Deep Creek Lake MD News and Local Resources: Daily Notes

The weather today will be mostly sunny—highs in the lower 20s and a low of 15. Northwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph, becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon. Wind chill values are as low as 10 below in the morning.

Garrett County Public Schools are on a 2-hour delay today due to low temperatures and extreme low wind chill factor.

Dr. Jeanne H. Neff and her husband, Edward W.S. Neff, believe the PAC’s mission will enhance performing arts options and accessibility for the Garrett County community.

This article addresses 7 things you should know about poverty and housing by Habitat for Humanity.

Garrett County Health Department in Oakland is taking vaccine appointments today. Call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Join The Kitzmiller Library for Children’s Story Time as they look, listen, sing, and play while learning through stories, crafts, and other fun activities today at 10:30 AM.

Check out Mountain State Brewing Co.’s schedule this week. Igloos and To Go’s will be available today from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

 

The weather today will be mostly sunny with a 50% chance of snow showers. Patchy fog in the afternoon. Snow accumulation around an inch is possible. Cooler with highs around 20 and a low of 7. West winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Wind chill values as low as 7 below in the morning.

The Town of Oakland reminds residents of cold weather precautions.

From the Pittsburgh NWs: Lake-enhanced snow showers will continue today as crossing troughs accrue moisture from the Great Lakes. As of yesterday and in lieu of the ongoing La Nina-influenced winter, 7.1% of the Great Lakes are ice-covered. Here’s how ice coverage has varied over the last few years: https://www.glerl.noaa.gov/…/lakes/compare_years_glsea/

Garrett Regional Medical Center is offering a diabetes prevention program and the information session on the program is tomorrow January 11 at 9 am. Call 301-533-4271 to register.

There is a Baltimore-based company, Opteev Technologies, that is launching a COVID-19 detection device. Similar to a smoke detector but for COVID-19, Liberty by ViraWarn can instantly detect and alert the presence of COVID-19 particles in an indoor space.

Buried in our weekend newsletter and the Daily Notes here, Andrea Miller won our two mountain coaster passes!

Join The Kitzmiller Library to come together to discuss the latest read for Cover2Cover-Book Club For Adults tonight at 6:00 PM.

The Fur Ball Online Auction continues! Over 40 fabulous items to bid on until tomorrow January 11 with proceeds to benefit HART for Animals!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. A chance of snow mainly in the morning. Additional snow accumulation up to 1 inch possible. Blustery with highs around 18 and a low of 4. West winds of15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Chance of snow 50%. Wind chill values as low as 8 below. Saturday will be sunny—highs in the lower 30s and a low of 21. South winds of 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain is 20%. Sunday will be raining with a chance of freezing rain—highs in the lower 40s and a low of 15. Chance of precipitation is near 100%.

Here in Oakland, I personally am reporting 7.75 inches of snow overnight:

NOAA shared this graphic on how to accurately measure the snowfall. They are also happy to receive snow reports via their website or social media.

And here’s the Pittsburgh weather service reports:

Garrett County Board of Education will receive Requests for Proposal (RFP) from experienced vendors to install new visitor bleachers at the stadium complexes at Northern and Southern Garrett High Schools. The deadline for receipt is Monday, January 24, 2022 at 1:00 pm (EST).

Garrett County continues to see high COVID positivity testing rates and Garrett Regional Medical Center continues to see a large demand for monoclonal antibody infusions for patients testing positive for COVID. For community members with medical questions regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), please utilize the Garrett County Health Department website https://garretthealth.org/coronavirus or telephone hotline at 301-334-7698.

Members of the Garrett County Republican Women’s Club have embarked on their local commitment to be educational advocates by making an annual book donation to the Ruth Enlow Library and by reading to local students.

Hero’s Day returns for the Winter 21.22 season! Wisp Resort is proud to celebrate Hero’s Day today, January 7, 2022, in honor of first responders, including military, fire, police, and rescue personnel (EMS).

Garrett County Health Department in Grantsville is taking vaccine appointments this Friday. Call 301-334-7698 for assistance. NOTE: The State is on a delayed opening so the appointments won’t begin until 10am.

Mountain State Brewing Co’s has limited weekend hours and NO Team Bingo on Sunday.

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

The entertainment calendar is FULL! This Friday, catch Jason McDonald at MoonShadow at 7:00 PM. On Saturday, Scott Ross will be at Sipside Lounge at 6:00 PM and Scott Alexander at MoonShadow at 7:00 PM. On Sunday, check out Andre Leonard at MoonShadow at 12:00 PM.

 

The weather today is mostly sunny in the morning. It will then be mostly cloudy with snow likely in the afternoon. Snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches—highs around 30 and a low of 13. West winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph—diminishing to 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon. Chance of snow is 70%.

A WINTER STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM EST FRIDAY. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Northwest winds will increase and gust around 30 to 35 mph Friday morning. Wind chills around zero to -10 degrees are possible along the ridge tops Friday morning. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening commute and the Friday morning commute.

The average American manages to make it 36 days into the new year before they give up on their resolutions, according to a study by WalletHub. Health and fitness typically top our resolutions – and what we eat plays a major part of both these goals. This week, U.S. News released its annual rankings of the Best Diets.

The Garrett County Purchasing Department is soliciting sealed bids for the McHenry Lions Club Park Pump Track Design & Construction. The work under this project includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: development and plans and specifications, permitting and construction of a 200’ by 150’ course as specified.

An analysis found that in Maryland, 21.7% of households earn passive income from interest, dividends, and/or net rental income. The median passive income earned in Maryland is $3,800 per year, compared to $4,200 at the national level.

Children are invited to join the Playgroup today at Yough Glades Elementary and Friendsville Elementary from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters at Oakland Library from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Join the Oakland Library to learn a brief background history about artist and architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Learn about his use of stained glass and how he incorporated his architecture into its environment. Create a faux stained glass artwork using markers, oil pastels, and watercolor paper.

 

The weather today will be Mostly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly sunny—highs in the lower 40s and a low of 20. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

NOAA NWS Weather Prediction Center‘s Winter Storm Severity Index (WSSI) is designed to help you plan for incoming winter weather.
The tool displays the latest impact potential with respect to Thurs/Fri snowfall. Is Garrett County not expecting much snow or are we just better prepared? 😉

Wisp Resort reopens for skiing and snowboarding today from 9:00am to 9:00pm. By maximizing every opportunity to deliver a quality snow surface, skiers and riders can expect three trails including Muskrat, Boulder Run, and Sunset Blvd served by Chair 1 and the Sunset Carpet learning area. Snow Tubing at the Mountain Park and the mountain coaster are also open.

The weather will be mostly sunny—highs in the upper 30s and a low of 27. Southwest winds of around 5 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.

The January “Where Am I?” contest is a little tougher but I know you guys can figure it out! 🙂

Speaking of contests, enter to win two mountain coaster passes by correctly guessing the names of three of the Swallow Falls State Park waterfalls by 4pm today!

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has been selected to serve as the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) states’ co-chair for 2022. As part of ARC’s unique federal-state partnership structure, the states’ co-chair works with the federal office of the ARC and fellow Appalachian state governors to invest in economic growth across the Region’s 423 counties in 13 states. Governor Hogan is the first Maryland co-chair since 1992.

Save the Date for Victorian Chautauqua! The weekend following the 4th of July will be historical performances, lectures, live music, vendors and artisans, food, trolley bus tours, and activities in Mt. Lake Park.

The Ultimate Garrett County Adventure Map is for sale! See more in our online marketplace (under miscellaneous).

Garrett County Health Department in Oakland is taking vaccine appointments today. Call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Children are invited to join the Playgroup today at Broad Ford Elementary from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Join Kitzmiller Library for 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.

 

Happy New Year!

The weather today will be cloudy, with a chance of snow in the morning. It will then be mostly sunny, with a slight chance of snow in the afternoon—little or no snow accumulation. Cooler with highs in the upper 20s and a low of 18. Northwest winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of snow 50%.

Here’s what the three falls at Swallow Falls State Park looked like on Sunday, January 2, 2002:

Can you name all three falls? Correct answers emailed to me by tomorrow 4pm (info@deepcreektimes.com) will be entered to win 2 mountain coaster tickets from Wisp Resort!

Speaking of Wisp Resort, due to unseasonably warm temperatures, they have temporarily suspended skiing and snowboarding operations as of January 1. Tubing, mountain coaster, dining, and shopping remain open.

The Fur Ball Online Auction continues! Over 40 fabulous items to bid on until January 11! With more than 40 items to bid on, there’s something for everyone! From Amazon gift cards, wine, and bourbon gift baskets, to a charcuterie board and an IPad! The online auction started at 8 am today, so grab yourself a cup of coffee and start bidding!

The Health Department is encouraging readers to set SMART goals for their resolutions this year (as part of their KICKSTART 2022 campaign).

 

Happy New Year!

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the afternoon—highs in the mid 50s and a low of 47. Southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain is 20%. Saturday will be raining, mainly in the evening—lows in the lower 40s and a high of 57. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain is 90%. Sunday will be raining—highs in the lower 50s and a low of 18. Temperature falls into the upper 30s in the afternoon. Chance of rain is 90%.

As of tomorrow, Hardesty’s Hardware in Grantsbville will be known as Chestnut Ridge Home and Hardware. You will continue to see the familiar faces and quality products that have always been a part of your local shopping experience.

The county is recycling Christmas Trees and there are also several collection sites to reuse the trees as fish habitat at Jennings Randolph Lake. Drop off locations are Jennings Randolph Lake, Town of Kitzmiller, Town of Keyser, and Town of Westernport. For more information, call the park office during normal business hours at 304-355-2346.

The first Homeschool Faux Stained Glass Project (Ages 5-14) event will be January 6.

Shoutout to Diane Piecknick for sharing this lovely Deep Creek Lake view:

Join Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub in celebrating the year 2021! Specialty menu from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Reservations are recommended.

A Gatsby Affair at Alpine Lake Resort! Enjoy a chef-prepared 3-course meal and a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are $45 for the dinner and dance and just $10 for the dance only.

MoonShadow’s entertainment calendar is FULL! This Friday, catch Megan Jean & The KFB at 7:00 PM and Joe Keyes and the Late Bloomer Band with guests Fur The Birds at 10:00 PM. On Saturday, catch Pronia at 7:00 PM.

There are several first day hikes happening to get you outside to “kick 2022 off on the right foot” — join me at the First Day Hike with Deep Creek Adventure Bureau.

The Fur Ball Online Auction still goes on! Over 40 fabulous items to bid on! It starts New Year’s morning until January 11!

See all of this weekend’s events here.

 

Happy New Year’s Eve Eve! What a whirlwind week it’s been… anyone else feeling a little overwhelmed? It’s ok! 🙂

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. Patchy fog and a chance of rain, mainly in the morning—highs in the lower 50s and a low of 41. South winds of around 5 mph. Chance of rain is 50%.

Looking for something fun to do before we get down to 2022?! Check out our Explore More page! There’s a checklist for exploring and you can purchase an Explore More t-shirt! I just got another batch of inventory in!

Also, plan to join us on our First Day Hike at Fork Run! There will be stickers (even if it’s raining!)

HART for Animals is holding its “Ball Drop Neuter-a-thon”! This is a great opportunity to have your cat neutered at an extremely low price! $30 per cat or $35 with rabies vaccination. Call today for availability: 301-387-7729.

Plan to celebrate the Holiday season at Wisp Resort. Join the Holiday Contest today!

Thursday Team Trivia Night at Mountain State Brewing Co. continues! Trivia starts at 6:30 PM, and house prizes are awarded for first, second & third places!

 

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. Rain mainly in the morning—highs in the lower 50s and a low of 43. West winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain is 90%.

The County United Way “campaign” is a significant fundraising effort involving many local businesses that have partnered with United Way to host various presentations and activities to generate awareness for County United Way’s work in the community. The money raised stays local!

It’s Cashmere Clothing Co. – Want It Wednesday!

Come celebrate the Holiday season at Wisp Resort today! Totally Tubular Glow Tubing from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mountain Park.

Every Wednesday is Locals Night at Alpine Lake Resort. Half-off apps and $1.00 off draft beer from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Lakers Lounge.

Oakland Church of the Nazarene continues the dinner and discussion at 5:30 PM today. It will focus on the discipleship time reflecting on Advent and using the resource “Come Peasant, King” provided this Advent season.

 

The weather today will be mostly sunny with a chance of rain in the morning. It will then be cloudy with rain likely in the afternoon—highs in the upper 40s and a low of 41. West winds of 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of rain is 70%.

Maryland’s 24 health officers, one for each county and Baltimore City, have been named The Baltimore Sun’s 2021 Marylanders of the Year for their efforts in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Garrett County Department of Solid Waste & Recycling would like to invite Garrett County residents to participate in Christmas tree recycling during the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday, at the landfill location at 3118 Oakland Sang Run Road, Oakland, Maryland.

There is a federal program that reimburses families up to $9,000 for funeral costs for loved ones who died of COVID-19.

Garrett County Health Department in Oakland is taking vaccine appointments today. Call 301-334-7698 for assistance.

Join the Story Time at Kitzmiller Library today 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.

Celebrate the Holiday season at Wisp Resort. The Hillbilly Gypsies Duo will be in McHenry Lodge from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

 

The weather today will be raining until the afternoon with a chance of snow in the morning—highs in the upper 40s and a low of 39. Southeast winds of 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation 80%.

I saw this online: It’s gnome week! “The weirdest week of the year—the days between Christmas and New Year’s, when time is an illusion and reality slips away!”

Garrett County Health Dept. encourages you to kick nicotine in 2022!

Maryland’s coronavirus cases set a new record on Christmas Eve, with over 9,000 new infections logged in 24 hours.

12 Days of Christmas at Wisp Resort continues! Here are the events for today: 
Elves Workshop – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM in Crawford Meeting Room
Hot Cocoa Bar – 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM on McHenry Lodge Deck or in McHenry Lodge
New Year’s Resolution Tree – All day in McHenry Lodge

Check out the holiday hours of the following establishments:
Discovery Center
Cashmere Clothing Co.
Dutch’s At Silver Tree

Do you want to learn how to knit? The Ruth Enlow Library – Kitzmiller branch can help you to get started! Join the library today from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM to learn the basic knitting stitches and techniques.

The Lego Club of Ruth Enlow Library – Oakland branch, is designed for children ages four and up and features free building time with lots of building bricks. Meet the club today from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM—no need for registration.

 

Merry Christmas!

Special shout out to Tom, Erin, and John!! (please correct me if I messed that up – you know who you are!) ☺️ Thank you so much for reading!!

The weather will be partly sunny in the morning, then becoming mostly cloudy. A 20% chance of rain. Highs in the upper 40s and a low of 43. West winds of 10 to 15 mph, becoming southwest of 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon—gusts up to 30 mph. Saturday will likely rain—highs in the mid-50s and a low of 38. Southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain is 70%. Sunday will be mostly sunny—highs in the mid-40s and a low of 31. Chance of precipitation is 65%.

Just for fun! 1 in 4 Marylanders think their state motto is ‘The Pen Is Mightier Than the Sword,’ poll reveals. This interactive map also shows that 1 in 10 Kentuckians thought their state motto was ‘Land of Succulent Poultry‘.

Ready for the new year? SBDC has a calendar of free webinar small business training events: Finding capital, retaining employees, and more on intellectual property.

Santa is still around town … here’s our list of where you may be able to find him!

Check out the holiday hours of the following establishments:

Ruth Enlow Library
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop
Cashmere Clothing Co.
Deep Creek Lake Discovery Center
Mountain State Brewing Co.
MoonShadow
Dutch’s At Silver Tree

This weekend’s schedule at Wisp Resort:
December 24 – Featured Holiday Item in Alpine Eatery (while supplies last)
December 25 – Complimentary Cookies – Hotel Front Desk (while supplies last)
December 26 – Specialty Winter Cocktail and Mocktail – Wispers Bar (while supplies last.

All are invited to the Discovery Center this Sunday to learn about some fascinating and gentle reptile ambassadors. Great for all ages!

See all of this weekend’s events here.