The Town of Friendsville will be participating in National POW/MIA Recognition Day – Maryland Remembers. In honor of this meaningful day, we’ll be setting up a special window display at the Friend Family Museum on September 20, 2024 to pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

We invite everyone to visit and reflect as we remember our heroes.

We have some exciting news! Due to construction at the library, our beloved "Quilters Corner" have temporarily relocated to the Town Hall Council Chambers. The Council chambers offer plenty of room for the quilting community to continue their creative work, and we're excited to keep the quilting spirit alive and thriving while the library is under construction! Happy quilting, everyone!

We’re excited to share that the Friendsville Branch of Ruth Enlow Library will be moving to a temporary location! Beginning in October, the library will operate from the Community Center Building (Senior Center) at 947 Community Drive while construction of their new building takes place.

During this time, the library will continue to serve you with the following hours:

• Monday & Wednesday: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  
• Tuesday & Thursday: 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Stay tuned for updates on the move and upcoming special events. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you at the new location!

The Friendsville Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, starting at 6 p.m. in the Friendsville Town Hall in the council chambers. The Board will review the following docketed case:

VR-2024-1: An application submitted by Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County/Thomas Vose for a variance to allow 21 fewer parking spaces than specified in the town ordinance 600D.

Any Interested individuals are invited to attend.

Efforts will be made to accommodate the disabled and non-English speaking residents with five days’ notice to Wanda Guard, Town Clerk at 301-746-5919.

By the authority of the Board of the Zoning Appeals

This is a friendly reminder that we have a secure, locked drop box available for after-hours use. If you need to drop off any important documents or items outside of office hours, you can find the drop box located near the main entrance of the Friendsville Town Hall.

Our Community Park is esteemed within the local community, with dedicated efforts to maintain its pristine condition. It serves as an excellent setting for hosting picnics of varying sizes, providing a relaxing environment for an hour, two hours, or an entire day.

Explore this superb outdoor rental venue for a range of events, including picnics, weddings, reunions, family gatherings, as well as club and organization events.

Access the Park Fact Sheet for rental rates and a map.

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Market will be held at Friendsville Community Park in the rear parking lot on Lions Circle Drive starting the month of October.

The Friendsville Veterans Memorial Committee invites you to a 9/11 event at 5:30 pm at the Veteran's Memorial in Friendsville. The Snowy Creek 4-H Club will be conducting a flag lowering and raising ceremony. We welcome everyone to join us for this commemorative event.

Attention all GCPS parents and guardians - keep an eye out for these cards being distributed to all students over the next week and a half! They contain all the info you need to know about the Student Card that your child/children can use to access awesome Library resources whenever they need.

Monday September 16, 2024 starting at 6:00 p.m.

Friendsville Elementary School

Please join us as we kick off the new year!
We will be discussing the calendar, some new positions and our goals for the year!

All proceeds will go to PTO

(2) Winners 1/2 Hog each

$5.00 per chance

Drawing date: October 4th

Live HOG donated by: John, Erica, Christopher and Bethany Hayhurst.

To be processed at Hayhurst Custom Processing

Processing cost donated by: Resort Source - will be customized to each winner's specification.

Welcome! Our mission is to encourage and uplift businesses throughout the area. Check out our Facebook page for details about our monthly meetings.

Join us for BINGO at the Friendsville Volunteer Rescue & Fire Department on November 2, 2024!

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for fun, prizes, and community spirit. Don't miss out on the chance to shout "BINGO!" and win big!

Refreshments and snacks will be available for purchase. All proceeds go towards supporting our local rescue and fire services.

Come early to get a good seat and your lucky cards. Visit Friendsville VFRD Special Events Committee Facebook page for additional details.

Christmas is coming and so is our Annual Breakfast with Santa and Craft Bazaar!! If you or anyone you know who may want to setup at our craft bazaar please have them message Caitlin McCormick through the Friendsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Inc. Facebook page.

🍎 Mobile Food Market: Catch us at the Friendsville Mobile Food Market at the Library on September 11, 2024 from 2pm to 4pm. We'll be there to connect with the community and provide information on our initiatives.

🏥 Blood Pressure Check-Up: Mark your calendars! I will be at the Friendsville Senior Center on September 25, 2024 from 10:30am to 12:30pm, offering complimentary blood pressure checks for all interested attendees.

🚌Learning Beyond the Classroom: The bus will be at the Friendsville Firehall 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. September 23, 2024. Purposeful play, Storytime, crafts, snacks and giveaways.

📅 Event Flyers: Check out our flyers below for this month's events.

Let's come together to make a positive impact in our community! See you there!

Jaime Spano

Garrett County Health Department

Community Health Outreach Worker

301.334.7777

Click on pictures below for additional information.

261 MAPLE STREET, FRIENDSVILLE, MD

WILL BE CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

AS OF SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

ALL OPENINGS DEPEND ON AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTEERS

INQUIRIES OR REQUESTS FOR A SPECIAL OPENING CAN

BE DIRECTED TO CAROL SQUIRES.

THANKS TO THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL AND

TO ALL OUR VISITORS FOR THEIR SUPPORT

friendfamilyassociation.com

SPRINGS FOLK MEETING HOUSE

ACROSS FROM SPRINGS STORE

1711 SPRINGS ROAD

BEVERLY RAILEY ROBINSON

LOCAL AUTHOR, HISTORIAN AND

FRIEND FAMILY MUSEUM VOLUNTEER

LOOKING BACK AT JENNINGS

AND SELBYSPORT

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 AT 7:00 PM

FREE PROGRAM - ALL WELCOME

Are you looking for a place to connect with wonderful people, enjoy delicious food, and engage in exciting activities? Look no further! .

✨ Here's what you can expect:

🍽️ Lunch Served at 12:00 p.m.: Indulge in a tasty meal and relish great company. Our delicious lunches are the perfect midday treat.

🎂 Birthday Celebrations: Join us on the 2nd Wednesdays of each month as we celebrate the birthdays of our amazing seniors. Cake, laughter, and good times are guaranteed!

🃏 Morning Card Games: Get your competitive spirit going with some card games in the morning. It's a fantastic way to exercise your mind and have fun.

🎉 Bingo After Lunch: After a scrumptious meal, try your luck at bingo. Exciting prizes await those with a winning card!

🎤 Special Speakers and Programs: On the last Wednesdays of every month, we host special speakers and programs that are both informative and entertaining. It's a great opportunity to learn something new.

🩺 GCHD Blood Pressure Checks: Your health matters to us. Join us on the third Wednesdays of each month for complimentary blood pressure checks by the GCHD. Stay on top of your health and well-being.

Come be a part of our vibrant and welcoming community at the Senior Center. Don't miss out on these wonderful activities and connections. See you on Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. We can't wait to see you there!

Join us for a convenient solution to your grocery needs with the Maryland Food Bank's MOBILE MARKET! We extend a warm invitation to everyone to partake in this opportunity to access nourishing food items and valuable resources. On these special days, we offer a selection of boxed dry goods and the freedom to choose your own fresh produce, all while supplies last. It's all completely free, both the food and the resources, as we aim to deliver hope and support to our neighbors in need. Don't miss out! Visit us on the second Wednesday of each month between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM at the Ruth Enlow Library of Friendsville, located at 315 Chestnut St, Friendsville, MD 21531. Let us make your day brighter with our one-stop-shop for your essential needs.

Calling all LEGO lovers! Join the LEGO Club at the Friendsville Library! We meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 4:00-5:00pm. Join us for some free-building fun based on an exciting theme each month or your own creative ideas! LEGO and Duplo blocks will be provided. LEGO Club is designed for children ages 4 and up

If you enjoy cooking, trying new recipes, and eating with friends...then this is the book club for you! It's Friendsville Library's Culinary Connections Cookbook Club!

Join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6pm. Each participant will choose a recipe from a selection of cookbooks to prepare at home and bring to share at the next meeting. We'll have fun trying new foods, discussing our culinary successes (or disasters), and sharing cooking techniques and tips. We'll have a different theme each month and a prize will be awarded at each meeting for the tastiest dish!

Join the Rangers from Deep Creek Lake State Park to learn about the monarch's yearly migration and how we can help them on their journey. You can also tag a monarch to be released!…(weather permitting)

Program will be held in Pavilion #1 at the Friendsville Community Park (next to the Friendsville Community Center Building).

This program is a part of Ruth Enlow Library's Student Discovery Series. Our volunteer presenters offer a wide variety of enrichment programs for K- 12 students and their families. Space is limited and registration is required

STEAM Kids programs are happening here at the Friendsville Library! Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 4:00-5:00pm, as we engage in exciting hands-on activities based on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math! This program is designed for ages 5 and up.

Occurring on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Friendsville branch, representatives from the Garrett County Department of Social Services will be in the library to serve the community through their assistance outreach program.

Customers can come see a DSS staff person at any of these locations to pick up paperwork, drop off paperwork, apply for services like SNAP, CASH Assistance and Medical Assistance, or just to ask questions about the programs and services offered by our agency. Staff can also provide referral to other community agencies if we do not have a program to address the person’s needs. ANYONE can access ANY of these locations. This schedule provides flexibility to our customers who may be working in communities away from their home, or who may be facing transportation challenges.

These locations also provide support to our customers by making DSS forms available to customers during the location’s open hours of business. Customers can look for the file box labeled “DSS FORMS” to pick up forms, information or a pre-paid envelope in which to return completed forms to our office for processing.

Please note: Please note: If Garrett County schools are canceled due to inclement weather, outreach activity is canceled for that day. For more information on the outreach program, please contact Garrett County DSS at 301-533-3000.

All Branches Closed - Columbus Day

Systemwide Staff Day 2024

10/14/2024