Friday, February 13, Saturday, February 14, and Sunday, February 15, 2026: The weather today will be partly sunny this morning, then clearing. Highs around 30. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph. Saturday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the lower 40s. West winds of around 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Sunday will be mostly cloudy, with a chance of rain and snow. Highs in the lower 40s. Southeast winds of around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 50%.
The Maryland Park Service is launching a new, modern reservation system designed to give visitors a faster and more user-friendly way to book campsites, cabins, mini-cabins, pavilions, and other amenities across 37 Maryland State Parks statewide.
A freshly paved or sealcoated surface can instantly boost your property’s curb appeal. Take advantage of $500 off any project and call Danny and Patrick at (240) 329-7523 or D&H Paving to schedule your estimate.
Two proposed curriculum sets, elementary reading and middle school science, are open for public review through March 4, 2026. Materials are available at the Ruth Enlow Libraries in Oakland and Grantsville, with Board action expected on March 10.
Take a look at this month’s featured listings and see what’s happening in the Railey Realty Deep Creek Lake market right now.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering free native tree and shrub seedlings through its Backyard Buffers program to landowners with a creek, stream, ditch, or other waterway on or near their property. Each “buffer in a bag” includes 20 to 30 bare-root seedlings, about 1 to 2 feet tall.
Cupid Crawl Week at Herbal Earth Apothecary is happening until February 14. Shop all things rose, love, and self-care, plus a few sweet extras. Visit 253 Maple Street in Friendsville, MD, and check out other participating businesses for a chance to win a basket of local goodies.
Valentine’s Day Mini Sessions at Smoke N Mirrors Photography are available for couples, kids, or boudoir. This $25 package includes a 15-minute session and one 5×7 standing matted print, with additional prints available for $10 each.
The Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt at Wisp Resort starts Friday morning. Velvet ring boxes will be hidden around the resort. Find one before the Mountain closes on Sunday for a wedding-themed surprise.
If you’re registered for the Introduction to Ice Climbing Full-Day Skill Clinic today from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, prepare for indoor instruction at Garrett College’s Center for Adventure & Outdoor Studies, followed by hands-on climbing at a local ice site. The $130 clinic includes all technical gear, and no prior experience is required.
The American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Drive at the Garrett County Health Department today from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule your appointment or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Valentine’s Menu at Ace’s Run Restaurant & Pub this Saturday. Their special Valentine’s Day menu is se,t and reservations are now open. Call to make your plans.
Valentine’s Day Bingo is happening this Saturday from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Mtn. Lake Park Town Hall. Hosted by Mtn. Lake Partners, with a snow date the following Saturday.
The 2nd Annual Deep Creek Boat Show brings all five local marinas together for a weekend filled with boats and fun. Browse a variety of local vendors and enjoy food and drinks from Brenda’s while you take it all in. Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Valentine’s Day at Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop features a special Saturday buffet with fried shrimp, mussels, ham, fried chicken, roast beef, homemade mashed potatoes, classic sides, plus soup, salad, and a dessert bar for $22.99 per person.
Smoke N Mirrors Photography is celebrating its 9th anniversary this Saturday from 12:00 to 6:00 pm with 20% off everything in the Gallery. Stop by and take advantage of this one-day-only sale.
Make a Folded Vase this Saturday from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM at Deep Creek Pottery. Spend the afternoon creating a beautiful slab built vase perfect for gifting or keeping during this fun Valentine’s Day workshop. Tickets are $45 each, and you’re welcome to bring snacks and drinks.
Make a Mug this Saturday from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM at Deep Creek Pottery. Create a one-of-a-kind mug using slabs of clay and texture tools, choose your glaze color, and they will handle the rest. Tickets are $40 each, and you’re welcome to bring drinks and snacks.
Sip + Shuck returns to Deep Creek Lake this Saturday at 5:00 PM at Mountain State Brewing Co. Enjoy fresh Chesapeake Bay oysters from Trout’s Seafood, $5 Maryland farm beers all weekend, and live music by Jason Shaw from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Team Bingo is happening Sunday at 1:00 pm at Mountain State Brewing Co. in Deep Creek Lake. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun and plenty of chances to win.
Spend Valentine’s weekend bundled up and take in everything happening, from live entertainment to park activities throughout the area.
