Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes

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.

The weather today will be sunny, with highs in the mid-80s and a low of 68. Southwest winds around 5 Mph. The chance of rain is 5%.

Election results are being finalized – Garrett County’s unofficial election results are here and a complete summary of Maryland’s unofficial election results is here.

#chachafortatas is an initiative to benefit the local non-profit, Cindy’s Fund. Click here for details but know that the Four Storm Gallery will donate $1.00 for every selfie you post and tag! Where can you take ChaCha?

It’s time for some amazing deals during Cashmere Clothing Co’s Christmas in July and Want It Wednesday!

Learning Beyond the Classroom Bus will be at Kitzmiller School Building and Bloomington Park today.

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! Also, it is all about BUTTERFLIES at the market this week! Brianna and Emma will be helping all kids make colorful butterflies, handing out informative handouts about local butterflies, and giving away FREE seed bombs!

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

Come celebrate summer in Deep Creek Lake with the Stage Wisp Concert featuring local fan-favorite The Remedy and walk through the Farm & Art Market to browse local farmer and artisan booths chock full of fresh produce, hand-crafted wares, and unique goods.

Grab any compostable material you have lying around, whether it be a toilet paper roll or the rind off your lunchtime fruit, and meet in the Discovery Center Room to learn about irrigation techniques, horticulture, and plant’s life cycle.

Check out Good Guys Duo at Honi-Honi Bar!

The weather today will be patchy fog in the morning and mostly sunny—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 62. West winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph in the morning. The chance of rain is 15%.

Don’t forget to vote in the primary election today! Here is a complete list of Garrett County candidates and also the Maryland State representative candidates. You can find your polling place and more information from the Garrett County Board of Elections.

The Maryland State Highway will be doing work to replace the Route 39 bridge (by the Garrett County Lighthouse and the Town Parking Lot). There are signs noting the “traffic pattern will change”. Estimates say the work will take 3-5 months.

Learning Beyond the Classroom Bus will be at Grantsville Park and Finzel Park today.

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!

The swashbuckling fun continues as we welcome a real-life pirate to the Accident Branch Library. Join the crew as we set sail on this high seas adventure complete with stories, crafts, and a treasure hunt!

Free social services benefit assistance and applications at Grantsville Library today.

Love the summer Honi music! It’s Partners in Crime tonight.

The weather today will be a chance of thunderstorms. There will be showers likely in the morning, then showers in the afternoon—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 63. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 80%.

A Cup of Roses Holistic Care has just launched a new website!

The Rural Maryland Council is asking the public to complete a short survey to identify concerns and challenges faced in rural Maryland.

Garrett Equipment Rentals (GER) has a new ECHO weedeater that will power through tough overgrown grass and weeds. Call 301-334-9559 and tell ’em Deep Creek Times sent you! Garrett Equipment Rentals is “Ready to work when you are!”

Due to the weather, the Friendsville LBTC bus stop will be at the Friendsville Fire Hall Monday morning at 9:30 AM. It will then be at Accident Town Park West at 1:00 PM.

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

St. Peter, the Apostle Catholic Church’s Senior Moments Luncheon, will be held today at 1:00 PM at the Black Bear Restaurant in McHenry, MD.

Join Oakland Library for the book club geared towards readers of fantasy, sci-fi, and adventure! The discussion this month will be on “The Starless Crown” by James Rollins from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Catch Paul Lewis at Honi-Honi Bar tonight.

The weather today will be sunny with highs in the upper 70s and a low of 58. East winds of around 5 mph, becoming west in the afternoon. The chance of rain is 10%. Saturday will be partly sunny with highs in the upper 70s and a low of 62. South winds of around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 20%. Sunday will be partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms—highs around 80 and a low of 63. The chance of rain is 50%.

ATTENTION! The Raleigh Ringers concert for Sunday has been postponed. I’ll keep you updated as I know the rescheduled date!

The Tri-County Council for Western Maryland and the Garrett County Department of Business Development are asking the public to submit responses to a survey where feedback will be used to create a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy.

After a week of writing, participants from four separate workshops will take to the new stage in Mountain Lake Park for a public reading. The welcome begins at 5:45 with a Creative Writing (Grades 3-5), Songwriting (adult), and Creative Writing (Grades 6-8) presentations. GPS 600 Spruce Street. Oakland, MD  21550.

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

Visit the “Dog Days of Summer” Market at Shabby Patina.

Shootout at the Depot tells the true story of a deadly 1890s gunfight in Parsons, West Virginia — and a riveting murder trial that tears a community apart! Featuring real-life courtroom drama with costumed community presenters, great music, and expert historical commentary. Join us this Saturday, July 16, 2022, at the (old) Tucker County Courthouse, First and Walnut Streets in Parsons. Doors open, and music begins at 1:30 PM; historian remarks and courtroom program begin at 2:00 PM; followed by a 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM reception at the historic “Parsons Station” Western Maryland Railroad Depot (just across the street).

Here are the state park’s programs this weekend:

• Park of Champions Mini Hike
• Leave No Trace
• Herp Hike
• Campground Critters
• Old-time Jam
• Campfire Programs
• Bird Walk
• Creek Crafts
• Garden Tour
• Reptile Encounter
• Tracking and Stalking
• Easy Campfire Cooking
• Shell-fies
• Dutch Oven Cooking
• Sang Run “Rocks” Geology Program
• Camping in Bear Country
• Pollinator Party

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 Saturday, 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!

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

• The Fly Birds at Honi-Honi Bar
• Lonesome Dave Fisher Trio at Sipside Lounge
• Tom Bond & Pappy Miller at MoonShadow
• The Hounded & The Redlines at MoonShadow
• Easy Street at Honi-Honi Bar
• Bob Keel at MoonShadow
• Wild Whispers at MoonShadow
• Shallow 9 at Honi-Honi Bar
• Erin Incoherent at MoonShadow

The weather today will be sunny. Highs in the mid-70s and a low of 56. West winds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 10%.

Have you seen the first images from the James Webb space telescope?

The OVFD 2022 Autumn Glory Fireman’s Parade is a go on October 13, 2022! An evening of fun, food and fire trucks!

Join Little Yough Family Flicks 2022, showing Sing 2 tonight at Mountain Fresh Pavilion.

Do you use SNAP, FMNP, or WIC benefits at the farmers’ market? You are invited to participate in a focus group regarding your experiences with produce incentive programs (like Maryland Market Money) today, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Join the Junior Rangers at Deep Creek Lake State Park. Thursdays from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, June 23 – July 28, 2022.

Take a walk through the meadow of Sang Run State Park 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.

Join Accident Library as the Adult Book Club gathers to discuss our latest read.

Check Honi House Band at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Some Thunderstorms may produce gusty winds and small hail in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 61. West winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 50%.

Grab your meat for the week at Double Oak Farms! Porterhouse, T Bone, Sirloin, Denver, London Broil, Flat Iron, Skirt, Chuck Eye & Cube Steaks Ground Burger & Patties Habanero Brats Brisket Flanken/English Ribs & Short Ribs Roasts Liver,Tongue,Soup Bones,Ox Tails,Suet Fat Kabobs and more!

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

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!

Join in the fun as we “travel” to the Antarctic and learn all about the world of penguins! Enjoy a story or two, and then create your own “penguin!”

Ahoy, me hearty! Join us at the Friendsville Library for a swashbucklin’ good time as Daniel Stiles presents Pirate Adventure! Join the crew as we set sail on this high seas adventure complete with pirate games, stories, crafts, and a hunt for treasure! Join in the fun and dress up as a pirate…if ye dare!

Check out Rob Lightner at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be sunny with highs around 80 and a low of 64. Southwest winds around 5 mph.

If you’ve been around here for a bit, you know that I love to be outside! Well… I got the startle of a lifetime in riding past this guy on the trail yesterday. Does just the sight of the photo make anyone else nauseous?

Did you see the Joy Comes in the Journey event that is happening July 23rd? This free event is a women’s conference to help transform your mindset and overcome joy-killers in your life.

The Victorian Chautauqua 2022 Writers Workshop series begin today and will offer diverse instruction for creative writing disciplines. This includes seven courses that include adult and teen programs in children’s literature, creative writing, poetry, songwriting, and playwriting. Children can register for one of two creative writing workshops for grades 3-5 and grades 6-8.

The Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting is scheduled today and will also be live-streamed at https://www.facebook.com/garrettcountygovernment/.

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

Create your own world. Join the new writers’ group presented by the Grantsville Library. All are welcome, and residents of any town are invited. Attendees will hear in-progress work read by area writers and are invited to bring their own work for constructive comments and gentle criticism.

Check out Inside Out Duo at Honi-Honi Bar tonight!

The weather today will be partly sunny. Patchy fog with a slight chance of showers in the morning. A chance of showers with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon—highs in the lower 80s and a low of 61. West winds around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 40%. Saturday will be mostly cloudy with a chance of showers—highs in the lower 70s and a low of 57. Northeast winds around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 50%. Sunday will be sunny—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 58. The chance of rain is 20%.

Did you see local business owner AJ Delauder featured in the New York Times? AJ just arrived in New Mexico after a 2,664 mile bike ride starting in Canada.

Linda S. Sherbin is retiring from the Garrett College Board of Trustees board effective June 30th.

Keira’s Day at the Park is THIS SATURDAY at Broadford Park. They are having a walk or run, raffles, silent auction, face painting, a vendor show, and a food truck. Of course, swimming is available at the lake. A DJ and cosmic cheer are scheduled to do a couple of performances throughout the day. This event is in memory of 8-year old Keira Mae Rinker that passed away October 10, 2021 as a result of a car accident. Her parents are working to keep her memory alive and give her the future that she doesn’t get to do on her own.

Deep Creek Lake State Park will be hosting its 22nd Annual Art in the Park festival on July 9 and 10. Admission to the park is $3 per resident and $5 for non-residents—children in car seats and seniors presenting a Maryland Park Service golden age pass enter for free. Guests may arrive by boat, car, or foot through the park gate. Docking is available for boaters.

Mountain Lake Park celebrates with the free Victorian Chautauqua weekend following the 4th of July. Historical performances, lectures, live music, vendors and artisans, food, trolley bus tours, and activities relive a bygone era that began as a planned community along the B&O Railroad.

Don’t miss the Teen Punk Silent Disco this Saturday at the Mountain Lake Park Town Hall.

The members of the Garrett Hoof Prints 4-H Club are holding a “Fill the Trailer” community service event on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Tractor Supply, Oakland.

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

Check out the state park’s programs this weekend:

• Park of Champions Mini Hike
• Leave No Trace
• Reptile Encounter
• Herp Hike
• Bird Walk
• Garden Tour
• Tracking and Stalking
• Wiffle Ball
• Movie Night – The Sandlot
• Dutch Oven Cooking
• Sang Run “Rocks” Geology Program
• Natural History by Kayak

Come for an exciting experience with the Bow Tie Guy at the Ruth Enlow Library to learn about things that sink or float.

Free social services benefit assistance and applications in Accident Library.

Mental Health First Aid for Adults teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and substance use disorder.

Join Mountain Fresh Farmers Market for the open-air farmers market every Saturday 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!

Get out to hear some live music around the area:

• The Y’allterations at Sipside Lounge
• Butterscotch Blonde at Honi-Honi Bar
• Aristotle Jones at MoonShadow
• Surrender Dorothy at Honi-Honi Bar
• Phil Hough at MoonShadow
• The Shades at Honi-Honi Bar
• Disco Night with Raised on Analog at Honi-Honi Bar
• Jac with no K at MoonShadow
• Eighties Enough at Honi-Honi Bar

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. Patchy fog with scattered showers and a chance of thunderstorms in the morning. It will then have showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon—highs in the mid-70s and a low of 63. Northwest winds around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 70%.

The Garrett College Foundation has added three new members to its Board of Directors. Katharine Alvarez, Julie Mead, and Elizabeth Wotring-Nelson were all recently elected to the Foundation’s board. The addition of the three new members expands the GCF Board of Directors to 20 members.

Here’s a short summary of the Deep Creek Lake Lion’s Boat Parade! A successful event!

The members of the Garrett Hoof Prints 4-H Club are holding a “Fill the Trailer” community service event. It is scheduled for July 9, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Tractor Supply, Oakland.

The Town of Oakland invites everyone to the next showing of The Little Yough Family Flicks summer movie series today, with “Encanto,” sponsored by Glamour Ray Salon and Apparel and The Order of the Eastern Star, Oakland # 67.

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

Come and see the wonderful native plants around the Discovery Center as well as walk the trails to see the fabulous foliage. Western Maryland has beautiful plants and flowers waiting to be found. Flora fun for all ages can be found at the Discovery Center!

Join the Junior Rangers at Deep Creek Lake State Park. Thursdays from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM, June 23 – July 28, 2022.

Bring your own needlework projects to Oakland Library to work on with fellow crafters!

Join the Karaoke Night at Honi-Honi Bar and Open Mic Hosted by Kim Alexander at MoonShadow tonight!