start with an opening circle, then ride a DJ-curated wave from slow to sweat to stillness. No steps, no talking. Just movement, community, and a clear head. Tickets in link 💃

Rockville Bike Party: Holiday Lights Ride | 4:30–7pm @ Trek Bicycles
Deck your bike in lights and roll a relaxed, no-drop 8–9 miles past Rockville’s best holiday displays, then warm up with the after-party back at Trek. 🚲

See 15 new job openings and all 57 local job openings in Potomac

🎄 Merry Christmas! 🎅

^{*Dates & times subject to change based on weather and/or venues making your life more difficult}

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