The Early Bird

That extra hour of sleep has me amped! Get ready to take on this week in Silver Spring:

Monday: The Roundhouse Theatre (8641 Colesville Rd near Georgia Avenue) hosts Extreme Exchange III, a series of short political plays followed by moderated discussion. Each play examines why Americans vote the way they do and the consequences of their decisions. This free event starts at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday: People who ride off-road or all-terrain vehicles (above) will be required to wear helmets and goggles, according to a new law that goes into effect countywide. The law also forbids riding in a public park, around malls and through apartment complexes. Popping wheelies on private property? Pack some safety gear, written consent and daylight (no riding before 7:00 a.m. or after 8:00 p.m.). State law already prohibits riding on streets, sidewalks and public parking lots.

Image courtesy of GameSpy.com. Rock on, dudes.

"Off-Road Vehicle Law Starting Up" (Washington Post)