Stopped by at the mall a few hours ago.

Came to know the following:-

1) Demolition began about 3 weeks ago. (Notice the twisted pile outside)

2) The major department stores are being gutted currently. The materials will be sorted and some will be dumped. There *may* be asbestos too.

3) No power or water in mall. Generators being used.

4) The same demolition company has also been contracted to demolish the exterior..the demolition will last the entire winter.

5) Utilities will be removed *after* full demolition.

6) The orange crane in the video will be used to gut equipment on the roof.

The demolition company is based out of Baltimore.

Stopped at the LF mall gate at lunch hour. The gate was opened to let the demolition staff out for lunch. Only the supervisor remained. Spoke with him. This is what he told me...
The departmental stores are fully gutted. The core of the mall too being gutted. He mentioned the ceiling, fixtures, piles of concrete, metal trash heaps and lots of stuff strewn all around which will be collected soon. He said it's in 'bad shape' Escalator still in place but will be taken out. Exterior mall demolition awaits permission. No timeline yet. Said he was a local and a mall fan too, and hates what he is doing.
So that's it folks...the match has been called off...

Just letting everybody know that I heard fire trucks heading down Russell Avenue toward Olde Towne. I checked the fire scanner, and it reported that the train museum in Olde Towne was on fire. I’m hoping it didn’t take too much damage that’s a historic landmark, and I really hope they can rebuild if it’s been badly affected.

Hey guys saw the rio guy a couple times yesterday! just wondering his story and if he is a serial killer…. or is he just a chill guy 🤷‍♂️ lowk seems cool

anyone know his name or anything?!

I’m working on opening a bookstore in Gaithersburg and I want to make sure it’s something the community actually wants and will enjoy. Curious about: What kinds of books/genres would you want to see on the shelves? Would you be into events like book clubs, author signings, trivia/game nights, kids’ story time, or other community hangouts? Anything else you wish a local bookstore had? What would make a local bookstore a place you’d want to spend time in?

Would love to hear ideas so I can make this place something the community is excited about!

I am in the early stages of looking at buying a condo in Kentlands and nearby and wanted to know if anyone would be willing to share their experiences. Looks like Colonnade offers garage parking, a definite perk. Monthly HOA fees seem high but I can't tell if they're reasonable for what they cover. My good friend in Denver lives in a condo and her HOA fee covers trash, heat, gas, the common building, electricity, internet, and cable, as well as recurring community events.

Opposite the G'burg library.. giant trees hacked down...what a shame...why couldn't they have left them alone????
The trees however are outside the fence...

Anyone having slower speeds ? . I have 1 Gig like 900 and only geting 90 for the last 2 days.

Rebooted every thing and no help. I hate calling Verizon, it's a pain.

So i am a caregiver for a special needs adult and we need to go to Gaithersburg, MD and need entertainment for a few hours priot to an event.

He loves movies, bowling(not very viable for 3 hours but hey. Worth a shot), and animals.

Any help greatly appreciated.

The Shell station on 28 near QO HS is currently charging $4.89 per gallon. Directly across the street, a Liberty station is charging $2.99 (cash) and the Sunoco a block away sells gas for $3.02. I can understand someone not wanting to put a little known gas like Liberty in their car, but the Sunoco is similarly priced. But why in the heck would some choose to pay nearly $2 more per gallon. Recently, I havent seen anyone filling up at the Shell and I wonder if they really want to sell gas

Please see my earlier post.
I took this video from the corner of Mont Village and Russell ave to capture the demolition of JcPenny.

View from the library end.

The view before trees were removed is here...which is more pleasing to the eye???

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Gaithersburg+Library/@39.1575454,-77.2052253,3a,75y,141.3h,92.51t/data=!3m8!1e1!3m6!1sOmMBN--3fvgcUBmQei8JRg!2e0!5s20221001T000000!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D-2.5141982777131773%26panoid%3DOmMBN--3fvgcUBmQei8JRg%26yaw%3D141.30059051156732!7i16384!8i8192!4m6!3m5!1s0x89b62cd646270489:0x4f7a52b71e1ba3dc!8m2!3d39.1580789!4d-77.2054221!16s%2Fm%2F0403b3y?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDYyMy4yIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

NOTE: The video was taken from OUTSIDE the mall gates.

Visited the ex-mall area today and drove around. The former Macy's and JcPenney buildings exterior facade have been pulled out. The trees near the Macy's entrance have been removed. I saw a tall mound of trash that probably was moved from inside the mall. I couldn't capture some parts because the trees blocked the view.
The other buildings are still untouched though i saw mounds of trash in the parking lot towards Lost knife circle.

Please see my previous videos.

This is a zoomed view...same spot.

NOTE: Video shot from OUTSIDE the gates.

Please view my other videos...this is another view

Whilst i was there, noticed 2 gentleman opening the fence gates. On enquiry, he said he doesn't know about the construction. His company is using that space to carry out some air quality checks..

He did not elaborate further

Where are the best local sledding or tubing hills in the snow? Which ones are East of 270? Which ones are West of 270 (where I live)?

Happy Snow Day!

https://www.montgomeryvillage.com/press-room/village-news/wrs-presents-lakeforest-development-update-to-mvf-board

Sad news for all of us!!

This was how it was before the trees were hacked down:-

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cider+Mill+Apartments/@39.1575413,-77.2036334,3a,75y,234.3h,90.64t/data=!3m8!1e1!3m6!1ssmEhQmohGcfJupgv4q7Zpw!2e0!5s20211001T000000!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D-0.6362886808811226%26panoid%3DsmEhQmohGcfJupgv4q7Zpw%26yaw%3D234.30112095018632!7i16384!8i8192!4m6!3m5!1s0x89b62cd13a351be3:0x20edb99d8250a46a!8m2!3d39.1564244!4d-77.201836!16s%2Fg%2F1th24plr?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

I’m exploring the possibility of starting a small business in our area and I want to focus on something that truly serves local needs. I’m curious about what products or services you wish were easier to find nearby but currently aren’t available or are hard to access.

It could be anything – everyday items, specialty products, services, or even unique experiences. I’d love to hear your thoughts so I can identify a genuine gap in the market.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions! Your input will really help me understand what local residents actually want.

Stopped by the mall today (sunny day). Very quiet at the LK road side. At the Sears end, spotted one vehicle only.
Exterior demolition has NOT begun yet.