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Maryland Purple Line construction at the Fenton Street and Wayne Avenue intersection will remain closed until September to resolve utility conflicts. The project, now 80% complete, is crucial for connecting light rail service to the Silver Spring Library.
Harbor Bank of Maryland opened a new branch in downtown Silver Spring at 1010 Wayne Avenue, expanding its retail banking services. The bank, a community development financial institution, focuses on serving minority-owned small businesses and has over $400 million in assets.
Maryland Purple Line officials extended the closure of the Fenton Street and Wayne Avenue intersection in Silver Spring until September due to unforeseen utility conflicts. The 16-mile light rail project, which is over 78% complete, is set to open in winter 2027, but ongoing construction has disrupted local businesses and commuter traffic.
Sweet Bamboo Boba will open a new location in downtown Silver Spring, taking over the former Moorenko’s Ice Cream Café. The original owner, Susan Soorenko, sought a buyer to focus on her recovery from injuries sustained in a 2024 accident. The new bubble tea shop, which opened in Severna Park in 2023, offers self-serve bubble tea and various treats.
Peace In Movement will open next month in downtown Silver Spring, offering classes in pole dance, yoga, and aerial arts. The studio, located at 8737 Colesville Road, is in the former Long & Foster Real Estate office and plans to host preview events throughout August. A grand opening is scheduled for September.
Cafe K, a kosher eatery, will open in downtown Silver Spring on July 14. The restaurant, operated by Dan Kugler for his son-in-law Shai Kornblau, will feature a dairy menu with high-quality kosher ingredients. Customers can expect fresh bagels, salads, and coffee, with dinner options added after obtaining a wine license.
Lil’ Sumthin’ Sweet in downtown Silver Spring celebrates its first anniversary with a Banana Bonanza promotion featuring banana splits until July 31. The sweets shop, known for its ice cream nachos and awarded “Best New Indulgence” in the 2025 Best of Bethesda awards, offers a wide variety of desserts. Co-owner Camilla Smith emphasizes the shop's commitment to quality and community engagement.
Tokoa Cheesesteaks has opened at the Commas food hall in downtown Silver Spring, joining four other eateries. The food hall's official opening is expected in late August or early September, with several additional vendors set to launch soon.
Dunkin' has rescheduled the opening of its second store in downtown Silver Spring to Wednesday, July 2. The new location, situated at 8455 Fenton Street, will feature a Dunkin’ On Tap system for select cold beverages and will operate daily from 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Four Commas eateries opened in a soft launch at the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring. Vendors include TATO’s, J&J Mex-Taqueria, Momo Hub, and C³, with more set to follow as inspections conclude. Only three of the twelve vendor spaces remain available for future openings.