Monday August 7, 2023: I’m moving a little slow today after participating in Day 1 of the Maryland Trek in honor of Tyler. I rode my bike all day while the trekkers that will be in Ocean City by Sunday walked / ran at an impressively fast pace.
Here is a touching video wrap-up from Day 1! Can we sell 100 of the “Just InCredible Deals” cards to make a donation today for Tyler?!
UPDATE: We’ve sold 3!
The weather today will be partly sunny. Scattered showers, with isolated thunderstorms in the morning, then showers and numerous thunderstorms in the afternoon. Some thunderstorms may be severe, with damaging winds and heavy rainfall in the afternoon—highs in the upper 70s and a low of 59. Southwest winds of around 15 to 20 mph. The chance of rain is 80%.
Excluding mortgages, the average American carries $38,953 in debt, causing stress. Some manage with strong repayment plans, but when does debt become overwhelming? A study found Marylanders’ debt anxiety threshold at $23,182; ranking 20th nationally.
Amid Deep Creek Lake’s peak summer break explore Maryland DNR’s Freshwater Fishing Report.
Mark your calendars for the Annual Garrett County Senior Picnic on August 18, 2023, at New Germany State Park (Tall Oaks & Tamarack Pavilions) with Garrett County Community Action Committee. RSVP by August 9 to your senior center manager. Free GTS transport from Oakland, Grantsville, and Friendsville Senior Centers is available.
Seize the moment to join the vibrant celebrations of Exchange Day 2023 and embark on a transformative adventure by hosting a captivating foreign exchange student from ASSE this school year.
Join Barter Camp, where kids in Grades K-12 (2023-2024 school year) learn theatre skills like acting, set design, and more, in exchange for items the theatre uses all year. Camp: August 7-11, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Theme: Fairy Tales, crafting personal books based on classic Grimm tales for a week-ending performance.
The Garrett County Commissioners are holding the public meeting this afternoon at 4pm at the Courthouse.
For those seeking entertainment tonight, Honi-Honi Bar beckons with a special invitation to witness a live performance by Eric Lewis & Co. on their charming outdoor deck.
