Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes

The weather today will be partly sunny. Isolated showers in the morning, then numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs around 80 and a low of 66. West winds of around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 60%.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 10, from 7:00 am until about 10:00 am, boat traffic under the 219 bridge will be blocked for utility work.

Would you like to volunteer for the first-ever Garrett County Dragon Boat festival? Here’s a form to sign-up! https://forms.gle/M3jxQ52SxnA2Wo3M7

“She sells seashells by the seashore”…try saying that 3 times fast! Join Friendsville Library for a fun-filled program to learn about seashells and sand dollars! Make your own sand dollar necklace and collect a few seashells of your own to take home!

Join Honi-Honi Bar for the Inside Out Duo live on the deck at 6:00 PM.

Get your walk on with Mountain Lake Park’s Evening Historic Tours. This will be held every Tuesday from July 25 – August 16 at 6:00 PM at MLP Historical Association Museum/Ticket Office.

The weather today will be mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, with highs in the lower 80s and a low of 67. Southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 30%.

Maryland Department of Natural Resources is scoping PDF regulation updates. That means they are gathering suggestions and ideas from stakeholders and others to identify issues, potential impacts, and reasonable alternatives associated with the issues so that management actions can be developed.

Delegate Wendell Beitzel will explain how $4.7 million was appropriated for a trail in the Youghiogheny Wild River Scenic Corridor. This presentation will be at Garrett College, GEIC Building Rm. 111 tonight at 6pm.

Mark your calendars for the Mountain Lake Park Community Planning Group! Early Bird Stroll will be every Monday from July 25 – August 16 at 9:00 AM at Wooddell Park at Allegany Drive and B Street. Bring your feet, strollers, and/or rollators, and walk at your own pace!

Even if you don’t have a lot of space, you can still make a garden! Come see how you can create your own small space garden!

Come learn about fish habitats and survival from Letha Grimes, a Natural Resources Biologist from the Department of Natural Resources. Also, create your own world. Join the new writers’ group presented by the Grantsville Library. All are welcome, and residents of any town are invited.

Catch Matt Tichon & Co. at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Some thunderstorms may produce heavy rainfall in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 65. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Saturday will be patchy fog and mostly cloudy with a chance of showers in the Morning. It will then be partly sunny with showers likely with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 65. Southwest winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Sunday will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms—highs around 80 and a low of 65. The chance of rain is 50%.

Garrett Regional Medical Center was recently recognized by US News & World Report.

After two years of COVID-related health worries, Americans are faced with financial concerns as high inflation leads to a cost of living crisis for many. According to a recent study based on county-level data, Garrett County has a “stressflation” rate of 5% (a physical stress increase of 1% and a mental stress increase of 4%).

The Eric Byrd Trio will be performing at the Garrett College Auditorium tonight!! For over 20 years, The Eric Byrd Trio has traveled the world as enthusiastic ambassadors of jazz! You may purchase your tickets here!  Also,  I have two tickets for giveaway if you message me to enter by naming one of the songs the trio plays! (by 2pm EST today).

The Golf Club at Oakland presents Jay Meyers Memorial Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 6, 2022. The shotgun starts at 10:00 AM.

Kids ages 8-17 get a free airplane plane ride over Morgantown at Morgantown’s Young Eagles Day tomorrow.

A Cup of Roses Holistic Care is going mobile! Come see their Pop-up Shop at the Downtown Oakland Flea Market on Sunday August 7, 2022, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

It’s the last few days of the 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair this weekend! Here are highlights on the schedule:

• Master Showman Competition
• 4-H Engineering Events (lawn & tractor)
• Sheep – 4-H & FFA Lead Contest
• Pee Wee Swine Show
• John Wyrick Band
• Costume Animal Parade
• Mud Bog
• Cow Patty Bingo
• 4-H’s Got Talent
• Pickin’ Empty Pockets
• John Wyrick Band
• Livestock Olympics
• Dirty Pony Contest
• Wood Cutting Contest
• Tractor Parade
• Horse and Pony Awards
• Youth Awards Program
• Power Wheels Derby
• 4 & 8 Cylinder Demolition Derby

Here are the state park’s programs this weekend: Monarch Search, Herp Hike, Campground Critter, Bird Walk, Creek Crafts, Reptile Encounter, Campfire Program: State Park Trivia, Park Of Champions Mini Hike, Leave No Trace, Shell-fies and Pollinator Party!

Check out our full event calendar!

Check out your favorite local bands that will be playing around the area:

• Terah Crawford Band at Honi-Honi Bar
• The Bards at MoonShadow
• The Remedy at Honi-Honi Bar
• Street Level at Honi-Honi Bar
• Shane Palko at MoonShadow
• The Edge Band at Honi-Honi Bar
• C.E. Jones at MoonShadow
• Good Guys Band at Honi-Honi Bar

The weather today will be sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the mid-80s and a low of 65. West winds around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.

Survey Says:

Garrett County is looking for ways to improve child care. Complete this survey to tell the Garrett County Health Dept about you and your child’s successes, challenges, and needs when it comes to child care for your family.

The Tri-County Council for Western Maryland (Allegany, Garrett, and Washington Counties) is seeking public input into the creation of a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. This will serve as the fundamental plan for Tri-County Council’s economic development efforts for the next five years for the communities it serves. You can be entered into a drawing to receive one of five $100 VISA gift cards.

Congrats to Jeff L for winning July’s “Where Am I?” contest! Is it your turn?

It’s the 6th day of the 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair! Here are highlights on the schedule:

• Open Dairy Breeding Goat Shows
• Pedal Tractor Pull
• Truck Drag Race
• Market Beef Show
• 7 Bridges (Eagles Tribute Band)

Native plants are needed for native wildlife. Discover beautiful wildflowers native to the area.

Join the naturalists at the Discovery Center to learn how to partake in one of the best pastimes Deep Creek has to offer: fishing! Kids between 7-15 will learn skills that will help on their own fishing adventures.

Join Oakland Library for Needlework. Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

Come and see the wonderful native plants around the Discovery Center. After the stroll, we will create beautiful art with flowers. Flora fun for all ages can be found at the Discover Center!

Catch Open Mic with Philip Hough at MoonShadow and join Honi-Honi Bar for karaoke night! Fun for the entire family!

The weather today will be sunny and patchy fog in the morning—highs in the lower 80s and a low of 66. Southwest winds around 5 mph with a low chance of rain at 5%.

Trout’s House Seafood reminds you to PLACE YOUR ORDERS EARLY! #1 Crabs, #2 Crabs, shrimp, scallops, crab cakes, Smith Island Cakes and more!

Where Am I? Have you made your guess in August’s contest?

A Cup of Roses Holistic care now has Rosewater Mist in the shop! Although it’s labeled as a facial mist, would you try it on your hair?

Overeaters Anonymous is a weekly meeting open to all who struggle with issues around food — overeating, undereating, anorexia, bulemia, etc.

Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland! You will find fresh produce, plants, meats, eggs, baked goods, jams & jellies, body care items, and crafts all made and grown by the vendor!

Come celebrate summer at the Stage Wisp Concert tonight featuring local fan-favorite Terah Crawford Band! Walk through the Farm & Art Market to browse local farmer and artisan booths chock full of fresh produce, hand-crafted wares, and unique goods.

The 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair continues! Check out the schedule for today:

• Dairy Show
• Baby Crawl
• Open Horse Showmanship
• Pedal Tractor Pull
• Swine Showmanship
• Charity Juliette
• John Wyrick
• Gas and Diesel Truck Pull
• Gospel Harmony Boys

Take a tour of the vegetable garden here at the Sang Run State Park.

Kids, bring your parents and come enjoy an evening of fun at the Honi-Honi Bar. Tonight, activities include arts & crafts, hot dog eating, and a no-hands sundae competition. Live music from the Time Flies duo!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy, with a chance of showers in the morning. It will then be mostly sunny, with a slight chance of showers in the afternoon-highs in the mid-70s and a low of 59. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.

Christa Bowser joins the administrative team at Garrett College.

Create a fun nature-related craft such as paper birds or pom pom bumblebees.

It’s Senior Day and Veteran’s Day at the 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair! These events and MORE are happening rain or shine!

• Senior Citizen’s/Veteran Activity
• Exhibit Barns
• Pet Show
• Heavy Weight Tractor Pull at the race track
• Jackson Dean

Join Honi-Honi Bar for the C&T Duo live on our deck at 6:00 PM.

The weather today will be patchy fog in the morning. Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers in the Morning, then partly sunny with scattered showers with isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 64. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 40%.

Did you see the fireball over Garrett County on July 28?

George Jetson was born yesterday. Yes, that’s the one!

Here’s the complete schedule for the 65th Annual Garrett County Agricultural fair!

Come and see the wonderful native plants around the Discovery Center. After the stroll, we will create beautiful art with flowers. Flora fun for all ages can be found at the Discover Center!

Join Oakland Library for the discussion about Anne Frank: Her Life, Her Diary, and Beyond.

Check out the following 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair events:

• 4-H Rabbit Judging and Showmanship in Rabbit Barn
• Exhibit Barns
• Open Rabbit Judging in Rabbit Barn
• 4-H and FFA Livestock Skill-A-Thon
• Reithoffer Amusements Open
• Adult Breeding Sheep followed by 4-H & FFA Breeding Sheep
• Livestock Skillathon Awards – Outdoor Stage
• 4-H and FFA Sheep Showmanship at the show ring
• Custom Car Show – Upper Parking Lot
• Horsemanship Contest at the Horse Barn
• 4-H Fashion Revue on the Outdoor Stage
• 4-H & FFA Market Lamb Show at the show ring
• Garrett County’s Equestrian Extravaganza at race track
• Tusk (Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band)
• Cow Patty Bingo

Join Honi-Honi Bar for Eric Lewis, lead singer from Eighties Enough, for an acoustic show.

The weather today will be cloudy. Patchy fog in the morning. Numerous showers with isolated thunderstorms in the morning then scattered showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 57. West winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Saturday will be mostly sunny—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 57. West winds around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 25%. Sunday will be mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 59.

Please join Milt’s family and friends tomorrow evening as they gather to pay tribute, remember the ways we were blessed in knowing him and sharing adventures, and fulfill his request to “have a party” to remember the good times. The festivities will take place at Pavilion 5 at Broadford Lake and there will be snacks, goodies, iced tea, and water provided.

It’s the start of the 65th Annual Garrett County Agriculture Fair! Check out the following events:

• Non-Ride Tickets Purchase
• Stock, Hot Stock, and Antique Tractor Pull (Light Weights) at the race track
• Reithoffer Shows
• Horse Show at the race track
• Horse Pull at the race track
• Interdenominational Vesper Service
• Crowning of Miss Garrett County Farm Queen & her Court

Customized hydro dipping birdhouse gourds and sip some herbal tea made from herbs grown at the park!

Here are the state park’s programs this weekend:

• Park of Champions Mini Hike
• Leave No Trace
• Herp Hike
• Campground Critters
• Campfire Programs: Night Sky
• Bird Walk
• Ogling Owl Pellets
• Reptile Encounter
• Homemade Fire Starters
• Shell-fies
• Dutch Oven Cooking
• Sang Run “Rocks” Geology Program
• Pollinator Party
• Tree Tales

Presented by Maryland Legal Aid, free help for your civil legal issues at the Oakland Library!

Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Friday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland! You will find fresh produce, plants, meats, eggs, baked goods, jams & jellies, body care items, and crafts all made and grown by the vendor!

Join The Ruth Enlow Library for some great board games at the Accident Library. Learn some new games and meet some new people!

Another fully booked entertainment this weekend! Check out the local bands that will be playing around the area:

• Abilene Band at Honi-Honi Bar
• Ronnie Burroughs at MoonShadow
• That DAM Band at Honi-Honi Bar
• Summer Luau with The Fantasy’s at Honi-Honi Bar
• Night Traveler at MoonShadow
• The Tim Vitullo Band at MoonShadow
• 1985 at Honi-Honi Bar
• Casanova & the Divas at Honi-Honi Bar

The weather today will be patchy fog in the morning. Mostly cloudy with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 64. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.

Our Town Theatre presents Quilters! You can make reservations or purchase tickets on this link.

Learn about Heritage Area Mini-Grants. These free workshops will review the details for possible funding of non-capital heritage projects.

Join Oakland Little Yough Family Flicks for Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings sponsored by DQ Grill & Chill – Dairy Queen! Mountain Fresh Pavilion at 8:30 PM.

Take a walk through the meadow and identify different types of butterflies!

Team up with the Friends of New Germany State Park and native plant enthusiasts to help remove unwanted plants from our native plant garden. As you work, you will learn how to identify common weeds and why protecting native plants is critical for wildlife.

Join the naturalists at the Discovery Center to learn how to partake in the best pastimes Deep Creek has to offer: fishing! Kids between 7-15 will learn skills to help their fishing adventures. Registration is required.

Join the Junior Rangers at Deep Creek Lake State Park from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

Join Honi-Honi Bar for a Karaoke Night.

The weather today is cloudy. Patchy fog in the morning with isolated showers, then numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 65. West winds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 70%.

You can win 2 free tickets to the Eric Byrd Trio — proclaimed ambassadors of gospel, blues, & jazz. Just send me a quick email to info@deepcreektimes.com and let me know the name of one of the songs the trio performs.

Trout’s House Seafood has fresh crabs and more!

The AAUW-Garrett Branch is pleased to announce that it has awarded its annual Mary Blair Whytsell Scholarship to Alexandra Schofield and Kristen N. Massey, both of whom graduated from Garrett College this year.

Western Maryland Job Centers offer FREE online workshops!

Overeaters Anonymous is a weekly meeting open to all who struggle with issues around food — overeating, undereating, anorexia, bulemia, etc.

Native plants are needed for native wildlife. Discover beautiful wildflowers native to the area.

Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in Downtown Oakland.

Join the Oakland Library for crafts and activities created for this year’s Summer Reading Club theme, Oceans of Possibilities. Stations will be set up throughout the library for you to explore at your own pace.

Deep Creek Lake State Park ain’t big enough for both of them! Stop by the Discovery Center and take a walk around the Discovery Trail as you learn about the invasive and endangered species in the area.

Come celebrate summer at the Stage Wisp Concert tonight featuring local fan-favorite Queen City Funk & Soul! Walk through the Farm & Art Market to browse local farmer and artisan booths chock full of fresh produce, hand-crafted wares, and unique goods.

Catch Perry Kamp at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy with patchy fog in the morning. A chance of showers with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 63. South winds of around 5 mph, becoming southwest in the afternoon. The chance of rain is 50%.

County United Way is proud to announce their annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive to benefit students in Garrett County has returned this year. Stuff the Bus will take place on Friday, August 12, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the Walmart parking lot in Oakland.

The 4-H Livestock Mandatory online entry deadline is fast approaching. If you have not done so already, please have your entries submitted no later than midnight Thursday, July 28th. If you have any issues, please email entries@garrettcountyfair.org. Also, a reminder that the stall fee is $5 per head this year.

David Tungate sent this in to us: “I am not sure who was more surprised- my son Max or the 29” northern pike.  The fish was released back to the lake, but the memories will last forever!”

Hike on up to the Firetower to meet the MCC crew. Members will be on-site to chat with you about the history of the tower and give you the opportunity to make the climb up the tower!

Splish, splash!!! Join in the fun as Accident Library “travels” to California for a virtual tour of the Monterey Bay Aquarium! Explore the wonders of the sea and then try your hand at creating your very own “aquarium!”

Come join the Friendsville Library for a Deep Creek Lake adventure! Learn about all the fun you can have on the lake with Bow Tie Guy!

Join our friends at the GEARS Tech Camp on July 26-28, 2022, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at 116 Industrial Park Drive, Accident, MD 21520. Learn to fly a drone, build and compete with SuGo Robot, and code with Scratch.

Catch Shelly McCombie Duo at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 62. West winds around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.

Another boat has been listed in our Online Marketplace! It’s a 2011 with only 445 hours!

Have you seen the Noah’s Ark project along Interstate 68? It’s being rebuilt and the back story can be found here.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the 2022 black bear hunt lottery. Successful applicants will receive a permit valid for the 6-day hunting season, which for the first time, includes a Saturday. The hunt will be open October 24-29 in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties.

The Garrett County Board of Education will meet in Executive Session today to discuss the Superintendent’s evaluation. The Executive Session is closed to the public.

Oakland Church of the Nazarene will be having Children’s VBS Camp AGAPE today at Broadford Elementary School.

STEAM and Entrepreneur Camp with Toi Hershman is on July 25-29, 2022, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Students can drop in for the day ($25) or attend the whole week ($75). On Saturday, July 30, 2022, students will have the opportunity to sell their work at the artist marketplace!

It’s time for some amazing deals during Cashmere Clothing Co’s Christmas in July.

Create a fun nature-related craft such as paper birds or pom-pom bumblebees.

Catch Matt Tichon & Co. at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be sunny. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 80s and a low of 64. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 20%. Saturday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid-80s and a low of 65. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 10%. Sunday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid-80s and a low of 69. The chance of rain is 10%.

A Cobalt boat has been recently listed in our online marketplace. This one is worth checking out!

Once a year, Garrett County artists open their working studios for our Art Studio Tour. Residents and visitors are encouraged to travel the scenic byways of Garrett County to meet our local artists and learn about their creative inspiration, technical processes, and the tools and materials they use to make their unique handcrafted work.

The Garrett County Board of Education (GCBOE) acted on two separate sets of curricula at its July monthly Board meeting. =Document Based Questions (DBQ), a supplemental social studies curriculum, and Three Cheers for Pre-K were both voted on by Board members after a month of review and commenting period by the public.

We are truly in the dog days of summer and our pets are particularly susceptible to heatstroke, a potentially life-threatening condition. Read more about the effects of heat stroke and how to keep pets cool.

Does anyone want to rent a pontoon boat to a bunch of “old-timers” who love to fish and know how to take care of a boat? I’m looking to connect with some friends of mine who have been coming to DCL for over 40 years with a boat!

Join the Women’s Conference: Joy Comes … In the Journey this Saturday at Bethel Outdoor Pavilion. Registration is free.

All are welcome for the free ice cream from Devler’s, and homemade cookies at the gazebo in downtown Oakland, the corner of 2nd and Liberty Streets on Saturday. Donations appreciated.

Anyone in Maryland may dial 988 to reach a suicide & crisis lifeline.

Join the crew as they set sail on this high seas adventure complete with stories, crafts, a treasure hunt, and other fun activities!

Sharks are not the fearsome eating machines portrayed in the movies. Explore these unique creatures and their amazing survival adaptations with us as we dispel myths about these aquatic “monsters.” The program includes a hands-on session with animal artifacts.

Here’s some live music entertainment this weekend:

• Optimus Riff at Honi-Honi Bar
• The Terah Crawford Band at MoonShadow
• Ferdinand the Bull at MoonShadow
• Southpaw at Honi-Honi Bar
• Jumpin’ Jack Flash at Honi-Honi Bar
• Expandaband at MoonShadow
• Undercover at Honi-Honi Bar
• Lindsay Hough at MoonShadow
• Kenton Sitch Band at Honi-Honi Bar

The weather today will be mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms with highs in the lower 80s and a low of 62. West winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.

JTF, the town of Friendsville, and a number of sponsors for the FREE 2022 JTF Summer Activities Camps. JTF will be at the Town of Friendsville Community Park today July 21 and July 22, 25 & 29, 2022.

From Oakland Mayor Kathy Shaffer: Tonight at the B & O Museum, at 7:00, Wesley Heinz, Executive Director of the Western Maryland Scenic RR is talking about the 2-6-6-2. Wesley was directly accountable for passenger growth of almost 300% & revenue increases over $2.3 million at Maine Narrow Gauge RR & Museum of Portland ME! Come listen, free of charge & enjoy.

A Sea-Doo boat has been listed in our online marketplace. Check it out!

The Fundraiser for the Bob Carney Memorial Scholarship will be held today from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Sipside Lounge! Proceeds from the sale of these nifty t-shirts go to the scholarship.

Join Little Yough Family Flicks 2022, showing Luca tonight at Mountain Fresh Pavilion. Luca shares fun adventures with his newfound best friend, Alberto, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply held secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface.

Learning Beyond the Classroom Bus will be at Glades Town Park today at 1:00 PM.

Take a walk through the meadow and identify different types of butterflies!

Join the Naturalists at the Discovery Center to learn how to partake in the best pastimes Deep Creek has to offer: fishing! Kids between 7-15 will learn skills that will help on their own fishing adventures. Registration is required.

Free Social Services Benefits Assistance and Applications at Kitzmiller Library today at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Catch Phil Hough at MoonShadow and join the fun for Karaoke Night at Honi-Honi Bar.