Friday, February 7, Saturday, February 8, and Sunday, February 9, 2025: The weather today will be mostly sunny and windy, with highs in the upper 30s. West winds will range from 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, decreasing to 40 mph in the afternoon. Saturday will be cloudy, with a chance of snow and freezing rain in the morning, transitioning to freezing rain and rain in the afternoon. Highs will be in the mid-30s, with southeast winds at 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 90%. Sunday will be mostly cloudy, with highs in the mid-30s.
Sponsor a student from Northern for the Cool Schools Dunk! All funds raised for this event stay in Garrett County to support Garrett County Unified Sports. If students are able to raise funds, they get to participate and get the dunk t-shirt. Be sure to note a donation for a student who is not sponsored.
Garrett County is tackling methamphetamine misuse, its top drug concern, with prevention efforts led by the Health Department.
Our first outing in the Reflection House van was to 206 Alder Bistro to use the gift cards so generously donated by BILT Construction! BILT gave the staff and residents each a card for Christmas and we had a WONDERFUL social gathering! Thank you!

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2025 Peggy Jamison Heritage Preservation Award, honoring those committed to preserving the county’s heritage. The award will be presented at the Annual Membership Meeting & Dinner on June 5, 2025.
Dreaming of a new home? Check out this month’s must-see real estate listings at Taylor Made—you might just find the one! 🔑
Skate Sessions keep the fun going this weekend at JTF Ice Rink. ⛸️
The Garrett County AAUW hosts a Women’s Writing Workshop this Saturday, February 8, from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at The Gallery Shop. Create a historical monologue and present it at the Women’s Monologues event on March 4!
Kids, get creative at Deep Creek Pottery’s Saturday class! A new project each week for $25, with custom glaze options. Classes run from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, and parents can join too!
Head to Herrington Manor State Park this Sunday for the Highlands Fat Bike Series with Deep Creek Adventure Bureau.
Spend Sunday afternoon at Deep Creek Pottery creating a beautiful sunflower mosaic from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM! Design your unique piece, and we’ll help you grout it before you leave. The cost is $50 per person—bring a snack and your favorite beverage!
Get set for a fantastic weekend filled with state park events and entertainment!