Congratulations to the #ABSNewLicenses: Fork and Kitchen, Rockville Simona Cafe, Bethesda Cafe K, Silver Spring Ah'Haan by Bangkok Garden, Gaithersburg Kung Fu 12 Szechuan, Rockville

Remember, the HAL release will be on Sunday this month with stores opening at noon. See what's available this month montgomerycountymd.gov/abs/hal/index.…

Snap a selfie with this vibrant new mural at our Downtown Rockville store. Thank you to our partners NABCA, VisArts, PCI Graphics and artist Shraddha Tiwari for their work on this installation that beautifies the area while raising awareness about our alcohol education programs.

We're offering a special release of HAL products at this store only, while while supplies last. Customers are limited to one bottle total. The new store is in the Westfield Wheaton mall near Costco. See what's available montgomerycountymd.gov/abs/hal/index.…. #oakbarrelvine #ABSHAL

🌎✨ This Hispanic Heritage Month we celebrate Matthew Boizelle, a Marine Corps veteran from Santiago, Chile. He’s served 9 years with @absmontgomerycounty as a Supply Technician. Thank you, Matthew, for your service to our County & community! 🇨🇱👏

Great to see so many people at the ribbon cutting for the Wheaton Oak Barrel & Vine. There are still plenty of tastings going on, so check the schedule in the press release. www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/…

Theft prevention at ABS stores benefits all Montgomery County residents. Learn how prevented losses, recovered restitution and neighborhood engagement keep prices down and fund essential services without using tax dollars. buzzsprout.com/2345583/episod…

Choose one of four stores and meet virtually with guests across locations as you sample Redwood Empire Bottled in Bond Batch 005. eventbrite.com/cc/taste-tell-…

We’re proud to celebrate Nelson Canes Mozo from Alcohol Beverage Services this #HispanicHeritageMonth! 🇸🇻 With 9 years of service, Nelson is known for always lending a helping hand: a reflection of the family and community spirit he grew up with in El Salvador.

🌎✨ #HispanicHeritageMonth Spotlight Meet Jesse Mejía from Alcohol Beverage Services! Born in Honduras, Jesse has proudly served our County for 12 years. He loves the flavors of Hispanic cuisine and says being Hispanic means celebrating the richness of culture, stories with pride.🇭🇳

🌎✨ #HispanicHeritageMonth Spotlight Meet Armando Guerra from Alcohol Beverage Services! Originally from El Salvador, he brings his warm spirit and strong sense of community to work every day. Off the clock, he enjoys 3D printing and flying drones.💙

The #ABSHAL program is comprised of special releases of products, including sought-after bourbons, whiskies, and other small-batch spirits. See what's available this month. montgomerycountymd.gov/abs/hal/index.…

On Thursday before the second Saturday releases, we post on our website a list of available #ABSHAL products and the stores where they will be sold. See what's available this month. montgomerycountymd.gov/ABS/HAL/

Congratulations to the #ABSNewLicenses: Silver Spring Sichuan Bistro, Silver Spring Bedford Court, Silver Spring Olney Ale House, Olney Euphoria Kitchen, Gaithersburg Akagi, Rockville Authentic African Restaurant, Germantown

ABS retail stores will be open regular hours. See what else is open or closed.

How do control systems balance selection, pricing, and public health while still celebrating local flavor? Learn how Prohibition still affect spirits, which monsters make the best drinks, and who stole the huckleberries. buzzsprout.com/2345583

Joe Smith –second-ever Terps basketball player drafted #1 overall. LaMont Jordon –most rushing yards in Terps football history. Geroy Simon –greatest receiver ever in the Canadian Football League. Renaldo Nehemiah –multiple track and field record holder and Super Bowl champion.

Entry period begins Nov. 30 for the opportunity to purchase one of more-than-500 highly sought bottles. This lottery is for Montgomery County residents only. The full lottery for County and Maryland residents will be held as usual in the spring. www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgportalapps/…

Guests discuss ways to choose wines and spirits for holiday parties, stocking stuffers, and tasteful gifts. Get expert tips on dessert wines, eggnog, and global liquors. Try Robert’s variations on the Kir Royale or Preston’s overnight sangria. buzzsprout.com/2345583

Submit your entry by Saturday. Good luck. montgomerycountymd.gov/abs/lottery/