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August 2026
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Local News, Events & Things To Do
Events
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Healthy Septics, Healthy Streams, & Healthy Lake
Performing Arts Center at Garrett College 687 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesThe Deep Creek Watershed Foundation (DCWF) is continuing a multi-layered initiative focused on improving water quality throughout the Deep Creek Lake Watershed. Following the collection and review of data from commissioned tributary studies, the Foundation has identified septic stewardship and wastewater management as critical priorities for protecting the long-term health of the watershed and lake. This effort directly supports Goal 9 of the Deep Creek Watershed Management Plan, which seeks to “protect the watershed from the adverse effects of impaired septic systems and ensure adequate capacity and management of public sewerage systems.” DCWF is currently working on several projects designed to encourage proper stewardship and maintenance of onsite septic systems to help preserve and protect water quality in the Deep Creek Lake Watershed. The DCWF will hold a Community Meeting on August 3rd 2026, at 5:30 PM at the Garrett College Performing Arts Center and will feature guest speakers. The first speaker is Eric Null, former Deep Creek Lake Manager and Foundation advisor, who will address the adverse effects from failing septic systems on DCL and the watershed. The second speaker is Craig Umbel, Director of Environmental Health for the Garrett County Health Department. Mr. Umbel will discuss the types […]
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Learning Beyond the Classroom (2026 Summer Schedule)
Grantsville Park Town of Grantsville, MD, United StatesLearning Beyond the Classroom is WILD ABOUT SUMMER! Join us for fun, learning, books, and community all summer long at stops across Garrett County for children ages Birth-5.This summer’s themes are: June: Wild About ANIMALS July: Wild About WHEELS August: Wild About LEGOSEach child will receive a new book, and each family will take home a learning activity and a bag of food. We can’t wait to see you at one of our morning stops this summer!
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Summer Fun Day: Balloon Badminton
Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland, MD, United StatesKids of all ages can join us anytime between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM on Summer Fun Days for games and activities that will be set up in the meeting room. Preregistration is not available, but please sign in at the information desk when you arrive. Play time may be limited to 30 minutes if the room reaches capacity and others are waiting to join. Parent supervision is required since library staff may not always be present. Today’s activity is balloon badminton. Enjoy a friendly competition over a low net using pool noodles and balloons. Disclaimers: This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.
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Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program
Ruth Enlow Library - Grantsville 102 Parkside Drive, Grantsville, MarylandOccurring on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Grantsville branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program. Customers can come see a DSS staff person at any of these locations to pick up paperwork, drop off paperwork, apply for services like SNAP, CASH Assistance and Medical Assistance, or just to ask questions about the programs and services offered by our agency. Staff can also provide a referral to other community agencies if we do not have a program to address the person’s needs. ANYONE can access ANY of these locations. This schedule provides flexibility to our customers who may be working in communities away from their home or who may be facing transportation challenges. These locations also provide support to our customers by making DSS forms available to customers during the location’s open hours of business. Customers can look for the file box labeled “DSS FORMS” to pick up forms, information, or a pre-paid envelope in which to return completed forms to our office for processing. Please note: If Garrett County schools are canceled due to inclement weather, the outreach […]
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Tuesday Burger & Beers at Last Chair Bar + Bistro
Last Chair Bar + Bistro Wisp Resort - 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesTake 50% off any burger and enjoy a 1.99 PBR beer at Last Chair Bar + Bistro.
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Mah-Jongg
Friendsville Senior Center 947 Community Drive, Friendsville, United StatesPlay Mah-Jongg at the Friendsville Library on Tuesdays from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM. Meet new friends and exercise your brain! If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you! If you will be joining us to play for the first time, please contact the Friendsville Library at 301-746-5663 or email Melissa at melissa@relib.net for more information. Disclaimer: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.
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Mobile Insurance Clinic
Ruth Enlow Library - Accident 106 S. North Street, Accident, MD, United StatesThe Garrett County Department of Health is hosting a Mobile Health Insurance Clinic for in-person assistance with Maryland Health Connection every third Tuesday of the month from 1:30 PM -4:30 PM. They will assist Maryland residents with health insurance needs.
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JJ and Barron @ Honi-Honi Bar
Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United StatesJust JJ - Acoustic plays a wide variety of classic songs to popular hits of today. The acoustic show is very versatile & designed for most clubs, bars, restaurants, decks, etc. Always professional and continuously evolving.
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Wedgie Wednesday
Fox's Pizza Den (Oakland) 259 N 3rd Street, Oakland, MD, United StatesTake $2-off any Large Wedgie at Fox's Pizza Den in Oakland! STEAK Steak, cheese, mushrooms, sweet peppers, onions, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. ITALIAN Ham, salami, pepperoni, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes & Italian dressing. MEATBALL Meatballs, cheese & signature sauce. TURKEY Turkey, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. TURKEY, BACON & CHEDDAR Name says it all plus lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. CLUB Ham, turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. CHICKEN Chicken breast strips, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. BUFFALO CHICKEN Chicken breast strips, buffalo sauce, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & ranch sauce. VEGGIE Mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, onions, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & Italian dressing. PIZZA-RONI Loads of pepperoni, cheese & signature pizza sauce. HAM Ham, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. BLT Bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. TACO Taco meat, pizza sauce, taco chips, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & taco sauce. ROAST BEEF Roast Beef, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo. ROAST BEEF, BACON, CHEDDAR Name says it all plus lettuce, tomato and mayo.
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