Nov 29, 2019
We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday! Now, maybe you’re already back home and sleeping off your Black Friday shopping?
The weather today will be mostly cloudy with a high near 36 and a low around 26. Saturday will be rain likely, mainly after 2pm, with a high near 36 and a low around 32. Freezing rain possible between 9pm – 1pm. Sunday will be rainy (mainly before 11am) with a high near 46 and a low of 32.
Susie Gergar Taylor has these views at Deep Creek Lake, MD:
Enjoy nature! Maryland DNR is offering its Maryland Natural Resource magazine subscriptions for just $5! Also, receive a free magazine subscription with a purchase of the Annual State Park and Trail Passport. This pass grants unlimited day-use entry to state parks, unlimited boat launching, and concessions and boat rental discounts!
Also, MD DNR shares the latest fishing report – “Fishing for walleye and yellow perch is good at Deep Creek Lake, along the steeper rocky shorelines and the remaining deep grass. Drifting minnows or fishing them under a slip bobber is a good way to target those species. Casting small crankbaits is a good way to fish for walleye in the evening hours in these same areas…”
Don’t forget the Festival of Trees today and tomorrow at the Garrett County Fairgrounds!
Congratulations are due to Mike’s wife, Jean, and the women from the Civic Club for earning first place for their Festival of Trees entry: “Wooden it be Lovely?” .. stop by and see it!
A Great Small Town Christmas will kick off with a tree lighting ceremony on Friday, December 6th at the community Christmas tree (outside B&O Museum) at 6pm till 8pm.
Will we have a white Christmas?
Nov 27, 2019
The weather today will be cloudy with rain likely. A high near 56 and a low around 30. Windy, with a south wind 13 to 18 mph becoming west 24 to 29 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. A chance of rain and snow showers overnight with half an inch of precipitation possible.
Please use caution: Dangerous winds will be possible through Thursday at 10am.
The weather has been a bit off the wall — sunny, snowy, sunny and snowy this week it seems. Here’s a photo from the 50-degree day we enjoyed — I’m calling it “November Summer”
Have you made your guess for the November “Where Am I?” Contest? This one is a little more obscure but there’s a hint buried in the Daily Notes!
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources and Forest Conservancy District Boards invites all Maryland fifth-graders in private and public schools to participate in the annual Arbor Day Poster Contest. The theme for 2020 is: “Trees Are Terrific…in All Four Seasons!”
The “Little Free Pantries of Garrett County” remind citizens there are Thanksgiving bags available — these bags are free for anyone in need — that contain stuffing, potatoes, gravy, corn, cornbread, green bean casserole ingredients, and cranberry sauce. There is a pantry by Oakland City Hall and one outside of Crellin Elementary School. Please spread the word!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov 26, 2019
The weather today will be mostly sunny with a high near 55 and a low around 41. Showers likely, mainly after 5am — chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Here’s a scene from this weekend shared with us by Tammy Cep Black:
Children’s Story Time is today from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Ruth Enlow Library in Accident. Geared for children ages 3-5, come join us as we look, listen, sing, and play while learning through stories, crafts, and other fun activities.
It’s LADIES LOUNGE! All evening long at Sipside in Oakland, ladies receive 25% off all glasses of wine + bottomless chocolate & door prizes.
The Lodges at Sunset Village are offering an early Black Friday Deal! Book any Sunday through Thursday date for Just $109 a night! Call 301-387-2227 for the code!
Board of County Commissioners Public Meeting on December 2 has been canceled. The next Public Meeting and also the 2019 Garrett County Government Annual Update on Tuesday, December 17 at Garrett College.
Music at Penn Alps Executive Board wishes to thank all of their dedicated music lovers for a successful season and offer the program’s financial details in their fall report.
Do you know your local acronyms? #GCGF Registration opens December 1st! That’s the County’s *best cycling event* the Garrett County Gran Fondo! Registration will be 20% OFF with a single-day code! #EARLYBIRD20
Nov 25, 2019
Happy holidays from U.S. Cellular! The Oakland store at 13180 Garrett Highway is hosting a holiday-themed Customer Appreciation Celebration from Dec. 6 – Dec. 8. During this time, everyone who visits the store will receive a free tumbler*, and customers can access a mobile prize game on their smartphone to spin to win prizes that include bill credits of up to $20 and accessory discounts of up to 20%.
“We are excited to show our appreciation for our customers this holiday season, and we encourage the entire community to visit our store for the celebration,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-South. “In addition, we want to ensure our customers have a great wireless experience year-round, so we invest in the latest network technology and offer plans that our customers can customize to fit their needs. When you choose U.S. Cellular this holiday season, you are choosing a wireless company that treats you fairly and always puts you first.”
The Customer Appreciation Celebration coincides with deals on the latest smartphones and holiday gifts. For more information, call and visit the store at: 13180 Garrett Highway, Oakland, Md., 301-334-6460.
*While supplies last. See uscellular.com for details.
In-Store Contests: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. See store for Official Rules.
Nov 25, 2019
The weather today will be mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 48 and a low around 36. Southwest wind 9 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
I was surprised to wake up to snow yesterday morning but it didn’t stop me from taking a hike at Deep Creek Lake State Park. My friend and I did the Indian Turnip Trail, to the Lookout Trail, to Beckman’s Trail, and finally to Meadow Mountain Trail. About 5 snowy and windy miles. Some of the best scenery around, though!
Deep Creek Lake State Park has a few camp host positions available for the summer of 2020. For more information, please contact Ken Dzaack at ken.dzaack@maryland.gov or the park at 301-387-5563. A typical camp host is a volunteer that stays at the campground all summer to help other campers, answer questions, and maintain the campground.
There is a 2004 Chrysler Sebring Limited Convertible for sale in our online marketplace. A daily driver.
This is a short week for a lot of us and I know, for one, I am looking forward to our family get together here at the lake! Share a photo of your favorite part of Thanksgiving (…food / family / friends / whatever it is that makes you smile…) with us! Send it to us by Friday and we will choose one random winner to receive a free gift from Deep Creek Times!
Take a minute to browse the Maryland State Arts Council’s Maryland Marketplace. This site includes links to Maryland artists of all disciplines.
Plan to attend the 12th Annual Festival of Trees Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm and Saturday from 9:00am – 4:00pm with a live auction at 6:00pm! Stroll through decorated trees, wreaths and centerpieces, take your own picture with Santa & Friends, and much more! Event proceeds benefit the Dove Center.
Nov 22, 2019
The weather today will be showers early then gradually becoming mostly sunny; temperatures falling to around 35 by about 5pm with a low of 26. Northwest wind 15 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Saturday will be showers, mainly after 1pm and mixed with snow in the evening, with a high near 43 and a low around 32. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph. Sunday will be rain and snow showers likely and then partly sunny, with a high near 38 and low around 21. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
This weekend is chock full of entertainment! Kelly Lynott, Buffalo Run, Paul Burger, Rus Reppert Live!, and Ally Norris to name a few!
Mt. Fresh Winter Farmers Market begins at 11:00am on Saturday — don’t forget, it is the winter market held at Garrett County Community Action, 104 East Center Street
in Oakland. They’ll have fresh produce, winter storage veggies, baked goods, meats, eggs, jams & jellies, baked goods, crafts, and more!
The Matewan film showing will be tomorrow at the Oakland Library at 1:00pm. This movie is based on the 1920 Matewan, WV coal miners’ union strike and the events that followed. Snacks will be provided.
Take it easy and enjoy Sunday Bingo! at Mountain State Brewing Co. at 1:00pm.
‘Tis the season: A study was shared with us of the top categories to buy on Black Friday:
Top 5 Product Categories
1. Jewelry (70%)
2. Books, Movies & Music (44%)
3. Apparel & Accessories (39%)
4. Consumer Packaged Goods (37%)
5. Toys (33%)
Congratulations to Jason L. for winning the “Woolly Bear” contest from Monday, November 4!
The December 4 HR Roundtable Meeting will cover the new rule that most salaried workers who earn less than about $35,500 per year will be eligible for time-and-a-half overtime pay and how to implement the minimum wage increase. It will be presented by Doug Desmarais, a labor and employment attorney with the firm Smith & Downey. Register with Regina at the Chamber at regina@garrettchamber.com.
Nov 21, 2019
The weather today will be increasing clouds, with a high near 50 and a low around 42. Tonight is a chance of showers, mainly after midnight.
The lighted Christmas tree at the Southern Outreach Center is up!
Nov 20, 2019
The weather today will be patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 38 and a low around 30.
Rise and Grind Coffee is holding their soft opening this week in Oakland at Brodak’s Plaza. Today and Thursday from 7am-12pm. Tell em Deep Creek Times sent ya!
I was able to attend the Garrett Chamber’s Tourism Update yesterday and hear Tom Riford, Assistant Secretary of the Division of Tourism, Film and the Arts of the Maryland Department of Commerce, speak: He says, “If Maryland is America in miniature, then Garrett County is Maryland in miniature. You have it all here.”
Tonight is Choose Civility: Teens Only! from 5:00-6:00pm where the teens in Garrett County to hang out and talk about the world around them and the news in it, in a friendly, nonpartisan atmosphere. Pizza provided!
Then, at 6:00pm, it’s Choose Civility – Law & Order.
The monthly Acoustic Rock Jam is also happening tonight at MoonShadow from 7:00-9:00pm. Bring your instrument, and join in on the open jam! Or, simply sit back, and take it all in, while enjoying some delicious food & drink.
The Maryland Park Service has announced the statewide recruitment for Maryland Park Rangers; there are two openings at Deep Creek Lake State Park.
State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci would like to wish residents across the State of Maryland happy holidays and remind them of safe practices when celebrating this season.
Nov 19, 2019
The weather today will be mostly cloudy with a high near 41 and a low around 32. A slight chance of sprinkles and flurries before 7pm, then a slight chance of flurries.
Caption this! (photo by Patty O’Leary!)
Ladies Lounge at Sipside: 25% off all glasses of wine with bottomless chocolate plus door prizes from 3:30-9:30 every Tuesday.
Young Readers’ Book Club is today from 4:00-5:00pm at the Oakland Ruth Enlow Library. YRBC is a book discussion group for children in grades 6 and up.
Yesterday, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) released the Industrial Make-Up of the Appalachian Region; a new report examining employment and earnings across Appalachia.
Southern Garrett High School bowling tryouts will be held at The Alley tomorrow November 20th and Thursday, November 21st at 3:45 PM.
Nearby Preston High School reports that there are lockers full of unclaimed yearbooks being stored — are you, or someone you know, on the list?
Today is the last day to VOTE KATIE and keep HART for Animals in the running for $20,000.
Nov 18, 2019
The weather today will be cloudy then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 46 and a low around 32.
Here’s the cutest throwback photo for this chilly morning — sent in to us by Maura Wells:
Deep Creek Winter Sports Team (DCWST) registration for the 2019-20 Winter Season is now open! Children ages 7 to 18 can compete regionally and locally in sanctioned ski races and snowboard competitions. This year the team is also offering a “New Members” reduced dues rate for first time members.
We heard that the Kitzmiller Empowerment Group is thinking about sponsoring (holding) a hunter safety course in Kitzmiller. If you’re interested in taking a course (including kids and adults), please contact Mike Brady 301-453-3193 or Heather Berg 301-334-7730. Please don’t call the DNR, this is just an attempt to see who would be interested before we continue with the plans. Thank you!
Nearby Comedy Club at Mezzo’s in Cumberland, MD will be bringing in Kevin Farley (the brother of late Chris Farley) to perform live on Saturday, November 23rd at 8:00pm.
The lake temperature is falling … and, the lake may be freezing over soon. Monitor the status on our lake webcam. A top-level sponsor is available!
U.S. Congressman David Trone and Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen (all D-Md.) announced the recent award of nearly $85,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Housing Preservation Grant Program funds to repair and rehabilitate the homes of low and very-low-income residents in Garrett County. The nonprofit corporation Garrett County Community Action Committee, Inc. will offer low-income homeowners grants and/or low-interest loans to fund critical home improvement projects and ensure that residents meet property and safety standards.
Nov 18, 2019
Deep Creek Times announced today that the 2019 People’s Choice Challenge is now complete with both the competition and reception deemed a great success for the community and for local businesses and non-profits.
“This second annual People’s Choice Challenge was another step forward to celebrate all that is great about Deep Creek Lake and the Garrett County area. Deep Creek Times is committed to celebrating this wonderful area, it’s people and institutions and the community responded, as indicated by the large number of nominations and votes received.” stated co-owner Sarah Myers.
The 2019 People’s Choice Challenge had 40 individual nominating categories in four major groupings: experiences, services, products, and professionals, with wide-ranging categories. According to co-owner Mike Tumbarello, “We were really impressed with the pride and passion of the 1,000-plus nominees along with our readers, citizens, and visitors that together cast over 15,000 votes during the voting window.”
The Challenge culminated in a reception on October 30th, with top category (Diamond) winners, and second place (Platinum) winners receiving “plaques”, window decals and other gifts. The reception, held at the Garrett College GIEC small business incubator, drew over 70 individuals and the spirits were high as the names were read and the awards given (see below for a link to People’s Choice winners).
The festivities were enhanced by the wonderful food provided by Premier sponsor, Brenda’s Pizzeria/Ace’s Run/Trader’s Coffee. Deep Creek Times made a donation to Garrett College, accepted by president Richard Midcap and Program Director Jodi McClintock as a thank you for the use of the venue and as recognition for the work the college does to support the business community.
“We would like to thank all of the nominees, voters and the community that supported this celebration of the institutions, people and experiences that make the Deep Creek Lake area and all of Garrett County such a great place to work, live and visit. Mike and I are thrilled and we can’t wait until next year’s challenge and event,” stated Myers.
For more information about the Challenge, deepcreektimes.com, advertising programs and event posting policy, please contact Sarah Myers (sarah@deepcreektimes.com or via phone at 240.321.9925) or Mike Tumbarello ( mike@deepcreektimes.com or via phone at 410.707.7725).
To learn more about the People’s Choice Challenge and to see a list of all the winners, please go to this link:
https://deepcreektimes.com/dct-pcc-2019/
Nov 15, 2019
Sorry for a bit of a late post this Friday morning. We have had a system problem the past few days, so I will make it “short and sweet” for this weekend.
The weather continues to be brisk, but is actually pleasant due to the nice sunshine. Friday will be sunny and have a high of 40 degrees and a low of 22, with some gusty weather possible. Saturday will be sunny, with a high of 34 and a low of 20 and Sunday will continue to be sunny with a high of 38 and a low of 26. Looks like a good time for us locals to get the car washed to get the weather-related salt off.
Here’s a photo taken by Sarah the other day. It almost looks like an impressionist painting from Monet. Nice work Sarah and that is why we pay you the REALLY BIG buck$! Seriously, a nice and interesting photo 🙂
The Gloaming Hour at DCL
If music is your thing, there’s plenty of acts around town at Sipside Lounge, Black Bear Tavern, Moonshadow and Mountain State Brewing Company this weekend. There’s also a Lion’s Club “chicken and biscuits” fundraiser, a play at a local school and the big Garrett Regional Medical Center gala this weekend. You can see these and other events here.
Have a great weekend folks!
Nov 14, 2019
The weather will be partly sunny with a high near 37 and a low around 25. Southwest wind 8 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
There were SO MANY beautiful sunset photos last night but this one. wow. Courtesy of Terah Beitzel-Crawford, Real Estate:
November 21, anytime between 10am-12pm, is the very first HART for Animals SEWING CIRCLE. There is always hand mending to do on items such as soft toys, beds, and blankets and sometimes some machine work to do, too.
The Vagabond Taproom will officially be open tomorrow at 3pm! Congratulations Pat and Michelle!
The County Commissioners have extended the public comment period on the recommended changes to the Deep Creek Watershed sign ordinance. CXomments must be submitted to County Administrator Kevin Null, knull@garrettcounty.org and Planning and Land Management Director Deborah Carpenter dcarpenter@garrettcounty.org, no later than close of business on November 18. Questions should be directed to Deborah Carpenter at (301) 334-1924 or carpenter@garrettcounty.org.
“Police Providing Presents” event will be held by volunteers from Garrett County Law Enforcement agencies along with the Garrett County Department of Social Services and members of AmeriCorps to benefit local children.
November 13 MD DNR Fishing Report: Deep Creek Lake is offering some exciting fishing as the cold water temperatures have caused walleye and yellow perch to move into shallower waters.
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh is warning Marylanders that scammers are contacting individuals claiming they are entitled to, or have been awarded a “Community Development Block Grant,” “Community Services Block Grant,” or “CSBG for seniors.” This is a scam to obtain personal information and/or money in the form of upfront “fees”.
Nov 14, 2019
Watch the 1987 film based on the 1920 Matewan, WV coal miners’ union strike and the events that followed. Starring Chris Cooper and James Earl Jones. Shown in remastered color!
Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. Snacks will be provided.
*Disclaimer: This film is rated PG-13 for mature audiences due to subject matter. *
“Matewan, West Virginia, 1920. Coal miners, struggling to form a union, are up against company operators and the gun thugs of the notorious Baldwin-Felts detective agency. Black and Italian miners, brought in by the company to break the strike, are caught between the two forces. UMWA organizer and dual-card Wobbly Joe Kenehan determines to bring the local, Black, and Italian groups together. While Kenehan and his story are fictional, the setting and the dramatic climax are historical; Sid Hatfield, Cabell C. Testerman, C. E. Lively and the Felts brothers were real-life participants.”
Nov 14, 2019
Volunteers from Garrett County Law Enforcement agencies along with the Garrett County Department of Social Services and members of AmeriCorps have partnered to organize the “Police Providing Presents” event to benefit local children.
This nationwide event may be called different names, but the event’s meaning stays the same. The event provides selected Garrett County children the opportunity to be paired with members from the Maryland State Police, Garrett County Sheriff’s Office, Oakland City Police, Maryland Natural Resource Police and the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office who will spend time together as partners for the day.
The event provides the opportunity for children to go shopping with a police officer in order to purchase presents for their family and themselves, attend a luncheon, and have the presents wrapped by volunteers. The “Police Providing Presents” event is scheduled for Saturday, December 7th, with a make-up date on Sunday, December 8th.
We are graciously asking for donations in support of this program to provide each child the opportunity to make their holidays a little brighter. Any donation would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made in person or by mailing a check or money order to Garrett County Department of Social Services (GCDSS), 12578 Garrett Highway, Oakland, Maryland 21550 and specify “Police Providing Presents“. Although, the preferred method is checks or money order, cash donations are acceptable and can be dropped off in person at GCDSS.
If you have additional questions, please contact F/Sergeant Brad Williams at 301-387-1101. Thank you for your interest and helping to make this program a success.
