Ridgeview Valley Blog

Deep Creek Lake Happenings

It seems like this year is flying by, here it is already the 4th of July already.  This is my favorite time of the year, sunny, hot days & fireworks.  There is a lot going on this week.  Seems like the weekend is starting on Wednesday, July 1 with Tom Watt "The Buffet Man" at Wisp Resort.  Admission to this concert is free, just bring a blanket or chair and get into the summer spirit with the sounds of "Buffet".  Who doesn't love Jimmy Buffet?  Friday night is another great concert at Broadford Park before the fireworks featuring Brother Short.  Come early and stay late for the fireworks and live entertainment, starting at 5pm.  Friday night also kicks off 2 nights of bronco busting and bull riding at the Garrett County Fairgrounds with Dave Martin's Championship Rodeo.  Don't miss Accident's Homecoming on July 4th with the parade starting at 11am, then stay for a chicken dinner at the fire hall.  My aunt and uncle are cooking up the chicken so I know that it will be good!!  Stop by Annie's Kitchen then for some yummy desserts, I highly recommend the grilled chocolate sandwich, YUM!  Next stop by Ridgeview Valley for live entertainment by All Things Common, craft vendors and Lakeside Creamery ice cream.  Gee this sounds like the day of all eating!!  Then your off to Garrett Community College for the Independence Day Concert starting at 7:30 with the Garrett Community Concert Band and Garrett Choral Society concert, celebrating patriotism with pride.  Then finish the day off with the fantastic mountainside fireworks set off Wisp Mountain.  If you get a chance watch them by boat, it's mesmerizing.  Have a Happy & Safe 4th of July!

Ridgeview Valley Buzz

Ridgeview Valley has been a scurry of activity this week. 
The foundation on home site #105 is in the ground.

The foundation on home site #104 is looking good.  The guys didn't even stop and smile at me they were so busy.

And Verizon has men hard at work extending the phone line.

And now I have been told that we will be having a third home started this summer on home site #85.

Little Yough Summer Music Festival to Open on June 26

The Little Yough Music Festival series starts on Friday, June 26 at the Mountain Fresh Pavilion adjacent to the town parking lot in Oakland.   Below is the entire summer schedule:

June 26 - Zydeco-a-go-go, Pete Gumbo and his Zydeco crew specialize in the disctinctive music of zydeco, Cajun, Creole, New Orleans rock/rhythm and blues.

July 3 - Broadford Lake Park from 5-8 before the fireworks - Brother Short from Reedsville, WV.

July 10 - Kleen Kut, a new group to the series specialize in the sounds of reggae, Caribbean and steel drums.

July 17 - Dennis McClung Blues Band

July 24 - Nashville recording artist Joe Bonson and Coffee Run bring the sound of honky-tonk country to the stage.

July 31 - Eastman String Band playing alternative/bluegrass/Celtic

September 4 - The Remedy

New Owners in Ridgeview Valley

I would like to welcome our newest neighbors in Ridgeview Valley.  Peter & Patricia Bakunas are the new owners of Homesite #7 on Golden Meadow Lane.  Welcome to Ridgeview, Garrett County & Deep Creek Lake.  I hope you will be making lots of valuable memories with us.
 

Deep Creek Lake Activity

Well for those of you who have been visiting Deep Creek Lake for sometime, The Boardwalk Bar & Grille is back in business.  As one of the iconic happening places on the lake, many people have missed the fun for the past two years.  And now long awaited it opened yesterday.  Follow the link to The Boardwalk and see their tasty menu and hours of operation.  Don't forget it is just across the road from Ridgeview Valley, actually within walking distance.

Day Log House Completed in Ridgeview Valley

Bob Day's second home at Deep Creek Lake located in our beautiful Ridgeview Valley is now complete and Bob shared some photos with me that I am now sharing with you.

AWESOME HOUSE!!!!!!

New Activity at Ridgeview

We have another new home beginning in Ridgeview Valley on lot #105.  It is always so exciting to see the plans come to life. 

Also here is a lush green photo that Pete captured just after the grass was cut.  I think this is a pretty cool picture.

More Garrett County History

You all know just how much I love Garrett County history.  I love seeing old photos and talking about the good ol' days.  Well I happened upon a really great blog today loaded with old photos of Garrett County taken by Mr. Leo Beachy.  He was a well known photographer in the day.  So I wanted to share my new treasure with you, check out Ann' Photo Blog