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Source of the Spring covers the latest news, events, and developments in the communities of Silver Spring and Takoma Park, Maryland.
The closure of the Gazette left many Silver Spring residents feeling the absence of a local news source. Furthermore, The Washington Post, the former owner of the Gazette, has been reducing its coverage of local news. Source of the Spring was established to address this gap by focusing on news, people, issues, and other relevant information related to Silver Spring and Takoma Park. Our coverage area generally aligns with the borders of the communities served by the Silver Spring Regional Service Center, which includes the area south of the beltway, Four Corners to the east, the Prince George’s County line to the south, and Rock Creek Park to the west. However, we also occasionally report on areas beyond these borders. Comments Policy
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09/25/2026
After several days of storms and rain, conditions appear to be improving for Sunday’s Takoma Park Folk Festival, though rain and wind gusts remain possible.
Takoma Park Folk Festival Returns Sunday With Nearly 50 Acts
09/24/2026
The Commas food hall at Ellsworth Place will celebrate a grand reopening this Saturday with the debut of two new concepts and the return of two fan favorites.
Commas Reopening Adds Two Vendors in Downtown Silver Spring The Commas food hall at Ellsworth Place will celebrate a grand reopening this Saturday, featuring the debut of two new concepts and the return of two fan favorites.
09/23/2026
The North Woodside, Silver Spring House Tour this weekend will offer plenty of history, architectural variety, and lessons on restoring and updating older homes.
North Woodside House Tour Features 11 Silver Spring Homes The North Woodside House Tour in Silver Spring this weekend will offer plenty of history, architectural variety, and lessons on restoring and updating older homes.
09/21/2026
The Takoma Park Folk Festival returns to its roots with traditional and contemporary folk music, a crafts show, and interactive events for all ages.
Takoma Park Folk Festival Brings Music, Crafts and Family Fun
09/18/2026
Silver Spring Stage begins a three-week run of "Bernhardt/Hamlet," a play about actress Sarah Bernhardt's groundbreaking choice to play Hamlet and theater's power to challenge norms and celebrate artistry.
“Bernhardt/Hamlet” Brings Theater History to Silver Spring Stage Silver Spring Stage begins a three-week run of “Bernhardt/Hamlet,” a play about actress Sarah Bernhardt’s groundbreaking choice to play Hamlet and theater’s power to challenge norms and celebrate…
09/18/2026
Kosher Chinese restaurant Holy Chow! may permanently close this weekend amid declining sales and community support over the past two to three years.
09/16/2026
Montgomery Parks will open its newest park this Friday evening with a ribbon-cutting celebration featuring b**r & food trucks and live music from the School of Rock.
Bottleworks Lane Park Opening Set for Friday Evening Montgomery Parks will open its newest park in downtown Silver Spring this Friday evening with a ribbon-cutting celebration featuring live music, food, and b**r trucks.
09/14/2026
Momiji Sushi & Izakaya is now hiring for several positions ahead of its opening in downtown Silver Spring.
Momiji Sushi & Izakaya Awaits Opening Date in Downtown Silver Spring
09/12/2026
The Takoma Park Folk Festival (TPFF) is preparing for this year’s event with a fundraiser this Sunday evening at El Golfo Restaurant in Silver Spring.
Takoma Park Folk Festival Fundraiser Set for Sunday at El Golfo The Takoma Park Folk Festival is preparing for this year’s event with a fundraising event this Sunday evening at El Golfo Restaurant in Silver Spring.
09/11/2026
Grammy-nominated Afro-Cuban artist Cimafunk will headline this year's Silver Spring Jazz Festival in downtown Silver Spring on Saturday afternoon.
Silver Spring Jazz Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Arts District History Grammy-nominated Afro-Cuban artist Cimafunk will headline this year’s Silver Spring Jazz Festival in downtown Silver Spring on Saturday afternoon.
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