Garrett County Community Works Supports Local Nonprofits
In the spirit of the season, volunteers from Community Works came together in three different projects to support other non-profit organizations and the services they each provide to Garrett County residents. Supporting the Dove Center To kick-off the Christmas...
First-Ever Super Dunk at the 2026 Deep Creek Dunk
The Maryland State Police/Natural Resources Police will host the 27th Deep Creek Dunk on Saturday, February 21st, 2026, at Deep Creek Lake in Western Maryland, benefiting Special Olympics Maryland – Garrett County. This year will be a monumental year with the debut of...
Fall in Love with Winter Fest 2026!
The beloved Oakland Winter Fest will land on Valentine’s Day in 2026! Bundle up and join the Oakland Arts & Entertainment District on Saturday, February 14th, from 11 am to 4 pm for the annual celebration, filled with fun for the whole family! This year’s theme...
A Zine: January 2026
A zine (pronounced “zeen”) is a small, self-published booklet or magazine, short for “fanzine,” featuring original or appropriated text and images, typically copied cheaply for a small, non-commercial audience. Zines cover diverse topics from personal stories...
Wisp Resort Turns 70: A Platinum Winter Celebration at Maryland’s Only Ski Resort
For 70 winters, Wisp Resort has been part of the Deep Creek Lake story. In the early 1950s, original owner Helmuth Heise and his wife Evelyn operated a small roadside motel and cabins along Route 219, now known as Will O’ the Wisp. One cold February, when the...
January 2026: A “Skip” Around Town
2026? How did that happen? Sounds like a date from a science fiction movie. Yet, here we are. After a whirlwind December, I am personally looking forward to some downtime. While many are excited about the opportunities for outdoor adventure this month, I am ready for...
Highlands Fat Bike Series
The Highlands Fat Bike Series is what happens when you mix snow, singletrack, and a cycling-obsessed community that refuses to let winter be an “off-season.” It’s part race, part reunion, and part excuse to play outside when the thermometer says otherwise. Riders show...
January 2026 Issue
Dear Friends, January always feels like the real start of winter in the mountains. Lately, I’ve been thinking about an old memory, and I’m not even sure if it’s completely accurate. I swear there was a time when you could grab a McDonald’s value meal and somehow get a...
Western Maryland Classic High School Basketball Tournament
When the Western Maryland Classic returns to Garrett College January 29–31, 2026, it will feel like the center of the high school basketball universe has settled in Western Maryland. The Classic continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the most respected prep...
DCL100 Highlights
2025 has been a landmark year for Deep Creek Lake, as the community has come together to celebrate the lake’s 100th birthday in grand style. The centennial festivities kicked off in January with a launch party at the historic restaurant Dutch’s at Silver Tree attended...
The Quiet Stewards of an Oakland Christmas Tradition
Each winter, families enjoy Oakland’s glowing Christmas light display with heaters running and kids singing their favorite songs from the backseat. What most don’t see is the effort behind the sparkle or the people who make it happen year after year. Quietly and...
Christmas Flourish: Songs of the Season!
The Garrett Choral Society will present our annual holiday concert, Christmas Flourish: Songs for the Season, on Sunday, December 21, at 3:00 PM in the Daniel Offutt III Theatre at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. Under the direction of Debi and Sean...
Archie’s Barbeque: Under New Ownership After 18 Years
For 18 years, Archie’s Barbeque has been woven into the rhythm of life at Deep Creek Lake. More than a restaurant, it’s a comfort stop, a gathering place, and a go-to for good food and drink. Guests come for the slow-cooked classics like brisket, pulled pork, chicken,...
DCL100 Keepsakes Still Available!
There is DCL 100 merchandise still available from a few of the planning committee members as well as other local businesses. These items can be picked up locally: Bear Creek Traders: DCL 100 and Deep Creek Lake t-shirts and sweatshirts while supplies last! Visit Bear...
Where Holiday Magic Finds Its Home
There is a moment each year when Oakland seems to glow from the inside out, when storefronts sparkle, familiar faces return, and the cold mountain air feels just a little warmer. The holidays have always suited our small town, and this year’s celebrations promise all...
A Winter’s Journey: Sounds of the Season
The Garrett Community Concert Band will present its holiday concert, A Winter’s Journey: Sounds of the Season, on Sunday, December 7, at 3:00 PM in the Daniel Offutt III Theatre at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. The band, under the direction of Dr....
47th Annual House of Hope Food Drive
For over four decades, the House of Hope has been serving unmet and emergency needs for those in our community including operating two food pantries in the area. On Saturday, December 6, supporters of the organization will join together for the 47th annual Cash Drive...
December 2025 Issue
Dear Friends, December always feels a little different in that traditions force me into a slower rhythm, even if just for a few moments. I always look forward to Christmas lights! This month, we are honoring husband and wife, Paul and Tracy Browning, for their decades...
The Quiet Language of Creation
There are artists who paint with brushes, and there are artists who paint with moments Magazine mailed with paper, light, and texture. April Hebden belongs to both. Her work lives somewhere between design and daydream, shaped by curiosity, discipline, and a love for...
November Shopping Guide
A MOUNTAIN FIX Online https://amountainfix.com/ Your favorite Deep Creek gift shop is online and at local events. BAKER’S HOME & GARDEN CENTER 570 Berlin Plank Road, Somerset, PA (Located 1 mile from Route 219) 814-445-7028 • bakershgc.com Open Mon - Sat: 9 AM - 5...
Shop Local, Shop Small This Season
This season, make every purchase count by choosing to Shop Small, Shop Local! Our advertisers are offering great deals and local services to help you enjoy winter while supporting the community. Shopping local keeps our hometown strong, fuels small business success,...
WGW Youth Charities: Practical Support for Local Kids
Thirteen years ago, a golf tournament started by local real estate agent William G. Wiessgerber sparked a simple idea. Bring people together. Raise money. Help local kids. That effort has grown into WGW Youth Charities, a year-round non-profit that supports any and...
November: A “Skip” Around Town
October is always one of the busiest and most beautiful months of the year here on the mountaintop. Even though the colors of our leaves have been muted because of our dry summer, they can still take your breath away. I love driving down some of our country roads,...
Mike Tumbarello
If you’ve seen a local initiative or idea go from “someone should…” to “we did,” you’ve probably seen our Unsung Hero’s fingerprints on it. Mike Tumbarello fell in love with Deep Creek Lake and came to Garrett County with the kind of background you’d expect to stay in...