Five Things to Know Today, Aug. 11, in Montgomery County (VIDEO)

Here are five things to know today, Aug. 11, in Montgomery County:

1. Fair Day: The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair opens at 3 p.m. at the fairgrounds in Gaithersburg. Check out our Weekend Planner for more events happening around the county.

2. On Your Mark: Now is the time to register for the 24th annual Kentlands/Lakelands 5K and Kids Fun Runs that take place on Sept. 2nd. The Gaithersburg event is known as the largest 5K race in Montgomery County.

3. Restaurant Week: Like to dine out? Bethesda magazine’s Restaurant Week begins today.

4. Fall Guide: Registration begins Monday for fall classes and recreation programs.

Grab the NEW Fall Guide of classes and programs at county rec centers, libraries, parks and other facilities. Registration opens Aug. 14. pic.twitter.com/sqKdjzUiy6

— Montgomery Rec (@MoCoRec) August 8, 2017

5. Friday Forecast: You may want to grab your umbrella before you head out of the house. There are thunderstorms in the forecast later today.

Expect showers and thunderstorms this afternoon through Saturday. Highs will be in the lower 80s.

— NWS DC/Baltimore (@NWS_BaltWash) August 11, 2017

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