Friendsville Newsletter
Help Shape the Future of Recreation in Friendsville!
The Town of Friendsville wants to hear from you! Your feedback will help guide future parks, recreation, and outdoor opportunities in our community.
Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey and share your ideas. Every response makes a difference!
Take the survey here: garrettcountymd.gov/FriendsvilleRec
Hard copy surveys are also available at Friendsville Town Hall for anyone who prefers to complete a paper version. Thank you for helping shape the future of our community!
🌿 YARD WASTE REMINDER 🌿
Residents are reminded that dumping brush, grass clippings, or other yard waste is NOT permitted at the Community Park burn pile area.
Please do not leave yard waste at the burn pile unless specifically authorized. Help us keep our Community Park clean, safe, and well-maintained for everyone.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep our community beautiful! 🌳— Town of Friendsville
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!
- September 9, 206 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Volunteers Needed! 🛒❤️
We're looking for caring volunteers to help our senior community members during the Mobile Market. Volunteers will assist with shopping, carrying groceries, and making the experience easier and more enjoyable for those who may need a helping hand. Even an hour of your time can make a meaningful difference. If you're interested in lending a hand and supporting our neighbors, we'd love to have you join us! Together, we can help ensure everyone has access to fresh food and a friendly face.
🚧 Playground Temporarily Closed for Repairs 🚧
Please be advised that the playground equipment is temporarily closed while repairs are being completed.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the playground is safe and ready for everyone to enjoy.
We’ll provide an update when the playground is reopened. Thank you for your understanding! 💙
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Friendsville Days 2026!
Celebrating a Patriotic Small Town with a Big Heart
Join us August 14–16, 2026, as Friendsville comes together for two unforgettable days of community, tradition, and patriotic pride!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
- 🇺🇸 Patriotic Parade
- 🎶 Live Entertainment
- 🛍️ Local Vendors & Craft Booths
- 🍔 Delicious Food Vendors
- 🎯 Family-Friendly Activities
- 🚒 Community Organizations & Exhibits
Featured Events:
- 🔥 Friday Night: Be amazed by an exciting Fire Dancer Performance by Black Magic Circus that will light up the evening!
- 🎆 Saturday Night: End the festival with our spectacular Fireworks Display, a Friendsville Days tradition you won't want to miss!
- ⛪ Sunday at 10:30 a.m.: Join us for a Community Church Service, bringing our weekend of celebration to a meaningful close as we gather together in faith and fellowship. Everyone is welcome!
As we celebrate America 250, we invite you to honor our nation's history while enjoying the charm, hospitality, and community spirit that make Friendsville such a special place.
📍 Location: Friendsville Town Park
📅 Festival Dates: August 14–16, 2026
⛪ Community Church Service: Sunday, August 16, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. At the town park.
Admission is FREE!
Whether you're a lifelong resident or visiting for the first time, there's something for everyone. Come celebrate a patriotic small town with a big heart, make lasting memories, and enjoy everything Friendsville Days has to offer.
Be sure to check out the full schedule of events included in this newsletter so you don't miss a moment of the excitement!
We can't wait to celebrate with you at Friendsville Days 2026!
2026-2027 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.
FVFRD Concession Stand
The concession stand will be open
- August 14 & 15, 2026
- September 19, 2026
The Grand Opening of our new Friendsville Library has been delayed and will now occur on Friday, October 9th, 2:00 - 5:00 pm!
We hope you'll join us that day for a ribbon cutting ceremony, followed by tours, refreshments, and activities for the whole family.
GC Dept. of Social Services Assistance Program ~ 08/12/2026 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.
Mah-Jongg ~ 08/18; 08/25; 09/01 & 09/08/2026
Play Mah-Jongg at the Friendsville Library on Tuesdays from 1:30-4:00 pm. Meet new friends and exercise your brain! If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you!
If you will be joining us to play for the first time, please contact the Friendsville Library at 301-746-5663 or email Melissa at melissa@relib.net for more information.
Culinary Connections Cookbook CLub ~09/02/2026 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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.
Disclaimer(s)
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
