Community Corner
š± Patch AM: Are Rockville tenants being evicted after reporting mold and mice?
Make time for "A Pumpkin Play Date" - Child Care Open House on the Rockville Patch calendar

Cheers Rockville! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Are Rockville tenants being evicted after reporting mold and mice?
- What's planned for Rockville's 30th F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Festival?
- Is your regular Pike & Rose Starbucks about to close for good?
Also on today's calendar: "A Pumpkin Play Date" - Child Care Open House and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 71 and low of 57 degrees.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, a little rain, temps: high: 64, low: 58.
- Monday: Cloudy, with a high of 68 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Maryland tenant says she's being 'evicted' after reporting mold and mice, and a neighbor filming her apartment got an eviction notice too (operationsports.com) — Residents at the Fields of Rockville apartment complex say they're facing eviction after documenting severe mold, rodent infestations, and other unsafe conditions, raising questions about how Rockville officials oversee local landlords. Tenants and a local TikTok creator describe dozens of families allegedly being removed despite long-standing complaints, and commenters urge affected Rockville renters to contact city and county housing enforcement resources.
![]()
2. Read all about it: 7 literary events in Montgomery County to check out in October (bethesdamagazine.com) — Rockville readers can look forward to the F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Festival returning to Montgomery College on October 24, celebrating its 30th year with author talks, workshops, and a tour of Fitzgerald's Rockville sites. The roundup also highlights nearby October book events in Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Wheaton, Silver Spring, and Takoma Park, from author conversations to a library fun run. It's a full month of literary activities across Montgomery County.
![]()
3. Starbucks closing 3 DC-area locations among 250 North American stores (fox5dc.com) — Starbucks is shutting down its Pike & Rose location in Rockville this week as part of 250 North American store closures, which may affect your regular coffee routine. The company says underperforming stores or those not meeting experience standards are being targeted, including locations in Silver Spring and downtown D.C. alongside Rockville's shop.
![]()
4. Remembering the Iconic Maryland Restaurant With a 23-Page Menu and More Than 200 Sandwiches (mocoshow.com) — Longtime residents may remember Roy's Place, the quirky sandwich spot that first opened in Rockville in 1955 before later moving to Gaithersburg. The restaurant became legendary for its 23‑page menu, more than 200 creatively named sandwiches, and the colorful personality of founder Roy Passin. A shared 1973 menu offers a nostalgic look at the humor and over-the-top combinations that made it a Montgomery County favorite.
![]()
📸 Around Rockville
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
🗓 Upcoming Events in Rockville
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
★ Featured events ★
- "A Pumpkin Play Date" - Child Care Open House →
Milestones Enrichment Center, 5033 Wilson Ln, Bethesda
10:00 am - Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! →
Held at Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, LUTHVLE TIMON, MD, 21093,
9:30 am
Saturday September 26
Saturday October 3
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Colesville Lions Club Fall Flea Market →
1409 Spencerville Rd, Spencerville
8:00 am - Junk Journal Parents Night Out →
Kids First Swim School, 15120 Frederick Rd, Rockville
5:00 pm - Sept. 26: Art Exhibition Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane →
5550 Tuckerman Ln, Rockville
5:30 pm - Live Music: Mixed Business →
7 Locks Brewing, 12227 Wilkins Ave, Rockville
6:00 pm - Rockville Little Theatre Presents "The Game's Afoot" →
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville
8:00 pm - Linwood Taylor & Guy Bouchie w/ Still Standing →
Hank Dietle's Tavern, 11010 Rockville Pike, Rockville
9:00 pm - 250th Anniversary Celebration of America and Montgomery County Cultural Blast →
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 608 N Horners Ln, Rockville
3:00 pm - Djangolaya →
Hank Dietle's Tavern, 11010 Rockville Pike, Rockville
6:00 pm - Wolf's Every Monday Blues Show & Sit-In Jam →
Hank Dietle's Tavern, 11010 Rockville Pike, Rockville
7:00 pm - Dan Hovey →
Hank Dietle's Tavern, 11010 Rockville Pike, Rockville
5:30 pm
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
📣 Rockville Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Rockville PatchAM possible:
- Ayham electric — (240) 408-8613
- All Dwelling Solutions LLC — (301) 301-9488
- A&J General Services LLC — (240) 919-7949
- EstateMAX — 3013325585
- Hank Dietle's Tavern
- Hearthwell Home Care — 4436208545
- EstateMAX — 3013325585
- Summer At Sandy Spring — (301) 774-7455
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
🪧 Patch Classifieds
- New uTest Project: Study For Dog Owners ($150)
Ever wonder how smart home technology tells the difference between you and your pet? We are seeking dog owners and their four-legged companions to... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- CCACC -We're hiring executive director —CCACC - Rockville Read on Patch
- The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane in North Bethesda Awarded National Recognition from AHCA/NCAL —The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane Read on Patch
- ‼️ WANDERING LOST PET CAT ‼️
This cat has been wandering in the Woodmont park apartments, this picture was taken outside of building 700. (Nextdoor Woodmont Park) - Neighbors be careful with cheaper estimates for construction jobs.
Cheap means that the job won't be done correctly. (Nextdoor Norbeck Crossing)
- Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Gaithersburg. Apply here.
- Premium Retail Services posted a job opening for Merchandising Specialist in Gaithersburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rockville here.
Ok Rockville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
👉 Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.