Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes

The weather today will be showering likely, with highs in the upper 50s and a low of 40. Southeast winds of around 5 mph, becoming southwest around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph in the afternoon. The chance of rain is 60%.

Are you ready for Halloween this weekend? AccuWeather’s early Halloween outlook has you covered on any accessories that may be needed for any witches and goblins that plan to trick-or-treat.

Public input is requested to build the Garrett County Hazard Mitigation plan. Take a few minutes and share your concerns.

Under a Cares Act II grant, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore has designed an online survey to reach anglers and fish enthusiasts in Maryland.

There is a new study ranking electrical engineers as the 2nd best-paying state. Electrical engineers in Maryland earn a median adjusted annual wage of $115,484, compared to $100,420 nationally.

Planning, design, and project review are underway for the Arrowhead Cove Deep Creek Lake pilot dredging project.

The Maryland Forest Service would like to share an invitation from the Garrett County Forestry Board, the Town of Friendsville, and students of Friendsville Elementary School, to attend a ceremonial tree planting on November 1 at 1:30 PM at the entrance to the Friendsville Riverside Community Park.

The Maryland State Arts Council curated a virtual Western Maryland arts exhibition! This is the final exhibition of a year-long series that continues with Series #5: Western Maryland, featuring 28 art pieces created by artists residing in Allegany, Garrett, and Washington County. This exhibition will be until December 16.

The Garrett County Health Department is offering a free FluMist Flu Clinic today at Southern High, Yough Glades, Crellin for Garrett County Public Schools students.

Join Deep Creek Watershed Foundation for the 2022 Virtual Brunch and Learn Educational Series. Today’s session is about Submerged Aquatic Vegetation. Julie Bortz with MD DNR will provide a background introduction to Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) biology and its importance to the lake ecosystem.

Come out and enjoy a fun night with the family at Kitzmiller Elementary School today for the Halloween Bash! Also, tonight, Garrett County Judy Center Early Learning Hub and Community Partners invite you for a Trunk or Treat. This is an indoor costume party at the Garrett County Fairgrounds.

The weather today will be mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 60s and a low of 50. Southeast winds of around 5 to 10 mph.

Please note the Road Closure of Bear Hill Bridge starts today and will continue for about 7 to 10 days. NOTE: All GCPS students residing on Bear Hill Road will have to access Bus #57 at the intersection of Jennings Road and Bear Hill Road at approximately 7:30 AM and 4:05 PM.

The American Red Cross is asking blood donors to give soon to keep the blood supply from dropping ahead of the busy holiday season. As a thank-you for taking the time to give this fall, all who give November 1-22 will receive a $10 e-gift card by email to a merchant of choice.

Garrett Regional Medical Center’s HealthWorks program is offering on-site influenza (flu) vaccines to Garrett County businesses in preparation for the 2022-2023 flu season.

CDC research has suggested that one in six adults in the US binge drink, with 25% doing so on a weekly basis; with this in mind, a new study has revealed that Maryland has the 10th lowest binge drinking rate in the US, with 2.08 gallons of alcohol consumed per capita.

Unfortunately, Maryland student test scores followed a national declining trend on the 2022 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP).

Join the Workforce Summit today from 8:30 AM to 12:00 noon at Garrett College, main campus, Room 111 in McHenry. During this interactive presentation, Rod Bourn will engage with Human Resource and Management professionals to identify solutions to address workplace challenges.

Rural Maryland Council and Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland will host roundtable discussions today to Improve Non-Emergency Health Transportation Services at Rocky Gap Casino Resort from 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM. The roundtables will be held in person and by Zoom teleconference.

Don’t forget the auditions for The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s Production of A Christmas Carol by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr. this week: October 25-26, 2022, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

The weather today will be sunny with highs in the mid-60s and a low of 44. East winds of around 5 mph in the morning, becoming light and variable.

The Maryland Black Bear Hunt opens today October 24 and runs through October, 29, 2022. The black bear hunting zone includes all of Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties.

There is a study that found that there is a noticeable increase in chocolate toxicity in pets through the end of the year. Here are 5 tips on how to keep your pets safe this Halloween PLUS: some fun Halloween-inspired pet names.

An awesome winter awaits you at Wisp Resort! This Mission: Four’dable starts at $259. Check the details on our Wisp Resort page and for more information on this deal.

A sesquicentennial tree planting will be held on October 29, 1:00 PM at the Friendsville Riverside Community Park. The Garrett County Forestry Board will provide a sugar maple tree and a sign commemorating 150 years of Garrett County.

Children are invited to join Ruth Enlow Libraries’ programs today.

The weather today will be sunny, with highs in the mid-50s and a low of 38. Southwest winds of around 5 mph. Saturday will be sunny, with highs in the lower 60s and a low of 39. South winds of around 5 mph. Sunday will be mostly sunny, with highs around 60 and a low of 42. The chance of rain is 10%.

It’s Fry-Day!

Come by Cabin Lodge Grill every Friday in October and try the Fresh-Cut Fries from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the window or online. One free order of regular fries per person – No Purchase Necessary!

Justin Gregory was appointed to the Maryland Circuit Court of Garrett County yesterday.

Maryland has been called “America in Miniature” – you can find just about any kind of natural feature here, except a desert. This has extended to the weather in recent days, with snow falling in Western Maryland and sunny, 70-degree days and blue skies on the Eastern Shore. The snowfall caused the loss of a lot of leaves, leaving areas in western and northern Garrett County past peak conditions.

Garrett County Public Works – Roads Division has announced to the public that the Old Frostburg Road Bridge is now re-opened to traffic.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 2,100 trout this week; offering plenty of excuses to go fishing in trout management waters near you. Cooler water temperatures usually mean better freshwater fishing for a variety of species.

Garrett County Commissioners issued a proclamation recognizing the week of October 24-28, 2022, as Business Development Week in Garrett County.

As part of the 23rd National Drug Take-Back Initiative across the United States on October 29, 2022, the Garrett County Health Department is reminding everyone that the county has three permanent medication drop box locations, including Oakland City Hall, Garrett County Sherriff’s Office, and the Maryland State Police Barracks in McHenry.

Garrett Regional Medical Center and Hospice Of Garrett County, Inc. partner to provide end-of-life care to Garrett County residents with terminal conditions who are unable to return to their homes.

Join Oakland Library on Saturday to create Jar leaf Lanterns! All materials will be provided. Registration required.

Fall is the perfect time for a tea party with your friends! Enjoy a fall-themed tea service this Sunday featuring savory finger sandwiches, a delightful scone smothered in clotted cream, and delicious sweets, all served on vintage china.

Calling all actors & actresses! Our Town Theatre will have an upcoming auditioning for The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s Production of A Christmas Carol by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr. on Tuesday, October 25, and Wednesday, October 26, 2022, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

The entertainment calendar is full! Catch the local bands and groove to the music this weekend!

Check here for more events this weekend!

The weather today will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid-40s and a low of 30. Southwest winds of around 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

Spooky season is officially here! Hauntworld Magazine just announced the top 13 most horrifying haunts in the U.S., and Bennett’s Curse in Baltimore County, MD, made the list as #7.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds the public that archery hunting for white-tailed and sika deer opened statewide on September 9 and continues through January 31, 2023. Also, archers may also use vertical longbows, and vertical recurve bows February 1-3, 2023, during the annual Primitive Deer Hunt Days.

Also, reminder that today is the start of muzzleloader season on Maryland state lands.

Garrett Regional Medical Center has received recertification as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital (ASRH) by The Joint Commission.

As of October 19, Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 1,600 trout.

Join the Backyard Composting Workshop Set today at 1:00 PM. This is focused on learning how to compost. Each person that attends this free virtual class will qualify to receive a free compost bin courtesy of a Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant.

Game on! Support your favorite teams at the local high school games today.

The weather today will be snow showers in the morning, then numerous snow showers and scattered rain showers in the afternoon. Snow accumulation is around an inch. Highs in the upper 30s and a low of 28. West winds around 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%.

When seasons collide (by Railey Realty):

Check out the winners of the 2022 Maryland Natural Resources Photo Contest.

Live Fried, Die Young? A survey reveals that the average Marylander would give up 5 years of their life to keep eating fast food. Check the Interactive map showing the number of years people in each state are prepared to forgo in order to continue eating fast food…. wow!

The Garrett County Health Department has been awarded funding to decrease COVID-19 health disparities in rural communities. The majority of the allocation will allow healthcare providers, business owners, local coalitions, academic institutions, and faith-based, non-profit, and grassroots organizations to apply for mini-grants.

Artists are invited to submit their original works for Maryland’s annual Migratory Game Bird Stamp contest!

Every Wednesday is an open-air farmers market today at Mountain Fresh Farmers Market! Shop from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland. Bundle up today!

The Garrett County Republican Women’s Club will hold its meeting today at Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub, Deep Creek Lake. Social hour begins at 4:30 PM, with dinner orders by 5:30 PM and the meeting to begin at 6:00 PM.

It’s the last event of the Joan Crawford Lecture Series in October. Gerry LaFemina will present The Pursuit: A Meditation on Happiness in the recital hall of the recently opened Performing Arts Center at Garrett College at 6:00 PM tonight.

The weather today will be partly sunny with a chance of snow showers. A chance of rain showers in the afternoon with little or no snow accumulation—highs in the upper 30s and a low of 29. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%.

Research reveals that the National Harbor in Maryland is the 10th most picturesque in the USA.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is scoping the GENERAL — Personal Flotation Device Updates. Please visit our changes to Boating Regulations page for more information about what the department is considering and how to submit comments.

Garrett Regional Medical Center recently recognized 43 employees for completing their final year of the Career Pathways Program.

The Garrett County Health Department is offering a free FluMist Clinic for Garrett County Public Schools students. They will not be giving injectable flu or COVID vaccinations at these clinics. To register your child/children for the clinic, go to the link for your school and fill out the registration form.

Big News Kiddos! Deep Creek UNO will be back open on Tuesdays beginning today… that means Kid’s Day returns!

Children are invited to join Ruth Enlow Library’s programs today.

The weather today will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the morning—highs in the upper 40s and a low of 26. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 20%.

How was your Autumn Glory weekend? Ah! I LOVED it!

‘Tis this season to remember to wear your blaze orange colors when on shared-use trails in the State Forests. Muzzleloader season is Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Garrett County.

Fish have been stocked over the last week!

• Casselman River (delayed harvest): rainbow trout
• Youghiogheny River (delayed harvest): rainbow trout
• Youghiogheny River – Oakland: rainbow trout
• North Branch Potomac River (Gorman): rainbow trout
• Piney Reservoir: rainbow trout
• Savage River: rainbow trout

One local student’s art has been selected to a fall art gallery exhibition by the First Lady of Maryland, Yumi Hogan.

Fall is a great time to get outside and explore the beautiful area! An Invasive Plant gardening class explains what invasive means and why it is important and helps identify common plant offenders. Please register at the Oakland Library or contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net for more information.

Busses and Dinosaurs and Bugs, oh my! Learning Beyond the Classroom have so many fun activities planned for the bus this fall! Here’s the schedule for this week.

Local High School games are on a roll this week! Support your team for their games today.

Join Kitzmiller Library to discuss this year’s One Maryland One Book tonight at 6:00 PM! Oakland Library will have its Page Turners Boock Club today. This month’s discussion will be on “The Hunger” by Alma Katsu from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

The weather today will be sunny—highs in the mid-50s and a low of 40. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Saturday will be sunny (and perfect for the Grand Feature Parade) with highs in the lower 60s and a low of 38. South winds of around 10 to 15 mph, becoming west in the afternoon. Sunday will be sunny —highs in the upper 50s and a low of 40. The chance of rain is 10%.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The 55th Annual Autumn Glory Festival continues until Sunday. Here are some event highlights this weekend!

• MoonShadow: Autumn Glory Weekend Turkey Dinners
• Glorious Harvest Farmers Market & Craft Show
• Autumn Glory Craft & Vendor Sale
• Shabby Patina’s “Autumn Glory” Market
• Bear Creek Traders Annual Autumn Glory Tent Sale
• 48th Annual Civic Club Antique & Makers Market
• Autumn Glory Fallmania
• Autumn Glory 5k Run and 2 Mile Walk for Vision
• 45th Annual Autumn Glory Tournament of Bands
• Deep Creek Farmers Market Autumn Glory Pop-Up
• ABPH Art Fall Open House

Check out more Autumn Glory Events here!

Celebrating the sounds of the Appalachian Mountains showcased by musicians of all ages as they compete for cash prizes and the state title! Catch them this Friday and Saturday at Southern Garrett High School.

Deep Creek Farmer’s Market is hosting a PopUp Market during Garrett County’s annual Autumn Glory celebration! Stop by between 12pm – 4pm on Sunday at Garrett College!

Heads up… The Ruth Enlow Library Oakland Branch is closed on Saturday for Autumn Glory 2022.

Garrett College will induct five new Athletics Hall of Fame members, recognizing inductees from the Class of 2022 as well as the Class of 2021. The 2022 Garrett College Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will happen this Saturday at 6:00 PM in the Garrett College gymnasium.

It’s the first series of  Joan Crawford’s Lecture this October: Greg Corio’s presentation – Leveraging Outdoor Recreation to Change a State will take place at 6:30 PM on Saturday.

Herrington Manor & Swallow Falls invites you to join the Annual Apple Butter Boil! This event will be at the pavilion at Swallow Falls State Park on Saturday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Hike on up to the Firetower this Saturday to meet Ranger Ogle. It will be open for fall foilage viewing from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

MoonShadow Music continues this Autumn Glory! The music for the weekend is Alyssa Hankey on Friday at 7:00 PM, Ruby at 6:00 PM and The Backpages Band at 8:30 PM on Saturday, and Ruby at 12:00 PM for Sunday Brunch.

Music never ends in our area! Check out Quick Exit at Honi-Honi Bar this Friday and Eighties Enough at Honi-Honi Bar on Saturday!

Will you share your fall photos with me? I was out this week and the color is the best I’ve seen in a long time! Here are a few photos I snapped 🙂

The weather today will be a slight chance of thunderstorms. Widespread showers, mainly in the morning with highs in the upper 50s and a low of 36. South winds of around 5 to 10 mph, becoming west in the afternoon. Gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is near 100%.

Has anyone been to the carnival downtown? I wasn’t able to attend but the lights looked awesome along Liberty Street!

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering a Trapper Education Course on November 5, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at New Germany State Park’s Recreation Hall. Registration is required by Friday, October 28.

Garrett County Republican Women’s Club will have its monthly meeting on October 19 at Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub, Deep Creek Lake. This meeting features speaker, Amoretta “Amie” Hoeber. Social hour begins at 4:30 PM, with dinner orders by 5:30 PM and the meeting to begin at 6:00 PM.

????Calling all SHS Alumni Cheerleaders! Dust off those Poms Poms and create more memories on the sidelines cheering on the 2022 football team at homecoming. Registration closes on October 17.

It’s the 2nd day of the Autumn Glory Festival at Deep Creek Lake!

Enjoy food trucks and live music at this alcohol-free event beginning at 4:00 PM at the Oakland Fire Hall and… don’t miss a huge parade at 7:00 PM with fire and rescue units traveling over 200 miles from throughout the tri-state area.

Turkey Dinners are also available at Oakland Elks Lodge!

Explore More Things to Do this Autumn Glory! And, read about an Autumn Adventure weekend!

Celebrate the 1st Annual Moonpah Festival at MoonShadow! Time to roll out the barrel cause the gang will all be here! Food starts at 5:00 PM and music at 7:00 PM.

The weather today will be partly sunny in the morning, then mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the afternoon—highs in the mid-60s and a low of 52. South winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 20%.

Today is National Farmer’s Day! And, we want to announce the exclusive Deep Creek Farmer’s Market Pop-Up! This laid-back hangout event with music and kids activities will be happening this Sunday as part of the Autumn Glory festivities.

October is a time when the natural world puts on a spectacular show, and outdoor activities in Maryland provide a great opportunity to enjoy it! Find an October treat in Maryland’s outdoor spaces (a message from DNR Secretary Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio).

There was an earthquake overnight near Sykesville, MD.

Garrett College women’s volleyball fell to Westmoreland County Community College: 25-19, 25-19, and 25-18.

In early August, nearly 100 people gathered to gain a better understanding of how to help persons who have been impacted by trauma and adverse childhood experiences at the Trauma Informed Care Summit.

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce holds the Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception & Dinner each year. There’s just a special buzz in the air today!

The NEW Autumn Glory Carnival is set up and ready to open today! It is set up on Liberty Street, the Oakland B&O Train Museum, and some additional surrounding parking areas.

Join the Oakland Library today at 4:00 PM for “Leadership,” presented by Jerry Firgaard.

The weather today will be sunny with highs in the lower 60s and a low of 45. South winds of around 5 mph.

The Deep Creek Lions Club will be holding a Gala event for the 50th anniversary of the Blind Skier Program on Tuesday, February 7th, 2023, at the Wisp Resort. The committee for organizing the activities met to plan the Gala, silent auction, and many more activities. Visit www.blindskier50.com for more information.

Garrett College will offer a double dose of the Joan Crawford Lecture Series in October — Greg Corio’s presentation – Leveraging Outdoor Recreation to Change a State – will take place at 6:30 PM on Saturday, October 15th. Gerry LaFemina will be the month’s second lecturer, presenting The Pursuit: A Meditation on Happiness at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 19th.

The Garrett County Board of Education will have its regular monthly meeting today at 6:00 PM. The Board will meet in the Board Room at Central Office.

Children are invited to join the Ruth Enlow Library’s events today.

Check out the local high school games today.

Commemorative Garrett County 150th Coin sets are now available for sale (in-person) at the Ruth Enlow Library and at the Garrett Historical Society Museum in Oakland. Please call or check each respective website for open hours.

The weather today will be areas of frost in the morning. Sunny with highs in the upper 50s and a low of 39. West winds of around 5 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph in the morning.

The trees in Western Maryland are revealing fall’s finest array of color with brilliant oranges, yellows, and reds painting the skyline.

Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 7,700 trout stocked last week.

I am participating in the Go! Garrett County challenge! Would you like to join me? Let me know!

Allegany College of Maryland and the Cumberland Economic Development Corporation will host a Manufacturing Job Fair from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM this Wednesday (October 12th).

Is your company facing challenges with staffing shortages, employee retention, generational differences in the workforce, or employee ghosting? Garrett College is holding a Workforce Summit on October 25, 2022.

Garrett County Marine Corps League Detachment 1234 is beginning to putt out the Toys for Tots collection boxes.

The Board of Garrett County Commissioners has declared October to be I Can Swim! Month, recognizing the initiative that provides every Garrett County kindergartener with basic swimming and water safety instruction.

Unemployment Rates for July 2022:  8 jurisdictions in Maryland had higher unemployment rates compared to Garrett County in July: Allegany, Baltimore City, Dorchester, Kent, Prince George’s, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester.

Please note that all branches of Ruth Enlow Library are closed today for Columbus Day/Staff Day 2022.

Here’s a before-sunrise photo I snapped this morning:

The weather today will be sunny in the morning, then partly sunny with a slight chance of showers in the afternoon—highs in the lower 60s and a low of 36. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 20%. Saturday will be mostly sunny with highs in the upper 40s and a low of 33. Northwest winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 20%. Sunday will be sunny with highs in the lower 50s and a low of 35.

Deep Creek Lake Lions Club District Governor Nadja Muchow presented the Lion Spirit Award to Sandra Smith.

Stop into the Visitors Center in McHenry, located at 15 Visitors Center Drive, from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily to pick up the official 55^th annual Autumn Glory Festival Brochure.

Coming up next week is the local Turkey Trail!

The 2022 Garrett College Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will be held on Saturday, October 15th at 6:00 PM in the Garrett College gymnasium. Please RSVP by Friday, October 7th to Andrew Catone at andrew.catone@garrettcollege.edu. 

The Garrett County Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in the Board Room at Central Office. The meeting is open to the public and will be live-streamed for public review.

Oktoberfest is this weekend: Join Wisp Resort this Saturday from 11:00 AM – 5:00 pm for some Bavarian fun.

Don’t miss The Canterville Ghost on Sunday at Garrett College! Enjoy this charmingly fun Halloween story filled with mystery and Oscar Wilde’s famous wit — adapted from Oscar Wilde’s humorous short story about an American family who moves into an English haunted castle. I still have two tickets to give away – email me if you’re interested and I’ll pick one random winner for two tickets!

Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike is now playing at the Our Town Theatre this weekend!

Round out a busy weekend with the local state park programs.

Also, if you’re into live music, check the entertainment calendar for this weekend. Great bands will be playing in the area!