Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes

The weather will be raining likely in the morning until the afternoon—highs in the lower 50s and a low of 46. Southeast winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. The chance of rain is 90%.

Garrett College recently announced the upcoming Explore Garrett Open House will take place on Saturday, April 2nd, beginning at 9:30 AM and ending at 12:00 NN. The event will be held in the Daniel E. Offutt III STEM Center of the McHenry campus of Garrett College.

Wisp Resort provides a breathtaking background and casual elegance that lets you and your guests relax and revel in the celebration during any season. With a variety of indoor and outdoor ceremony sites and dramatic reception venues along with full-service catering, your options are almost as limitless as your imagination.

Children are invited to join Learning Beyond the Classroom today from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM at Kitzmiller School Building.

Today from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm is the virtual How to Build a Nature-lover featuring Joy Shindler Rafey of the Maryland Naturalist Program and members of DNR’s R3 Teams.

Join Kitzmiller Library for STEAM Kids as they explore a variety of activities that focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.

Check out the following local high school games today:

• Northern High Varsity Baseball – Away vs. Allegany
• Southern High JV and Varsity Baseball Game – Away vs. Fort Hill

The weather today will be mostly cloudy with a 20% chance of rain—highs in the upper 50s. Southwest winds around 5 mph, becoming east in the afternoon.

Join the Garrett College Library for Engaging Community Conversations, a discussion of the Indigenous Peoples of Garrett County, on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at 6:00 PM. This event will be held in Room 511 of the McHenry campus of Garrett College.

Have you heard What’s New Around Town? There is a new farmer’s market starting on May 27 — you can find Deep Creek Farmers Market in Parking Lot A at Garrett College every Friday from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM through Labor Day. The market is a rain or shine event!

This past Wednesday, Superintendent Barbara Baker and the Garrett County Board of Education (GCBOE) held a Special Board Listening Session. Superintendent Baker and the GCBOE would like to remind all students, staff, parents, and community members that the purpose of this meeting was to gain additional insight from stakeholders on the feasibility of the proposed Grade-Band Alignment Plan as it pertains to the southern end schools.

In addition, Ms. Barbara Baker, Superintendent of Schools, and Mr. Mark Greene, Manager of Communications & Public Relations, presented the Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) Communication Plan “A Path Forward” at the monthly Board meeting Tuesday, March 8, 2022. This communication plan is focused on, and committed to, strong communication and building relationships with GCPS stakeholders.

Today from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, is the GoVax: Vaccine Schedule (Garrett County Health Department Clinic – Oakland Offices). Appointments may be scheduled in this link, or call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Join Kitzmiller Library for Children’s Story Time as they look, listen, sing, and play while learning through stories, crafts, and other fun activities. This program is geared for children ages 3-5.

Children are invited to the Kids’ Book Club today at Oakland Library. This is a book discussion group for children in grades 3 through 5. Members will be provided with books to read and discuss with the group. Meetings include activities and snacks.

The weather today will be sunny—highs in the upper 50s and a low of 42. West winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.

The Garrett County Women’s Hall of Fame was established through the efforts of the Garrett County Commission for Women and inducted the first members back in 1995. Its purpose is to honor local women who have made substantial or outstanding contributions to the economic, political, and cultural life of Garrett County.

Up to three women will be inducted each year. Both historical and contemporary women are eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame (nomination packets are available until April 1) as these women represent the past, present, and future vision of Garrett County.

Check out MoonShadow’s Lunch Specials this week!

Children are invited to join Learning Beyond the Classroom today from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM at Friendsville Fire Hall.

Northern High Softball team will be competing against Fort Hill today at 4:30 PM.

Join The Ruth Enlow Library for the book club geared towards readers of fantasy, sci-fi, and adventure! The discussion will be on “Dune” by Frank Herbert today, at the Oakland Library from 6:00 PM to 7:00pm.

The weather today will be sunny in the morning, then becoming partly sunny afterward—highs in the mid 60s and a low of 53—south winds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 10%. Saturday will have numerous Showers, mainly in the morning—highs in the lower 60s and a low of 36. South winds of 5 to 10 mph, becoming southwest of 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Gusts up to 30 mph, and the chance of rain is 70%. Sunday will be partly sunny with scattered rain and snow showers.—highs in the mid 40s and a low of 34. The chance of precipitation is 50%.

Today is National Awkward Moments Day! Enjoy… be silly… don’t take yourself too seriously! And, prepare for tomorrow: National Let’s Laugh Day!

According to a survey of 3,145 college students, students from Maryland are less likely to stay sober this spring break – however, a significant 27% say they will be practicing sobriety.

Parents or guardians of children receiving special education and related services will be mailed the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey from the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services during the week of March 21, 2022. To learn more, please visit https://www.mdparentsurvey.com.

Here are all of the events this weekend:

This Friday, from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, is the GoVax: Vaccine Schedule (Garrett County Health Department Clinic – Grantsville Offices). Appointments may be scheduled in this link, or call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Experience the last full moon of winter, known as the “Worm Moon” or the “Sugar Moon,” on this easy 1-mile hike with Ranger Noah this Friday, 8:30 PM at the New Germany Lake House.

Mountain Fresh Winter Market is going inside this Saturday at The Gallery Shop downtown Oakland! The market is still full of wonderful products!

Come to the Oakland Library this Saturday to create a painted stencil plant pot! All materials will be provided.

Shred Day is rescheduled this Saturday from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the Oakland Library.

It’s St. Patrick’s Day Feast at Grantsville American Legion on Saturday at 1:00 PM.

St. Patrick’s Day 2022 Dinner & Celebration will be held this Saturday in the Evergreene Dining Room, starting at 4:00 PM!

Celebrate the Spring Equinox on this moderately difficult 2.5-mile hike this Sunday, and see how many signs of spring you can spot along the way.

Mountain State Brewing Co.’s Team Bingo in Deep Creek Lake continues every Sunday at 1:00 PM. MSBC gift cards are awarded and a coverall round with a progressive jackpot prize starting at $100!

Join Deep Creek Pottery and Marcia Warnick this Sunday at Cashmere Clothing Co.! We will paint this “All About Spring” daisy mug! All pottery must be glazed and fired to be picked up at Cashmere Clothing in a week!

Catch Ronnie Burroughs Live in the Lakers Lounge and Jason McDonald at MoonShadow this Friday. On Saturday, check out Andrew Roulette and Tom Batchelor Band with Fur the Birds at MoonShadow.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ????

The weather will be mostly cloudy with a 50% chance of rain—highs in the upper 50s and a low of 44—southeast winds around 5 mph.

Celebrate all things Irish with this St. Patrick’s Day and Irish-American Heritage Month handout highlighting U.S. Census Bureau facts and figures. View the teaching guide for activity ideas to use in the classroom or at home for any grade level.

Check out here the establishments that will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day: The Greene Turtle (Deep Creek), Mountain State Brewing Co., Sipside Lounge. Also, Alpine Lake Resort will have a full menu plus the following St. Patrick’s Day Specials.

Patronize four businesses in downtown Oakland this March 17 – 19 and learn how to win your own Pot O’ Gold by assembling a 4-leaf clover! Tell ’em Deep Creek Times sent ya!

Free Social Worker Support at Kitzmiller today at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Join Oakland Library for Needlework today at 1:00 PM. Bring your needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters!

It’s Team Trivia Night at Mountain State Brewing Co. at the Deep Creek Lake. Trivia starts at 6:30 PM, and house prizes are awarded for first, second & third places!

Catch Jason Shaw at MoonShadow tonight at 7:00 PM.

The weather today will be increasing clouds, with a high near 66 and a low around 43. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon and a chance of showers, mainly after 3am.

The PHLC campaign is in its fifth year. Play Hard, Live Clean is designed to be a campaign that subtly and consistently reminds students across the grade levels that a healthy lifestyle takes practice and repetition. “The idea is that students will hear about the PHLC challenges year after year in their classrooms, along with the health lessons that are already being taught,” stated McLaughlin, “and maybe one day embrace one (or more) of the habits they have learned and practiced.”

With the clocks soon going forward and Spring and Summer fast approaching, here’s a just-for-fun approach to inspire homeowners — which garden design should you choose based on the zodiac calendar.

Garrett County Health Department invites stakeholders to review the Garrett County Community Health Assessment 2022-2024 survey instrument. This serves to ensure equitable practices and gives the community an opportunity to request additional issues/concerns to be addressed in this survey.

The One Maryland One Book selection has been announced.

Today from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm is the virtual 5 Million Trees, Please: Maryland’s New 5 Million Trees Program.

Set a reminder for this evening from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm — it’s a Special Board Listening Session regarding grade-band alignment on the Southern end of Garrett County.

The weather today will be mostly sunny—highs in the mid 50s and a low of 36. West winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.

Graduation for Garrett County Public Schools has been set for Saturday, June 4, 2022 in the Ag Heritage Hall at the Garrett County Fairgrounds.

Fifteen weeks before the primary election, a trial opens Tuesday in which Republicans challenge a Democratic map of Maryland’s congressional district boundary lines. Here’s why it matters to you: “Maryland’s last two congressional redistricting cycles have involved extreme partisan gerrymandering,” said a brief filed last week by attorneys for a group led by Del. Neil Parrott, a Washington County Republican running for the seat of Democratic Rep. David Trone in a district stretching from Montgomery County through Western Maryland. Republican Del. Kathy Szeliga is among the leaders of the second GOP group.

Today from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, is the GoVax: Vaccine Schedule (Garrett County Health Department Clinic – Oakland Offices). Appointments may be scheduled in this link, or call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Spring into shape today at 10:00 AM by joining Ranger Noah on this challenging 4-mile hike on the Dynamite Shack Trail.

Join Kitzmiller Library today for Children’s Story Time as they look, listen, sing, and play while learning through stories, crafts, and other fun activities.

There will be free Social Worker Support at Grantsville Library today at 1:30 PM.

Join Oakland Library for Young Readers’ Book Club today at 4:00 PM. This is a book discussion group for children in grades 6 and up. Members will be provided with books to read and discuss with the group. Meetings include activities and snacks.

The National Archives releases census records to the general public 72 years after Census Day. As a result, the 1950 census records will be released on April 1, 2022. This event will be presented virtually on ZOOM today from 6:30-8:00 PM.

The weather today will be mostly sunny—highs in the lower 50s and a high of 36. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph.

The Garrett County Board of Education has offered clarification on the March 16th Special Board Listening Session.

The winner of one of The Ultimate Garrett County Adventure Maps is “murfl” with a correct guess of 72.2 miles.

Speaking of Deep Creek Lake, this message is from the Deep Creek Watershed Foundation on funding for the State Lakes Protection and Restoration Fund.

Check out MoonShadow’s Lunch Specials this week!

There will be a free Social Worker Support at Accident Library today at 11:00 AM.

Join Kitzmiller Library today at 6:00 PM for Cover2Cover to discuss the latest read!

The weather today will be partly sunny—highs in the mid 50s and a low of 21—Southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 25%. Saturday will be snowing and may be heavy at times in the morning. Blustery and much cooler, with highs in the mid 20s and a low of 7. Northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and increasing to 50 mph in the afternoon. Chance of snow near 100%. Wind chill values are as low as 5 below. Sunday will be mostly sunny—highs in the mid 30s and a low of 26. Wind chill values are as low as 10 below. The chance of rain is 45%.

Garrett County Health Department reports the first rabies case of 2022 in Garrett County.

To help celebrate National Library Week 2022 and Garrett County’s 150^th anniversary, the Ruth Enlow Library will be hosting a “Dinosaurs Rock” Museum Show at all five branches. Participants will see life-size and genuine specimens while enjoying an interactive, fun, and educational show. The event will also include a loose fossil dig with real take-home specimens.

To help COVID-19 patients with weakened immune systems, the American Red Cross has resumed testing all donations for COVID-19 antibodies for a limited time. Plasma from donations with high levels of COVID-19 antibodies may be used as convalescent plasma.

Don’t forget to make your guess by emailing me: How many miles of shoreline does Deep Creek Lake have? In the event we have multiple correct replies, we will choose one winner at random to receive an Ultimate Garrett County Adventure Map and a mountain coaster pass!

Presented by Maryland Legal Aid, free help for your civil legal issues at the Oakland Library today, 11 March, at 2:00 PM!

Sneak out with Ranger Noah on this birding adventure and experience the great spring migration of waterfowl and on this easy to moderate 2-mile hike, where you will get hands-on experience with all things white-tailed deer, including hides, antlers, antler buttons, tracks, scat replicas, skulls, and even deer sounds this Saturday at New Germany Lake. Another birding adventure and experience of the great spring migration of waterfowl will be held this Sunday.

Mountain State Brewing Co.’s Team Bingo in Deep Creek Lake continues every Sunday at 1:00 PM. MSBC gift cards are awarded and a coverall round with a progressive jackpot prize starting at $100!

Catch Kelly Lynott at MoonShadow this Friday and Ronnie Burroughs at MoonShadow on Saturday.

See all of this weekend’s events here.

The weather today will be partly sunny—highs in the mid 40s and a low of 29—east winds around 5 mph. The chance of rain is 25%.

I was a little late in posting yesterday’s Notes! Did you see a friend and colleague has just hiked around the entire perimeter of Deep Creek Lake! You’ll be entered to win one of his The Ultimate Garrett County Adventure Maps if you email me the total number of miles his GPS route totaled! Let’s update the email deadline to Saturday at 4pm EST 🙂 I’ll throw in a mountain coaster pass or two, as well!

A 14′ Mad River Canoe has been listed in our Online Marketplace!

Join The Accident Library today at 11:30 AM as the Adult Book Club gathers to discuss the latest read.

The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees, which governs the operation of the Ruth Enlow Library, will be held today at Oakland Library at 5:00 PM.

It’s Team Trivia Night at Mountain State Brewing Co. at the Deep Creek Lake. Trivia starts at 6:30 PM, and house prizes are awarded for first, second & third places!

Our apologies for the delayed post today! We are having some server issues….

The weather today will continue to be rain showers likely before 3pm, then rain and snow showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 38. and a low around 25. Northwest wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

A strong area of low pressure will likely move up the East Coast during the first half of the weekend. Although its exact track and strength remains uncertain, there is an Enhanced Severe Storm Threat for damaging wind gusts late Friday night through Saturday. At least scattered instances of tree and power line damage are possible, and could result in blocked roadways or power outages.

Additionally, there is also a Slight Winter Storm Threat Saturday afternoon through early Sunday morning. Accumulating snow and sub-zero wind chill temperatures are possible. If the threat materializes, it may cause travel disruptions.

A friend and colleague has just hiked around the entire perimeter of Deep Creek Lake! You’ll be entered to win one of his The Ultimate Garrett County Adventure Maps if you email me the total number of miles his GPS route totaled! Email me by Friday at 12pm EST.

Maryland DNR 2022 Photo Contest submissions are open until August 1, 2022! Photographers, novice or professional, can enter for the chance to win cash, park passes, and other great prizes.

I presented at the Chamber’s Marketing Roundtable this morning. The topic was the 150th Anniversary of Garrett County and how to collect each of the 8 commemorative coins!

Tomorrow at 5pm is a ribbon-cutting event for the Garrett County Community Action’s Training & Technology Center and the public is invited! Then, after the ceremony is the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s March Business After Hours from 5:30 to 7:30 pm! Call Holly at the Chamber to register: (301) 387-6171.

Today from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm is Lego Club.

International Women’s Day, 2022! To all the incredible women in the world, shine on, not just today but every single day!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming partly sunny. Much cooler, with highs around 40 and a low of 31. West winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph in the morning. The chance of rain is 40%.

Join the virtual and free Water Wise program today at 12:30pm.

Double Oak Farms has limited quantities of Filet, Ribeye, Porterhouse, T Bone, Sirloin, Flank, Skirt, Flat Iron, Chuck Eye, a few Roasts, Hoagie, Kabobs, Brisket, Baby Back Ribs, Short Ribs, Soup Bones, Ox Tails, Tongue & Liver… plus! Farm fresh eggs: $3.00/dozen.

The Garrett County Republican Women’s Club is accepting applications for the 2022 Ruth Umbel Memorial Scholarships — the awards are $600 each.

Maryland’s six casinos brought in nearly $163 million in February revenue, a 29.1% increase from the same period a year prior when the buildings were operating under COVID-19 capacity restrictions. The state received more than $68 million from the casinos, with nearly $50 million going to the Education Trust Fund. MGM National Harbor led the way with $65.8 million in revenue, followed by Live! Casino & Hotel at $59.4 million

Today from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, is the GoVax: Vaccine Schedule (Garrett County Health Department Clinic – Oakland Offices). Appointments may be scheduled in this link, or call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Children are invited for Story Time at Kitzmiller Library as they look, listen, sing, and play while learning through stories, crafts, and other fun activities. This program is geared for children ages 3-5.

The weather today will have numerous showers—highs in the lower 60s and a low of 53. Southwest winds of around 15 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. The chance of rain is 60%.

We could see a few inches of snow this weekend (or maybe none at all!):

44 million Americans are expecting to pay this year’s taxes late due to the COVID-19 pandemic. WalletHub released its 2022 Taxpayer Survey, as well as its yearly report on the States with the Highest & Lowest Tax Rates (accompanying videos included) in order to help people better understand this confusing time of year.

Check MoonShadow’s Lunch Specials this week.

The Civic Club of Oakland is looking for vendors at the 2nd Annual “Anything and Everything Goes Flea Market, Yard Sale and Markers Market“! Welcoming any and all vendors to sell! EARLY BIRD PRICING: $40 corner space/car pull up, $30 front/back space/car pull up, $25 middle table, and $20 outside (no table provided). For more information or to reserve your space, email gfwc.oakland@yahoo.com.

Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop is closed today until March 9 for maintenance.

Hey, all you actors out there! Our Town Theatre has upcoming auditions for two productions! There will be an audition for God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, on Monday, March 7, and Tuesday, March 8, 2022, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

The weather today will be sunny—highs in the lower 40s and a low of 29. South winds around 5 mph, becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon. Saturday will be mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny—highs in the lower 60s and a low of 49. South winds of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 5%. Sunday will be mostly cloudy with a 50% chance of rain—highs in the lower 60s and a low of 50.

The Garrett County Board of Education will hold a community listening session on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Southern Garrett High School in the cafeteria from 6:00 – 8:00 PM to gather feedback from community members regarding grade-band alignment on the Southern end of the county.

There is a Brandt Ranch Oak bedroom furniture set newly listed in our online marketplace. Check it out!

This Friday, from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, is the GoVax: Vaccine Schedule (Garrett County Health Department Clinic – Grantsville Offices). Appointments may be scheduled in this link, or call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Join Grantsville Library for Read Together Book Club this Friday at 11:30 AM.

On Saturday Moonshadow will offer their Night Special: Steak Chimichurri. You’re in for a real treat with two incredible bands with the dinner special!

BlackStrap Rail Jams are back this Saturday. Registration is at 11:00 AM in the McHenry Lodge, and the competition starts at 1:00 PM at Central Park.

Mountain State Brewing Co.’s Team Bingo in Deep Creek Lake continues every Sunday at 1:00 PM. MSBC gift cards are awarded and a coverall round with a progressive jackpot prize starting at $100!

This Friday, catch Devin Sherman at Sipside Lounge and Trae Buckner at MoonShadow. On Saturday, Ronnie Burroughs will be in the Lakers Lounge, and 18 Strings and Shelf Life String Band will be at MoonShadow.

See all of this weekend’s events here.