Hello, August!
Good afternoon, Bannockburn Pool Community!
In today’s newsletter you’ll find:
- Pool Hours
- Party at the Pool
- Lost & Found
- Pool Merch
- Food Truck Lineup
Please note that the pool parking lot will close at 4:30 PM on Friday, August 7, to allow for setup for our Party at the Pool, featuring live music from Hollertown.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our First Annual Duck Derby! It was a tremendous success—and, most importantly, a lot of fun. We can’t wait to make it an annual tradition!
Have a great August, stay cool, and we’ll see you at the pool!
Warmly,
Your All-Volunteer Board
Pool Hours
Please note our slightly adjusted hours beginning August 3 through September 7.
August 3 – September 7
Daily: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Please remember that all pool facilities—including the locker rooms and showers—close promptly at 8:00 PM. If you’d like to shower before heading home, please plan accordingly.
Party at the Pool!
Friday, August 7
Join us for an evening of live music and great food!
Hollertown will perform from 6:30 PM–8:30 PM.
Please note that the pool parking lot will close at 4:30 PM to allow time for event setup.
Hollertown has been playing bluegrass and bluegrass-adjacent music around the D.C. area for more than 20 years. Their mission is simple: facilitate a good time—whether that’s a rollicking party, a laid-back evening of string music, or something in between.
Lele’s Crepes will also be at the pool beginning at 4:00 PM. This Rockville favorite returns with its delicious sweet and savory crepes.
To place a pre-order, please text 240-681-5798.
To view their menu, click here
Friendly Reminders
Lost & Found
Our Lost & Found is overflowing!
All Lost & Found items will be removed on August 10.
Please take a few minutes to check for missing items—even if you don’t think you’ve lost anything. You might be surprised what’s waiting for you.
The Bannockburn Merch Store Is OPEN!
By popular demand, we’ve launched our online Bannockburn Merch Store, featuring many of your favorite Bannockburn items—including some highly coveted vintage pieces!
Several items are currently on sale!
Whether you’re looking for a hoodie, T-shirt, hat, custom Yeti, towel, or other gear, now is the perfect time to stock up and celebrate our 70th Anniversary Season!
Food Trucks
Friday (August 7th) Lele’s Crepes- 4:00pm-8:00pm 
Lele’s Crepes is coming to the Bannockburn Pool parking lot on August 7th! This delicious food truck out of Rockville has amazing crepes, and we are happy to have them again. To place a pre-order, please text 240-681-5798.
To view their menu, click here.
You can also view their Facebook!
Saturday (August 8th) Catalyst Hot Dogs- 4:00pm-8:00pm 
Catalyst Hot Dogs is coming to the Bannockburn Pool parking lot on August 14th! To view their menu, click here. This food truck does not accept pre-orders.
Catalyst Hot Dogs was launched during the pandemic, and works with local businesses for their menu. According to their website:
“As featured on NPR and in the Washington Post, Catalyst Hot Dogs is bringing the New Jersey inspired hot dog to the DMV. You can experience Catalyst Hot Dogs through a visit to the roving hot dog trailer or in Riverdale Park near the University of Maryland. Catalyst is known for serving the highest quality hot dogs available made locally by Roseda Farms with premium black angus, dry-aged beef and creating their own signature chili and relish from scratch. Catalyst owner and operator Chris Van Jura is a New Jersey native and 20-year hospitality veteran who envisioned and launched Catalyst at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Born from the desperation of two pandemic layoffs, Van Jura’s Catalyst is now a can’t-miss staple of the food truck community and DMV area.”
Thursday (August 13th) Cousins Maine Lobster- 3:00pm-7:00pm
Cousins Maine Lobster is coming to the Bannockburn Pool parking lot on August 13th! You can view their menu and place a pre-order.
To pre-order, follow these directions:
- Open your app there will be 3 line in the Top left corner click that
- Go to setting
- Select Location
- Set the Location as Maryland / Washington DC
- Then Give ORDER NOW
- Your Property Location will be visible in the app.
Note: You can start placing orders on Aug 13 between 3-7pm not before or after that.
You can also order at the truck. However, the truck does not take cash.
Cousins Maine Lobster is a wonderful business that specializes in delicious lobster rolls and other menu items across the country. Locally, they have food trucks in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
Friday (August 14th) Catalyst Hot Dogs- 4:00pm-8:00pm
Catalyst Hot Dogs is coming to the Bannockburn Pool parking lot on August 14th! To view their menu, click here. This food truck does not accept pre-orders.
Catalyst Hot Dogs was launched during the pandemic, and works with local businesses for their menu. According to their website:
“As featured on NPR and in the Washington Post, Catalyst Hot Dogs is bringing the New Jersey inspired hot dog to the DMV. You can experience Catalyst Hot Dogs through a visit to the roving hot dog trailer or in Riverdale Park near the University of Maryland. Catalyst is known for serving the highest quality hot dogs available made locally by Roseda Farms with premium black angus, dry-aged beef and creating their own signature chili and relish from scratch. Catalyst owner and operator Chris Van Jura is a New Jersey native and 20-year hospitality veteran who envisioned and launched Catalyst at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Born from the desperation of two pandemic layoffs, Van Jura’s Catalyst is now a can’t-miss staple of the food truck community and DMV area.”
Sunday (August 16th) DF 26 Mexican Food- 4:00pm-8:00pm 
DF 26 Mexican Food is coming to the Bannockburn Pool parking lot on August 16th! To view their menu, click here.
DF 26 Mexican Food is a local food truck specializing in tacos, quesadillas, and more! Their motto is “Flavor in every bite, enjoy the best of Mexican food!”
You can also view their Facebook and Instagram!
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