🌱 Discover why New Germany State Park is finally getting statewide attention.

Hi Grantsville! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Discover why New Germany State Park is finally getting statewide attention.

Also on today's calendar: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: When is a car not a car? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Saturday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Sunday: Couple of thunderstorms, temps: high: 84, low: 67.
• Monday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• 12 Hidden Maryland Destinations That Are Finally Getting the Attention They Deserve (myfamilytravels.com) — New Germany State Park, just outside Grantsville in Savage River State Forest, is highlighted as one of Maryland’s top “hidden” destinations, with a quiet 13‑acre lake, year‑round trails, and winter cross‑country skiing. The piece also spotlights other lesser‑known parks, towns, and nature spots statewide, but emphasizes how this Garrett County getaway offers a distinctly Appalachian escape within easy reach of Grantsville residents.
   

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📸 Around Grantsville

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Grantsville

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday July 7

• Maryland Food Bank’s Mobile Market @ Grantsville Library →
  Grantsville Library, 102 Parkview Dr, Grantsville
  12:00 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday July 7

• Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  12:00 pm
• Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market/Grantsville Library
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  12:00 pm

Friday July 10

• Dino-Mite Story and Craft Hour
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  1:30 pm
• Puzzle Club
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  3:00 pm

Monday July 13

• Creative Writer’s Group →
  Grantsville Library, 102 Parkview Dr, Grantsville
  6:00 pm
• Creative Writer's Group
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  6:00 pm

Tuesday July 14

• Tin Can Lantern
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  1:30 pm

Saturday July 18

• Purcellville Wine and Food Festival →
  Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132
  2:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Saturday July 4

• Fourth of July Stage Wisp w/ Kelly Bell Band ... →
  Wisp Resort, 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry
  5:00 pm

Tuesday July 7

• Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market/Grantsville Library
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  12:00 pm
• Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program
  Grantsville Branch Library 102 Parkview Drive, Grantsville, MD, 21536, US
  12:00 pm

Thursday July 9

• Paint Your Pet with Angelina- McHenry, MD →
  The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille, 75 Visitors Center Dr, McHenry
  6:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Happy 4th of July!
  It's America’s 250th birthday! If you’re traveling through the Bay Bridge this weekend, make sure you check out the prominent 30-by-50-foot… (Nextdoor )
• Celebrate safely!
  As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, we want to remind everyone about safety hazards concerning fireworks, grilling, traveling, and swimming… (Nextdoor )

• Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Grantsville. Apply here.
• McDonald's posted a job opening for Copy - Crew Team Member 15 per hour! in Grantsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Grantsville here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Frostburg

• Fun Fact: This Maryland County Is Racing Into 4th of July Celebrations (mdcounties.org)
• The era of legalized unfairness begins, again (afro.com)

Cumberland

• The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland Select Next Fire Chief (wcbcradio.com)
• Cumberland Man Sentenced in Frederick County for Illegally Accessing Private Online Accounts (wfmd.com)
• Pizza Run Leads to Triple Red 7s Multiplier $77,777 Win for Cumberland Man (mdlottery.com)

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Ok Grantsville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: When it is turning into a driveway! (Thank you Dana J. for sending it in!)
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