Friday, January 2, Saturday, January 3, and Sunday, January 4, 2026: The weather today will be mostly cloudy, with a chance of freezing rain, with a slight chance of snow in the morning, then mostly sunny in the afternoon. Little or no snow accumulation. Highs in the upper 20s. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of precipitation is 50%. Saturday will be cloudy, with highs in the lower 30s. West winds of around 5 mph. Sunday will be partly sunny, with highs in the mid 20s.
A fresh year means a fresh start at Sylvan Learning of Garrett County in McHenry, MD, where personalized support helps students rebuild confidence or move ahead and sets the tone for a year of feeling capable, motivated, and ready.
Pick of the Litter will be on winter hours from January 8 through March 26, closed on Thursdays and open Fridays 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and Sundays 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Deep Creek Boat Show! Bill’s Marine Service is teaming up with the local marinas on February 14-15, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Enjoy local vendors, food, and drinks from Brenda’s, and plenty to see and do. More details coming soon.
Flash deal at Naylor’s Ace Hardware in Oakland, this weekend, January 2-4. Winter tip: cover your outdoor spigots before the freeze.
The Fur Ball Online Auction is happening now through January 10, with HART for Animals, Inc. offering an exciting mix of items to bid on from home, including travel experiences, Capitals tickets, gift cards, wine and spirits, golf and fly fishing packages, and more, all supporting HART’s mission to save the lives of homeless animals.
First Friday from the Garrett County Arts Council is happening this month with a virtual twist, featuring Digital Art Streaming that viewers can watch online by following the Arts Council on Facebook or signing up for their email list, offering a free and welcoming after-hours art gathering for ages 16 and up with no experience required.
New Year Renewal at Herbal Earth Apothecary & Gardens takes place on Saturday with a full Wolf Moon celebration, featuring a custom renewal tea experience during shop hours and a calming Wolf Moon Sound Bath at 2:00 PM, offering a chance to relax, reset, and reconnect under the full moon.
Behind-the-scenes snowmaking tours take place on Saturday at 4:00 PM, offering a firsthand look at the technology and planning behind winter operations, led by General Manager Ron Hawkes and Director of Mountain Operations John McCracken, with limited spots available and reservations required.
Archie’s Barbeque welcomes locals every Sunday from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM with 30% off your meal!* Come grab some delicious BBQ and enjoy a great deal! *Excludes holiday weekends.
Start the New Year weekend right! Stay updated on all the entertainment and park activities happening this weekend!
