Deep Creek Daily Notes Blog July 8

The weather today will be mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon–highs in the mid 70s and a low of 64. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph. The chance of rain is 70%.

Bear Creek Traders has everything for summer fun—Deep Creek Lake 100th Anniversary merchandise, toys, apparel, souvenirs, and outdoor essentials. Located in the Market Square Shopping Center and open daily.

Rural hospitals could lose $87 billion over 10 years due to the reconciliation bill and expiring tax credits, putting Medicaid coverage at risk for many in rural areas.

A new survey asked Americans which small business they’d invest $10K in—and two Maryland businesses made the list as the most investable, thanks to strong local support and community impact.

Tuesdays at Last Chair Bar + Bistro mean 1/2-price appetizer and PBR! Head upstairs at McHenry Lodge for great food, cold drinks, and mountain views.

The DCL 100th Par Tee Golf Classic kicks off today at 9:00 AM at Thousand Acres Golf Club, with breakfast at 8:15 and a BBQ buffet dinner by Sweitzer BBQ. Open to golfers and non-golfers, the event supports the Deep Creek Watershed Foundation.

Today from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, the Oakland Library hosts a hands-on nature art event featuring solar prints, fossil digging, and a nature table with preserved Maryland animals. Registration required by 10:30 AM.

The historic Friend’s Store Post Office at Sang Run State Park holds postcards from the past—visit today at 1:00 PM to decorate and send one of your own!

Learn about native pollinators and make a fun craft during the pollinator program at Accident Library today from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, led by a ranger from Sang Run State Park. Registration closes at 1:00 PM.

The Garrett County Board of Education holds its regular monthly meeting today at 2:00 PM at Northern Middle School. The meeting is open to the public and will also be live-streamed.

Create colorful abstract art and paint a ceramic turtle today from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Friendsville Library. Popsicles included! Registration required by 3:00 PM.

Make a fresh 12–16″ lavender wreath tonight from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (ages 12+). $50 includes all materials and time to shop the on-farm store after class.

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