Friendsville Newsletter
December 2025
Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market
🌟 Welcome to your one-stop-shop for free healthy foods and resources! 🌟
Enjoy a variety of boxed dry goods and a “pick your own” produce selection—offered while supplies last. 🥦🍎
Mark you Calendar
Maryland Food Bank's Mobile Market will be visiting Friendsville!
- December 10, 2025, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (CANCELLED)
- January 14, 2025, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (weather permitting)
Public Notice - Petition for Office by 12:00 noon on Monday, January 12, 2026
Any resident of the Town of Friendsville who is registered with either the Garrett County Board of Elections or the Town of Friendsville Election Board, is at least twenty-one (21) years of age by the date of the election, and has lived within the corporate limits of the Town for at least six (6) months prior to the election, is eligible to file a Petition for Office for the position of Mayor or one of the three Town Council Member seats in the municipal election scheduled for February 10, 2026. They must submit a Petition for Office with the Clerk/Treasurer by 12:00 noon on Monday, January 12, 2026.
The following members of the current Town Government are eligible to seek reelection: Mayor Spencer R. Schlosnagle and Council Members Pamela S. Humberson, Edward B. Kelley, and Michael E. Artice. Their current two-year terms will expire on the first Monday of March 2026.
Municipal Election ~ February 10, 2026
As per the provision outlined in the Charter of the Town of Friendsville Section 5-103. The election of the Mayor and three (3) members of the Town Council, whose terms shall expire on the first Monday in March will be held on Tuesday, February, 10, 2026. The Mayor and Town Council play crucial roles in decision-making, policy implementation, and representing the interests of our community. As we move forward, it is essential to have dedicated individuals committed to serving Friendsville with integrity and vision.
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Secure, Locked Drop Box Available
This 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.
2025-2026 School Calendar
Garrett County Public Schools
Building Strong Partnerships: Fostering Education and Collaboration Among Garrett County Schools, Families, and Communities.
Friendsville Elementary School
We invite you to explore the school website, where you can access a wealth of information and resources designed to keep you informed about your child's education and our school community.
Upcoming BINGO Event!
Don't forget to mark your calendar and bring a friend along! Our upcoming Bingo event is scheduled for January 3, 2026. Doors open at 5:00pm sharp! Get in early to catch the Early Bird games starting at 6:15pm, followed by the regular games at 6:30pm. Admission pack is $25.00, and if you want an extra pack, it's just $10.00. Don't miss out on the Early Bird special for just $3.00!
The Friendsville Days Committee is sending merry wishes your way as we celebrate this magical time of year! May your holidays be filled with joy, warmth, and all the small-town cheer that makes Friendsville such a wonderful place to call home.
We’re also excited to share that our vendor and parade appreciation notes will be heading out in January. We can’t wait to properly thank all those who helped make Friendsville Days shine so bright this year!
Wishing you a season full of sparkle, laughter, and community spirit.
Happy Holidays, Friendsville!
— Friendsville Days Committee
GC Dept. of Social Services Assistance Program ~ 12/10/2025 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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.
Holiday Open House ~ December 11, 2025 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us at the Friendsville Library for a Nutcracker-themed Holiday Open House celebration on Thursday, December 11th, from 1:30-5:00 pm! We'll be celebrating the magic of the season with light refreshments; Holiday music; crafts for the kiddos; and a fun door prize drawing, so don't miss this one!
Mah Jongg 12/16; 12/23; 12/30; 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Please join us to play Mah Jongg at the Friendsville Library on Tuesdays from 1:30-4:00pm. Meet new friends and exercise your brain! If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you!
For more information, please contact the Friendsville Library at 301-746-5663 or email Melissa at melissa@relib.net.
LEGO Club 01/12/2026 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Calling all LEGO lovers! Join the LEGO Club at the Friendsville Library! We meet on the second Monday of each month from 4:30-5:30 pm. Join us for some LEGO building fun based on an exciting challenge or theme each month. You can also free-build using your own creative ideas!
LEGO and Duplo blocks will be provided. LEGO Club is designed for children ages 4 and up.
No registration required
Garrett County Board of County Commissioners
The Friendsville Veterans Memorial Committee extends warm wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Attached are seven images offering a preview of what the memorial will look like in the near future. We are still working to raise the remaining funds needed to complete this important project.
