Montgomery County: 5 things to know for March 27

Spring break for Montgomery County Public Schools begins Monday, and the county animal shelter will hold a 'Mutt Madness' dog adoption event Saturday with $16 adoption fees.

It's Friday, March 27. The bulletin lists five items of local interest for Montgomery County residents. The items note the start of spring break for Montgomery County Public Schools, an adoption event at the county shelter, and peak cherry blossom bloom. It also highlights local spring break activities and a recent episode of The Pulse focused on Takoma Park. Key items: - Spring break for Montgomery County Public Schools starts Monday. - "Mutt Madness" adoption event is scheduled Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the county animal shelter in Derwood; the county reports the shelter is full and adoption fees for all dogs will be $16. - The National Park Service reports peak cherry blossom bloom. - The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring will be open daily during MCPS spring break, with reservations strongly recommended. - The Gaithersburg Skate Park at 510 S. Frederick Ave. will be open Saturday through April 4, and the latest episode of The Pulse visits the City of Takoma Park, noted for its people-centered values since 1883. Summary: Spring break begins Monday and several local venues are scheduling extended or daily hours during the break. The county shelter has planned a Saturday adoption event in response to its current full capacity, and peak cherry blossom bloom has been reported. Undetermined at this time.