Friendsville Newsletter

The Friendsville Planning Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a monthly Work Session with Dan Bowling of Mackin Engineers & Consultants to review and update the Town of Friendsville Zoning Ordinance.

When: Second Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Council Chambers, Friendsville Town Hall, 945 Community Drive, Friendsville, MD

These meetings are open to the public. Citizens and media are welcome to attend as observers. Participation is limited unless individuals are specifically invited to contribute as resource persons.

Please note that the October meeting will be held on Thursday, October 16th, instead of the usual second Tuesday of the month. Meetings will return to the regular schedule on the second Tuesday of the month beginning in November.

🌟 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!

• September 10, 2025 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• October 8, 2025 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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The Friendsville Town Hall will be operating on limited hours from Monday, September 22, 2025, through Monday, October 6, 2025.

If you need assistance or would like to arrange a time to come into Town Hall, please call 301-746-5919 and leave a message. Someone will return your call to schedule a convenient time.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this period.

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.

Our mission is to encourage and uplift businesses throughout the area.

Next meeting will be held on September 28, 2025 at The Root Cafe starting at 6:00 p.m.

Join us Friday, December 5th | 3–7 PM for a magical evening filled with holiday cheer!

The streets of Friendsville will come alive with twinkling lights, festive music, and the spirit of the season.

What to Expect:

• One-of-a-kind handmade gifts

• Delicious local food & drinks

• Cozy holiday atmosphere

• Fun for the whole family

Vendors Wanted!

We’re seeking talented makers, crafters, food vendors, and local businesses to help make this year’s market our best yet.

Questions or vendor sign-up: Email GFBAinfo@gmail.com or scan the QR code to apply!

Let’s celebrate the season together and support our amazing local community.

Master Gardener Minute Extended will provide information on several gardening topics the first Thursday every month from 11:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

To register click HERE.

261 Maple Street Friendsville, MD

Open Every Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Tours & family history Consults available

friendfamilyassociation.com

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 Wednesday 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 Wednesday 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 Wednesday 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!

🍎 Mobile Food Market: Catch us at the Friendsville Mobile Food Market at the Library on September 10, 2025 from 2pm to 4pm. We'll be there to connect with the community and provide information on our initiatives.

📅 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

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.

Calling all gardening enthusiasts! Join us as we learn about growing perennial food crops and easy small fruits for your garden.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Please contact the Friendsville Library to register or email Melissa Custer at melissa@relib.net for more information.

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.

If you enjoy cooking, trying new recipes, and eating with friends...then this is the bookclub 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!

Only non-alcoholic beverages, please.

The Garrett County Health Department will be hosting a mobile health insurance clinic on the first Thursday of each month from 1:30-4:30pm at the Friendsville Library. A representative will be available for in-person assistance to apply for health insurance through Maryland Health Connection.