Gaithersburg News Briefs: New Comedy Show, Tree-Eating Beetle and More

The following news was released by the City of Gaithersburg:

Laugh Out Loud with Fuddy Meers at Art Barn

In partnership with Montgomery Playhouse, the presents Fuddy Meers, a comedy by David Lindsay-Abaire. The show runs Aug. 10-26, with performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Admission is $16, $14 for City residents. This show contains adult language and mature themes and is appropriate for those 17 and older. Read more about Fuddy Meers on the City of Gaithersburg website.

Emerald Ash Borer Discovered Near Gaithersburg

The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive, wood-boring insect that kills Ash trees, has been discovered near the City limits of Gaithersburg. The City estimates it has less than 400 Ash trees in the public right-of-way. 

Related Coverage: (July 10, 2012)

Residents with Ash trees on their property are urged to educate themselves about EAB. Residents with specific questions about trees on their private property should contact a Certified Arborist from a reputable and insured tree company. 

For more information please contact Gaithersburg's Environmental Services Division at 301-258-6330 or visit the City of Gaithersburg website.

Register Now for Fall Youth, Teen Sports

Registration is now open for fall youth and teen sports programs in the City of Gaithersburg. Fall offerings include cross country, ultimate football and flag football, volleyball, and soccer. Gaithersburg sports leagues offer one practice and one game per week, allowing youth and their families time for other activities. Additionally the City is offering Start Smart programs for 4- and 5-year-olds in football and soccer. Start Smart is an international program designed to introduce youth along with their parents to the world of sports.

For more information, visit the City of Gaithersburg website.

English Bulldog Wins “Citizen Canine of the Year” Title

The City of Gaithersburg is proud to name “Scar” the first ever “Citizen Canine of the Year” and winner of the Citizen Canine photo contest. Despite being the youngest contender, the four month old English Bulldog pup led the way to victory with 241 votes for his photo on the City’s Facebook page. Coming in second with 150 votes was “Bella” the Cocker Spaniel, followed by third-place winner “Murphy,” the Pembrooke Corgi, with 127 votes. 

For more information and photos of the winner, visit the City of Gaithersburg website.