Friday, March 15, Saturday, March 16, and Sunday, March 17, 2024: The immortal words “Beware the Ides of March” are uttered in William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar to the leader by a fortune-teller. March 15 is the day Roman statesman Julius Caesar was assassinated in 44 BC. Caesar’s gruesome death was a pivotal point in Roman history.
The weather today will be isolated thunderstorms in the morning. Numerous showers, with highs in the upper 50s and a low of 36. West winds of around 15 to 20 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 70%. Saturday will be partly sunny in the morning, then clearing. Patchy fog in the morning, with highs in the lower 50s and a low of 40. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. The chance of rain is 10%. Sunday will be partly sunny and breezy, with highs in the upper 40s and a low of 27. The chance of rain is 30%.
In Maryland, 12% of full-time office workers have found a new work spouse since returning to the office, totaling 759,082 workers. The concept of a work spouse, a platonic partnership akin to a close colleague, is gaining traction in the evolving landscape of office culture.
The Deep Creek Farmers Market is back in May with local food, handmade goods, and community fun! Vendor Applications for the 2024 season are open until March 15. Love farmers markets? Passionate about agriculture? Check out their part-time positions!
In 2023, the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club formed an advisory committee to create an inclusive playground in Garrett County. Teaming up with county groups and experts, they strive to build a space for all. Inspired by Landon Georg’s fundraising, see the article for the project’s outcome.
New listing in our Marketplace! A 1991 Cobalt 21-foot Boat with Dual Axle Trailer is available for $2,250 OBO. Used in Deep Creek Lake, it sank in 2023 but was salvaged and dried professionally. Equipped with a Mercury 5.7L V8, it requires an overhaul. The package includes a trailer, bimini top, and cover. Find it under the ‘Boats’ category.
Fish Frydays is available all day every Friday throughout Lent at Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub!
Military March at Wisp Resort honors active military members throughout March or at the end of the 23.24 season. Enjoy special offers on lodging, skiing, snowboarding, mountain coaster rides, and snow tubing.
Garrett County Republican Women’s Club reopens Dress for Success pop-up store with 1000+ new clothing items, generously donated. Reopening today, with additional hours on March 16th, 17th, and 18th. Further dates and times may be added as necessary.
Attend St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Parish’s 2024 Annual Fish Dinners every Friday during Lent, until March 22, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Takeout options begin at 4:00 PM.
Tonight at Gira Center: Telescopes & Telescope Making with Mr. Kevin Frederick, a renowned regional astronomer. Explore his self-made telescopes, including a 36″ Dobsonian, followed by a Q&A session.
Furbearer Hunting & Trapping for Raccoon and Opossum (Chasing – No Kill) opens on Saturday until July 31. Furbearers include various species such as beavers, bobcats, coyotes, and others.
Get local produce, crafts, and more at the Mountain Fresh Farmers March Market on Saturday at Mountain Fresh Pavilion from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Ranger Julia presents Park PROs on Saturday, offering essential skills for wilderness preparedness and emergency handling in Maryland. Practice outdoors if the weather allows.
Prepare yourself for an exciting Team Bingo Sunday at Mountain State Brewing, kicking off at 1:00 PM!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style this weekend! Explore our entertainment lineup and discover exciting local park activities for the full experience.
