After more than two decades away, The Backyard Birdfeeder has returned to Potomac and is now open for business right next to Potomac Grocer on River Rd.

Longtime residents will remember the shop as a local favorite, and its comeback is already drawing bird lovers eager to restock their feeders and refresh their backyards.

This shop is more than nostalgia. It is our one-stop spot for squirrel-proof feeders, custom seed blends, suet and mealworms, and even Smithsonian-certified Bird Friendly coffee to elevate your morning birdwatching.

There are kid-friendly projects for families and various binoculars for the serious crowd, all with owner Brad’s expert guidance.

Want the full story on Potomac’s premier bird shop before your visit? Read our complete guide here → The Birds Are Back in Town

⛳ MyMCMedia spotlights Churchill senior Zoe Cusack ahead of her Junior Ryder Cup debut in New York, tracing her rise from Potomac junior golf to the U.S. team. Watch the full profile [MyMCMedia]

🥩 Nick’s Organic Farm’s fall Beef & Chicken order form is live with various locally grown & grass-fed options for Potomac-pickup in November. View the full order list

💧 Montgomery County homeowners can now snag up to $7,500 in rebates for eco-friendly landscaping like rain gardens and permeable pavers. Check the Rainscapes application guide to see if you qualify

🏘️ North Potomac just ranked #13 among Niche’s new “2025 Best Suburbs to Live in America”, praised for schools and quality of life with an A+ grade. See Business Insiders overview of rankings [Business Insider]

🏟️ Upper Deck Golf returns to Northwest Stadium with tee times opening for registration today at 10 a.m. Ever wanted to drive balls from the upper deck? Reserve your spot

Water Wednesday: Meet the President | 12-1pm @ Virtual
Join Betsy Nicholas, the new head of Potomac Riverkeeper Network, for an intimate convo on our region’s clean-water future. Register in link 💧

Potomac Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Night | 6:15-7:45 pm @ Potomac Library
Teens 13–17 gather monthly to shape real MCPL programs, earn service-learning hours, and build leadership chops—with free pizza and drinks to keep ideas fueled. Pizza and beverages provided. 🍕

Museum on Tap: The Life of Reverend Josiah Henson | 7-8pm @ Saints Row Brewing
Historian Susan Soderberg unpacks the real Josiah Henson: the man behind the legend who famously declared “My name is not Tom.” 📚

4th Annual GBCC Health & Wellness Expo | 5-7pm @ Bethesda North Marriott Hotel
Join the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce for an exciting networking event with businesses focused on improving mental and physical health. Tickets in link 🥗

Chute Outs | 6-8pm @ Potomac River (Old Anglers Lot meet-up)
Paddlers throw their best freestyle tricks on whatever the river serves that day. Meet 5–6pm at Anglers lower lot to sign up. Free entry 🌊

Montgomery Parks Capital Improvements Program Forum | 7-8:30pm @ M-NCPPC Wheaton HQ
Your backstage pass to shaping Montgomery Parks’ next six-year funding plan. Help decide which trails get TLC, which playgrounds get a facelift, and how solar and park expansions get prioritized. Sign up to speak in link🌳

Teach Give Inspire Fridays: Women Storytellers Shaping a Better Future | 9:30am @ TPC at Avenel Farm
Three women authors, Alka Joshi, Katherine Saad Feghali, and Lee Yaron, weave bold global narratives that bind us with common threads in the 25th event of this Speakers Series. Brunch included. Open to all but few seats remain, register in link 👩‍🎤

PCV Cultural Arts: Learn to Do Origami | 10:30am-12pm @ Potomac Community Center
Potomac Community Village and the Potomac Community Center Seniors Program collaborate to transform a simple sheet of paper into art with a local origami master. Materials provided, masterpieces included. Register in link by Sept 11 🦢

Great Frederick Fair: Opening Night | 4-10pm @ Frederick Fairgrounds
One of the bets Fairs in the area kicks off Friday until September 20th. Expect livestock displays, carnival midway thrills, local crafts, funnel cakes and a brewery tasting to boot. Wristbands and tickets in link 🎪

Art in Nature: Nature Drawing Wildflowers | 5-6:30 pm @ Locust Grove Nature Center
Get guided by a naturalist to sketch lingering wildflowers on natural-surface trails. A beginner-friendly escape into art and flora. Bring a sketchpad and pencil + register in link 🌼

Free Fun Fridays Outdoors on the Green | 5–7pm @ Cabin John Village Lawn
My Gym invites tots and parents to free playful outdoor games on the grassy patch behind Cabin John Village. Adult supervision required. Sign up in link 🏃‍

Don’t Tell Comedy Pop-Up | 8-9:30 pm @ Montgomery County Secret Venue
A surprise lineup of sharp comics lands in stealthy MoCo spots. BYOB with big laughs for ages 21+. Tickets in link, location emailed at 8:00am 🤐

Weekend Birders: Birding 101 | 8-9:30am @ Locust Grove Nature Center
Lace up for a dawn trek along natural-surface trails, learn how to watch and identify local birds. Tips, field-guide hacks, and binocular borrowing are available. Register in link 🐦

Pvolve Potomac Grand Opening | 8-11am @ 7821 Tuckerman Lane
Celebrate boutique fitness landing in Potomac with giveaways, light bites, and a chance to sample Pvolve’s low-impact, sculpt-smart workout. Free to attend. 💪

A Day of Belonging | 9am-4pm @ Rockwood Manor
Strathmore & Mission Belonging present a day for veterans, their families, and neighbors come together for expressive arts workshops from visual art, writing, improv, ukulele, songwriting and performances. RSVP; donations support travel for facilitators and veteran participants 🖌️

Planting Trees & Shrubs Workshop | 11am @ Good Earth Garden Market, Potomac
Good Earth’s planting pros Dave and Ruben reveal how to pick placement, break up root balls, dig deep, and water for long-term success. Free to attend and perfect for every skill level. 🌳

Big Green Egg Taste Takeover | 11am-2pm @ Strosniders
See the cult “Big Green Egg” grill in action with live demos, giveaways, raffles, and bite-sized smoky perfection. Free event🍖

Eastern European Song Workshop | 1-4 pm @ Private Potomac Home
Learn haunting harmonies and heartfelt originals from married duo Brian Dolphin and Elizabeth LaPrelle: Philly Folk Choir directors with a flair for eerie tradition. Intimate setting, limited spots. RSVP via email in link 🎶

Polo Classic with Purpose | 2-5:30 pm @ Congressional Polo Club
Sport, style, and community meet at the 6th Annual Polo Classic to benefit Habitat Metro MD. Enjoy two fast-paced polo matches, stomp divots, and strut your best hat, dress, or tailgate. Gates open 1 pm. Tickets in link, kids under 12 attend free 🎩

Shopping Is My Cardio: David Lambert-McMichael | 10-11am @ Westfield Montgomery Mall
Skip the gym and get a free, low-impact full-body class led by David Lambert-McMichael, right in the mall. Stay after for retail rewards and foodie perks. RSVP in link 🛍

Gardening with Your Body: Getting in the Dirt Without the Hurt | 2-4 pm @ Locust Grove Nature Center
Learn how to garden smarter, not harder with pacing, stretches, biomechanics, and body-friendly tools so you can enjoy planting for seasons to come. Tickets in link + wear comfy clothes. 🌿

Burgers & Hoops | 6-9pm @ ICCP Gym
The Burger Coach rolls into Potomac with their famous smash burgers plus friendly hoops contests on the side. Tickets in link 🍔

Now please share this newsletter with that neighbor narrates birdwatching like it’s the Masters.

-Potomac Loop Team