The weather today will be patchy fog early. Mostly sunny, with highs in the upper 70s and a low of 57. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Saturday will be patchy fog in the morning. Sunny, with highs around 80 and a low of 59. Southeast winds of around 5 mph. Sunday will be sunny, with highs in the lower 80s and a low of 62—southeast winds around 5 mph.
A new survey reveals that Maryland customer service reps are the most worried about being replaced by AI, followed by graphic designers and data entry clerks. The study, based on responses from 3,034 employees, highlights growing anxiety among white-collar workers in roles once considered secure—from video editors to financial analysts—as AI continues to reshape the job market.
If you’re registered, the “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” program offers hands-on outdoor skills workshops for women 18+, August 8–10, 2025 in Garrett County, MD.
Mountain Park Plus Days: From 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, enjoy family fun with bounce houses, crafts, games, waterslides, and more—every Friday in August!
Shakespearaoke comes to Our Town Theatre tonight 7:00 PM! Step up and perform your favorite Shakespeare lines—solo or with friends—alongside live music, theatre games, MadLibs, and more. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available, with proceeds supporting Our Town Theatre and the Rustic Mechanicals.
Night golf returns to Oakland Golf Club tonight! A few team spots remain for this glow-in-the-dark showdown, with tee-off at dark.
The Gorman Fire Department Flea Market is this Saturday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Palms Church in Oakland. Browse yard sales, crafts, baked goods, and more, enjoy lunch, let the kids bounce, and try your luck at the raffles—rain or shine!
August Full Moon Gathering: Sturgeon Moon—Saturday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Herbal Earth Apothecary, Friendsville. Celebrate strength, resilience, and creativity with mindful movement, art, stillness, and soulful expression.
All Earth Eco Tours hosts SURVIVE & THRIVE: Essential Skills Field Day this Saturday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM at Friendsville Community Park. Get hands-on training in emergency preparedness, survival skills, and self-reliance for disasters or outdoor adventures.
Tickets available for Macbeth at Our Town Theatre this Saturday—2:00 PM or 7:00 PM. $17, with proceeds to the Rustic Mechanicals; refreshment donations benefit the theatre.
Savor Summer Dinner at Wisp Resort this Saturday, 6:00 PM—cocktails on DC’s deck, a four-course farm-to-table feast, and live jazz, celebrating the freshest flavors of Garrett County.
Kiti Gartner & The Drifting Valentines bring western swing, rockabilly, old country, and retro pop to life with soulful vocals, tight harmonies, and timeless storytelling. See them Saturday at 7:30 PM—tickets still available.
Sip + Swing Sundays at Lodestone, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM—enjoy 9 or 18 holes with a cart, 2 drinks, and a sandwich or hot dog from the Snack Bar.
Sunday Funday Make-a-Mug at Deep Creek Pottery—create a custom clay mug, choose a glaze, and they’ll finish it for you. \$40 per ticket; mugs ready in 2–3 weeks, shipping available.
There’s plenty happening in town this weekend—outdoor adventures at the state park, family-friendly activities, and live music filling the nights from start to finish.
