March 13, 2023: Each year, National Napping Day recognizes our need for a nap the day following the return of daylight saving time.
The weather today will be a slight chance of rain showers. Snow is likely with a slight chance of freezing rain in the morning, then snow showers in the afternoon. Snow accumulation up to 1 inch. Highs in the upper 30s and a low of 21. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%.
JTF had a great first ice skating season! ‘Til next time!
Since Daylight Saving Time was yesterday, March 12, the American Red Cross Central Appalachia Region reminds everyone to TURN your clocks forward one hour and TEST your smoke alarms. Check out the lifesaving steps to stay safe from home fires.
GaCo 1629 had an exciting weekend at their first qualification event in Blacksburg, VA! They were one of 34 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams from Virginia, DC, and Maryland, and they ended up as the 2nd ranked team in robot performance after 12 matches. They were the captain of the 2nd seed alliance and made it to the final matches, but sadly, they lost to the 1st seed alliance. Great effort, GaCo 1629!
The 2022 Maryland School Report Card was just released on March 9, 2023. The report provides ratings for Maryland schools based on Academic Achievement, Academic Progress, Progress Toward English Language Proficiency, and School Quality and Student Success — it looks like good news for Maryland, with over 75% of schools earning 3, 4, or 5 stars this year!
SAVE THE DATE! It’s a Doughraiser for Garrett Mentors on May 2, 2023! Show the event certificate to your server and you’ll be contributing to a good cause!
Another event to mark on your calendar to benefit Garrett Mentors! Dutch’s at Silvertree is hosting a special wine-pairing dinner menu on May 18, 2023.
Join a VERY special night at Sipside Lounge on May 3, 2023, from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, to support the GRMC’s Behavioral Health Center. Barb and Pat Franc will be your hosts of One. Last. Chance. and the event is open to the public.
Discover the wide range of programs available at the Ruth Enlow Library today! From Children’s Story Time to Adult Book Club, Page Turners Book Club, and Creative Writing Group, there’s something for everyone.
