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Garrett County Chamber Of Commerce Upcoming Events

 

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September 29 - October 5, 2025

2025 Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception & Dinner

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce invites you to the Kick-Off Reception & Dinner for the 58th Annual Autumn Glory Festival at the McHenry Lodge at Wisp Resort on Wednesday, October 8, 2025presented by Garrett Regional Medical Center, a proud partner of WVU Medicine.

 

6:00 PM - Cocktail Hour (Hosted Beer & Wine)

7:00 PM - Dinner

8:00 PM - Program

9:00 PM - Dancing

 

Enjoy the Cocktail Hour, sponsored by Budget Charters, Inc., Clear Mountain Bank, and Silver Tree Marine, where you’ll meet this year’s Autumn Glory King, Shane Sisler, and Queen, Ava Witt. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on a one-of-a-kind canvas featuring the official Autumn Glory Photo, sponsored by David Jochynek State Farm and M&T Bank.

 

We’ll also celebrate the winner of the 2025 Golden Ambassador Award, sponsored by The Garrett County Republican and Morin Aviation, while enjoying fall-inspired décor and centerpieces provided by Middletown Valley Bank and Mlend.

 

Following dinner and the evening program, the celebration continues with live entertainment and dancing courtesy of Usource, LLC.

 

Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable evening kicking off Garrett County’s most cherished tradition.

 

Kick-Off Reception & Dinner Bronze Sponsor...

 

• Deep Creek Spa & Billiards

 

Dinner Menu

  • Hors d'oeuvres: Shrimp, Veggie Tray & Dip, and Spinach Dip
  • Greens: Garden Salad and Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad
  • Entrées: Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast w/Creamy Garlic Sauce & Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin Carving Station
  • Sides: Mashed Potatoes & Gravy and Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
  • Desserts: Pumpkin Cheesecake & Carrot Cake 

 

Early Bird Discount (discount deadline September 24, 2025)

$115 single / $230 couple / $920 corporate table of 8

 

Pricing from September 25 - September 30, 2025

$130 single / $260 couple / $1,040 corporate table of 8

 

SPONSORS contact Nick Sharps at nick@garrettchamber.com or call (301) 387-5237 to make reservations with complimentary tickets. 

 

To Register, click here.

Contact Information

Holly Lane: 301-387-6171 or holly@garrettchamber.com

Ribbon Cutting - Bougie Bottoms Boutique

We’re excited to welcome Bougie Bottoms Boutique to its brand-new location at 114 S. Second Street in Oakland! Owner Quinn Thomas has turned Bougie Bottoms into a true success story, growing from a small shop into a boutique with expanded floor space and a loyal following near and far. The boutique offers women’s, men’s, and kids’ fashion — plus accessories, gifts, and home items — all curated with style, comfort, and inclusivity in mind. From unique finds you can’t get anywhere else to exciting social media “drops” that reach customers worldwide, Bougie Bottoms continues to bring something special to Garrett County. Stop in and see why everyone’s talking about this one-of-a-kind shop!

Autumn Glory Buntings Available

It's that time of year again to start planning for Autumn Glory. Autumn Glory Buntings are for sale at the Chamber at a cost of $100 and include the center gold Autumn Glory Banner and two red, white, and blue buntings. If you are interested in purchasing a bunting, please stop by the Chamber Office during regular business hours, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Holly Lane at holly@garrettchamber.com or by phone 301.387.6171.

Ribbon Cutting - Harvest House

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Garrett County Department of Business Development, was proud to host a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 26, to celebrate the grand opening of Harvest House Farm, Bistro & Bar in Friendsville. Owners Darryl Glotfelty and Haeli Gustafson were presented with a First Dollar of Profit Certificate as local leaders, including Delegate Jim Hinebaugh, Commissioners Paul Edwards and Larry Tichnell, and Chamber President Nick Sharps, joined Chamber Diplomats to welcome this exciting new business to the community.

 

Harvest House is more than a restaurant — it’s a vibrant farm café and social hub that blends locally sourced, farm-fresh dining with craft cocktails, rotating beer selections, wine, and even an on-site microgreen growing operation. Guests can enjoy creative dishes like super salads, tacos, paninis, and more, along with weekend brunch and specialty coffee drinks. Located at 2132 Friendsville Road, Harvest House is open Thursday through Saturday evenings with weekend brunch service. Stop by and experience this fresh new addition to Garrett County’s culinary scene!

Buckwheat Festival Farmer's Day Parade

This past Saturday, King Shane Sisler & Queen Ava Witt participated in the Buckwheat Festival Farmer’s Day Parade! Our generous 2025 Autumn Glory Royalty sponsors are Advanced HVAC & Plumbing; Byco Enterprises, Inc.; Healy Insurance Group, Inc.; LakeFront Lodge; Railey Realty; and WEPCO Federal Credit Union. Team One GMC is the title sponsor of the 58th Annual Autumn Glory Festival. Special thanks to Team One GMC for providing King Shane and Queen Ava with a vehicle and Matt Groves for driving them through the Parade. Meet the Autumn Glory Royalty at the Autumn Glory Kick-Off Reception & Dinner next Wednesday, October 8!

Date Changes for the 2025 Autumn Glory Craft & Gift Sale!

The 2025 Autumn Glory Craft & Gift Sale will be here before you know it so, please note the new dates and times. The show is now Friday, October 10th from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm and Saturday, October 11th from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Vendors will be in the Ag Heritage Hall and, this year, the show has expanded to include additional vendors in the 4-H building behind the Ag Heritage Hall. Keep an eye out for even more exciting additions as well! Refreshments will be on sale by the North Glade 4-H Club for attendees and there is no price for admission to the event. This event is sponsored by BILT Construction and The KW Collective!

LUNCH N LEARN: Create With Confindence: Canva 101

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce invites you to enjoy a light lunch while you learn about Canva with Stephanie Walsh, Executive Assistant & Marketing Coordinator at Mountain Laurel Medical Center on October 21, 2025 at 12:00pm at the Visitors Center!  

 

Topics covered in this Canva Lunch & Learn will include navigating the Canva dashboard, choosing a template, Canva tools & features, setting up your brand kit, tips & tricks, and how to share and download your design!

 

Stephanie Walsh graduated from Virginia Tech in 2017 with a degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management. In 2018, she moved to Garrett County with her husband Brendan and their dog Janie. Stephanie is the Executive Assistant and Marketing Coordinator at Mountain Laurel Medical Center and is responsible for managing all of Mountain Laurel's digital and print advertising, including social media, newspaper, radio, billboard, website, and more. Stephanie creates a majority of Mountain Laurel's marketing materials through the Canva platform and is excited to teach others how to best utilize it for their business and personal needs.

 

Admission includes lunch and presentation

$15 for members

$20 for non-members

(attendance is limited so please register in advance)

Contact information: holly@garrettchamber.com

 

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact

Nick Sharps, nick@garrettchamber.com.

Apply to Host a Business After Hours in 2026!

Are you interested in hosting a Business After Hours in 2026? Any member business that wishes to be considered can download the host application form HERE. The Chamber reimburses 50% of all ticket sales to the host! The form must be completed and returned to the Chamber by COB November 14, 2025. You can mail the completed form to Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, 15 Visitors Center Drive, McHenry MD, 21541. You can also scan the form and email it to holly@garrettchamber.com or fax it to 301-334-8073. 

 

Member News

 

2025 GRMC Diamond Gala to Benefit Aspiring Nurse Program

 

First United Names John Hetrick as Community Office Manager for

Lake Office

 

Annual Trunk or Treat at Garrett County Fairgrounds

 

3rd Street Diner to be Featured on America's Best Restaurants Roadshow

 

GRMC Among 529 Hospitals Nationwide to Achieve Top Rating for

Nurse Communication

 

Chamber members may submit company announcements (awards, new hires, promotions, events) for inclusion in the Member News. For instruction on submitting Member News, contact: nick@garrettchamber.com or call (301) 387-5237.

New Members

 

Deep Creek Pretzel Company LLC

 

Arcadian Gallery & Wine Bar

 

Flipside Sounds

 

Watch this space for new members! Consider reaching out to welcome them to

the Chamber.

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What's Happening In Garrett County

 

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May 5 - May 11, 2025

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May Business After Hours 2025 - Market on 42

The Chamber is pleased to announce that the Market on 42 will be hosting our May Business After Hours on Thursday, May 8th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. 

 

The Market on 42 is an outdoor market that houses locally owned shops. These shops include Railey Design, Secondhand Citizen, Appalachian Print Studio, Wild Ember Bakery and OMG Relax

 

Enjoy delicious food and drinks as you mingle with fellow Chamber members and Chamber staff at our monthly networking events. Don't forget your business card to enter to win prizes. 

 

$10.00 in advance for members

$15.00 for members at the door and non-members

To register, click here.

Business Before Hours - Legislative Wrap-Up 2025

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce has scheduled its next Business Before Hours for Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Perfroming Arts Center at Garrett College. The Chamber will welcome back Senator Mike McKay and Delegate Jim Hinebaugh for an informational presentation on the 447th session of the Maryland General Assembly, convened in Annapolis, Maryland January 8 through April 7, 2025. Attendees will hear directly from our elected officials on which bills passed, which did not, how these legislative decisions will impact the county, region, and state, and what the upcoming election cycle holds for future policy issues.  

 

$25 for members

$30 for non-members

To register, click here

 

The event is sponsored by Byco Enterprises, Inc and Garrett Regional Medical Center, a proud partner of WVU Medicine. 

 

 

MidAtlantic Resiliency Link Open Houses

The MidAtlantic Resiliency Link, a 500-KV transmission line project being developed by NextEra Energy through portions of Allegany and Garrett Counties will be hosting project Open Houses per the schedule below. The Open House information will be advertised in local papers, and residents located within a certain distance of the draft routes for the proposed transmission line will receive an invitation in the mail. It is important to note that the final route has not yet been determined. There is also more information available on the project website here.

 

May 6 from 3pm-7pm

Friendsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue

122 Walnut Street, Friendsville, MD 21531

 

May 7 from 3pm-7pm

Good Will Fire Company Armory

2 Advocate Court, Lonaconing, MD 21539  

Annual Membership Meeting & Dinner 2025 - June 4th

Get ready to dust off your boots and kick up your heels — the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite you to the Trailblazers Ball! Join us for an evening dedicated to the celebration of the trailblazers in our community. Enjoy a hearty dinner and toe-tappin' tunes while you network with fellow professionals. Country western dress encouraged but not required.

 

New Chamber Board Members and officers will be announced and we'll tip our hats to the recipients of the Diplomat of the Year Award, Emerging Entrepreneur Award, Peggy Jamison Heritage Preservation Award, and Heise Entrepreneurial Spirit Award. 

 

Giddy-up to the Trailblazers Ball — where the West meets the Best of Garrett County! 

 

Trail Bites

Vegetable & Dip Tray, BBQ Meatballs, and Bacon Wrapped Poppers

 

Supper

Tex-Mex Salad, Peppercorn Crusted Flat Iron Steak, BBQ Chicken, Twice Baked Potatoes, Country Green Beans, Corn Bread

 

Chuckwagon Treats

Cake 'n Berry Cobbler, Campfire Cinnamon Twists, Campfire Peach Cobbler, Pot 'o Smores 

 

Date/Time

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Reception (Cash Bar) - 6:00 pm

Dinner - 7:00 pm

Program & Awards Ceremony - 7:45 pm 

 

Fees/Admission

There is assigned seating at this event so please reach out to Holly Lane at holly@garrettchamber.com or call (301) 387-6171 if you have seating preferences. 

 

Early Bird (discount available until May 21)

Tickets cost - $85

Corporate Table (Seating for 8) - $680

 

Regular Pricing (after May 21)

Ticket Cost - $90

Corporate Table (Seating for 8) - $720

 

The deadline for registration is COB Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

To Register, click here

 

SPONSORS, please contact Nick Sharps at nick@garrettchamber.com or (301) 387-8745 to register with your complimentary tickets. 

 

Location

McHenry Lodge at Wisp Resort

296 Marsh Hill Road

McHenry, MD 21541

 

Sponsored by:

Celebrating the 2025 Work Ethic Diploma Recipients!

We’re proud to share the success of our inaugural Work Ethic Diploma Reception, a milestone event celebrating the dedication of local students who have demonstrated the soft skills and strong work ethic needed to thrive in today’s workforce. Created in partnership between Garrett County Public Schools and the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, this program was designed with input from educators, business leaders, and post-secondary institutions to promote key workforce readiness traits—like discipline, teamwork, attendance, community service, and more. Students who earned the diploma met rigorous criteria and even had the option to voluntarily participate in a drug-free screening—an effort supported by the Garrett County Health Department, helping to promote healthy, job-ready lifestyles.

 

A heartfelt thank you for the support of:

 

  • Garrett County Department of Business Development for sponsoring the event
  • Garrett County Public Schools
  • Garrett County Fair Board for allowing us to host the event at the Ag Heritage Hall

 

And to the amazing businesses who attended the reception to celebrate these workforce-ready students:

 

  • Ruth Enlow Library
  • First United Bank & Trust
  • Beitzel Corporation & Pillar Innovations
  • Garrett College

 

Without these organizations and businesses this program and the reception would not be possible. Together, we are building a stronger, more prepared workforce for Garrett County!

Navagating Federal & State Taxes: A Practical Guide for Businesses Webinar

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, May 28th, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM for an essential webinar designed to help your business navigate the complexities of both federal IRS and Maryland state tax compliance. The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present "Navigating IRS & Maryland Tax Compliance," led by Tax Attorneys Candice Miller and Audre Sylvester of Azarvand Tax Law. This informative session is specifically tailored for business owners and their bookkeepers and/or accountants. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to gain clarity on both federal and Maryland state tax matters and ensure your business remains compliant on both fronts. For more information and to register click here. 

Fire on the Mountain Sponsorships

Summer is quickly approaching which means it's nearly time for the Chamber’s July 4th Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display at Wisp Resort. As you know, the July 4th fireworks are a popular event for residents and visitors to the area. We’d like to thank those who donated towards the display last year; your donations help us provide such a spectacular show! For this year's display, we are looking for a Title Sponsor for $8,000 and we need to raise additional funds to help cover the show cost. Any donation is appreciated; however, special recognition is available to businesses or individuals who contribute $375 or more. View our sponsorship opportunities and please contact Sarah Duck at sarah@garrettchamber.com or 301.616.1129 to sponsor. The fireworks display will be provided by Epic Pyrotechnics.

Autumn Glory Brochure Advertising Now Available

Do you host an Autumn Glory event? Promote it in the official 58th Annual Autumn Glory Festival Brochure! This year’s Autumn Glory Festival, sponsored by Team One GMC, will be held WednesdayOctober 8 - Sunday, October 12, 2025. 8,000 Autumn Glory brochures will be printed and made available in racks around Garrett County, at the Visitors Center in McHenry, at the Youghiogheny Overlook Welcome Center along Interstate 68, at Chamber member businesses, distribution centers, via visitor request and more. Along with the ability to advertise your Autumn Glory event with a listing in our brochure, you can also purchase display advertising in the brochure. To purchase a listing or a display ad in the brochure, please complete the Autumn Glory Brochure Listing Form and return it, with payment, by Thursday, May 29, 2025. Completed forms can be emailed to sarah@garrettchamber.com, faxed to 301.334.8073 or mailed to Garrett County Chamber of Commerce 15 Visitors Center Drive McHenry, MD 21541. Please email sarah@garrettchamber.com with any questions.

Help Address Your Workforce Issues with the Updated Work Ethic Diploma Program!

After 5 successful years we feel it is time to make some changes to the Work Ethic Diploma (WED) Program to keep the it relevant and take it to the next level. The concept of the program was originally put forward to the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce by employers who felt students were not learning the soft skills necessary to become productive members of the workforce.

 

With the input of area educators, business leaders, and post-secondary representatives, we developed standards to evaluate the work ethic of our students. These standards are not being changed. Based on feedback from employers participating in the program and discussions with our stakeholders we have decided to replace the hourly pay incentive with a more tangible sign-on bonus to be rewarded after a qualifying length of employment. Another exciting change we are implementing is a Worth Ethic Diploma Reception that will recognize and celebrate students receiving the honor and our business partners participating in the program. This will be a great opportunity for you to network and recruit prospects. More details on this event will follow.

 

Whether you are a current WED partner or looking to join the program, we ask that you please review and sign the new form and return it to holly@garrettchamber.com or 15 Visitors Center Drive, McHenry, MD 21541. You can also click here for the criteria and business commitment form updated with changes highlighted for your convenience. We appreciate your participation and look forward to working with you to grow and enhance the Work Ethic Diploma Program to better meet Garrett County’s workforce challenges.

Office Depot - May 2025 Monthly Specials

Your exclusive specials are here! Enjoy discounts of up to 56% off envelopes, binder clips, labels, flags, and more. Take advantage of these monthly specials when you shop online for office, school, and home essentials at ODP Business Solutions. Click here to view the May 2025 Monthly Specials. Click here for more information on the program and to register.

 

Member News

 

The Unseen Foundation: Why Data Goverance Can Make or Break a Small Business

 

Garrett County Landowners Urged to Proceed with Caution

 

Garrett County Honored at 2025 Maryland Economic Development

Association Conference

 

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April 30 - May 6, 2025

Spring Chairs
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April 29 - May 8 | 11:15 am - 2:30 pm 

Mother's Day Special at The Root Cafe

321 Chestnut Street, Friendsville, MD.

The Root Cafe is offering a special package for Mother's Day that can be pre-ordered from April 25, 2024 - May 8, 2024.

What's Included in the Package: $29.50

- Bouquet of flowers 

- Iced or Hot Latte 12oz (your choice of 1 flavor) 

- Your choice of cupcake: Lemon Filled or Chocolate/Peanut Butter 

Pre-order NOW by coming in person and requesting or calling 301-746-5111

Deadline to pre-order: May 8th

May 1 | 11:15 am - 2:30 pm 

Garrett County Affordable Housing Forum

Performing Arts Center at Garrett College, McHenry, MD.

Community members are invited to attend the upcoming Affordable Housing Forum on Thursday, May 1, from 11:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center at Garrett College. The event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 25. Complimentary lunch will be provided to all registered attendees.

 

Hosted by the Garrett County Board of REALTORS®, this forum will spotlight local initiatives aimed at improving access to affordable homeownership and rental opportunities in Garrett County. Through a series of engaging discussion panels, participants will gain insight into critical housing resources and support services.

 

Key topics include:

  • The Grantsville Attainable Housing Project
  • The journey from renting to homeownership
  • Down payment and closing cost assistance grants

“This is a unique opportunity for residents to connect with housing professionals, learn about available support, and be part of a larger conversation about shaping the future of housing in our community,” said Kelli Hallenbeck, GCBR’s Affordable Housing Committee Chair.

 

Event Details:

Affordable Housing Forum

Thursday, May 1, 2025

11:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Check in opens at 11:15 a.m.; buffet lines open at 11:30 a.m.; and forum panels start at 12:15 p.m..

Multipurpose Room, Performing Arts Center at Garrett College

Free admission | Lunch provided

Registration deadline: Friday, April 25 at 12:00 p.m.

Have questions? Contact Amy Lowdermilk, GCBR Executive Officer at 301-334-8405.

 

Can’t make it in-person? Skip registration and watch the Facebook LIVE stream on the Garrett County Board of REALTORS page.

May 1 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 

Team Trivia  

Mountain State Brewing Company, 6690 Sang Run Rd, McHenry, MD.

Team Trivia every Thursday, free to play! Contact information: 301-387-3360. 

May 3 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Spring Farmers Markets by Mountain Fresh Producers Association

Mountain Fresh Pavilion, S 1st St., Oakland, MD.

Join us for our spring farmers markets!  Our vendors will have fresh produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, jams & jellies, crafts, and personal care items. Want to get updates and product availability lists for the market? Sign up for our weekly email list at mountainfresh.org.

May 3 | 2:30 pm - 9:00 pm 

Season Opener Clay Shoot at Shamrock Sporting Clays and Whiskey & Cigar Bar

Shamrock Whiskey & Cigar Bar, 624 Humbert School Rd, Rockwood, PA.

Get ready to kick off the season with a bang! Join us for the Season Opener Clay Shoot at Shamrock Sporting Clays on Saturday, May 3rd in Rockwood! Don't miss this fun-filled day of clays, great food, music, and Derby vibes! 

Registration: 2:30 PM ($150 includes cart, eye & ear protection, and steak dinner)

Shotgun Start: 3:15 PM

Cocktail Hour: 5:30 PM (Derby-themed hors d'oeuvres & complimentary Mint Julep)

Steak Dinner: 6:30 PM (includes salad & dessert)

Dinner-only option is available for $75

Live Music: Cole Douglas 6–9 PM

Kentucky Derby: Live on TV at 7:00 PM!

 

**Out-of-County Regional Event**

May 4 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

Team Bingo

Mountain State Brewing Company, 6690 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD.

Team Bingo every Sunday at 1pm!

Contact information: 301-387-3360. 

April 28 - June 9 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

Spring Icon Class

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Parish, Parish Center Hall, 208 S. Fourth Street, Oakland, MD.

Jesus of Sinai

Class Term: April 28 - June 9, 2025, no class on Memorial Day.

Mondays Only from 5-8 p.m.

 

Class size is limited to 12. 

 

$125 fee includes all materials and a finished Icon.

Registration and (non-refundable) deposit of $50 

is required to secure a seat before April 12.

 

To learn more and to register, visit https://www.garrettstpeter.com/Icon

What’s Up Deep Creek for May 2023

Taylor-Made Deep Creek Sales

What’s Up at Deep Creek? Glad you asked! Here’s the scoop on area happenings for May 2023.

One. Last. Chance. at Sipside Lounge

May 3, 5-9PM
Hosted by Barb and Pat Franc, this fundraiser benefits the Garrett Regional Medical Center Foundation. Open to the public, is supports the GMRC’s Behavioral Health Center. There will be a cash bar, drink specials, and live music.

Fletcher’s Spring Fling
May 5, 6:30PM
Join us for a Fun Filled Celebration of Fletcher’s Miracle Journey! Fletcher’s Spring Fling is a fundraising event to benefit Fletcher Layne Fazenbaker’s family. She was born with a rare congenital brain tumor and received treatment at St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Her family is experiencing financial burdens due to the time away from home, work and their business. There will be live music by the Remedy, food by Goehringer’s Catering, bouquet bar by Jeffries Farm, The Travel Mug Coffee Trailer, games, prizes & more!

The Meadow Spring Kick Off Event 2023
May 6, 8AM-4PM
Halian Landscapes and Mosser Meadow Nurseries invite you to their 2nd annual spring kick off. There will be plants, artisans, food, and fun!
-ABPH Art
-Bearded Bee
-Fernwood Soap
-Mountain Magic Candle Company
-Pleasant Valley Woodcrafts
-Spruce Knob Maple
*FOOD: Coffee Bar, Wildom Farm and Sweitzer’s BBQ
*LIVE MUSIC: by Terah Crawford
*FREE Kettle Corn and Face Painting

Team Trivia
Every Thursday, 6:30-8:30PM
Mountain State Brewing Company hosts team trivia every Thursday throughout the year!

Team Bingo
Every Sunday, 1PM-3PM
Mountain State Brewing Company hosts team bingo every Sunday throughout the year!

Mountain Fresh Spring Farmers Market
Every Saturday in May, 10AM-1PM
Held at the pavilion off 2nd Street in Downtown Oakland by the town parking lot, local vendors offer farm fresh produce, baked goods, handmade crafts, and more.

HART for Animals Guest Bartender Challenge
May 10, 6-9PM
Taylor-Made real estate is your host at Mountain State Brewing Co. for the annual Have a HART Guest Bartender Challenge! Stop by for a drink and help support a great cause!

Plant Your Own Herb Planter
May 11, 18, and 25, 6:30PM
Three Sisters Farm will provide several varieties of culinary herbs, a strawberry pot to plant them in and soil. Cost is $5 and includes food from Big Dogs Deli. Bring a beverage of choice. Space is limited and you must be pre registered.

Mountain Maryland Native Plant Festival
May 13, 10AM-3PM
New Germany State Park is the location for this celebration of native plants. There will be native plants for sale, family friendly activities, nature walks, and educational displays.

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet at Savage River Lodge
May 14, 10AM-2PM
Reservations are recommended for this Lodge tradition that features made to order omelettes and waffles, a carving station, and assorted side dishes and desserts.

Mothers Day Buffet at Wisp Resort
May 14, 11AM-2PM
Wisp Resort offers a delicious buffet and complimentary photos for you and your mom. Reservations are required. Call 855-990-0304.

Dutch’s Wine Pairing Dinner
May 18, 4-9:30PM
Dutch’s at Silver Tree offers a special wine pairing dinner menu with Garrett Mentors, a local children’s mentoring organization, receiving funds from the sales. Please call Dutch’s to make your reservation: 301-387-0525!

National Road Festival Yard Sale
May 20, 8AM-1PM
Held throughout the town of Grantsville, the National Road Festival Yard Sale has become one of the biggest events of the National Road Festival. Other events going on during the yard sale include:

  • Free appraisals provided by Blue Moon Antiques
  • Car Show, Grantsville Town Park
  • Food Trucks, Grantsville Park
  • Live Music in the afternoon sponsored by the Grantsville A&E District
  • Kids’ games provided by JTF

Growing and Caring for Lavender
May 20, 10-11:30AM
Deep Creek Lavender Farm’s owner, Anne Davidson, teaches you about growing, propagating, and caring for Lavender. Learn about the history and uses of lavender. Plants and lavender items can be purchased after the class.

Make a Wood Wick Dough Bowl Candle
May 20, 10:30AM
Head to The Studio at Marsh Hill to learn to make a triple wood wick candle. Mix scent into the wax and pour into a rustic wooden dough bowl. The class cost is $52.

2nd Annual Deep Creek Lake Memorial Weekend Craft Show!
May 26 3-7PM and May 27 10AM-6PM
Held at the Garrett County Fairgrounds, this event includes numerous craft vendors along with great food.

Mountains and Museums
Memorial Day Weekend
All seven of the county’s museums will be open during Memorial Day weekend for the Mountains and Museum event, on Saturday, May 27, 2023. The Oakland Museums will be open on Friday and Saturday, May 26-27,2023, 11-4 and Sunday, May 28, 2023, 12-3

Labor Day Weekend - 2013 - Fun things to do at Deep Creek Lake!

Have a SAFE, FUN FILLED Labor Day weekend at Deep Creek Lake!
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LIVE MUSIC at DEEP CREEK LAKE

Thursday August 29

Boardwalk –DJ
Harbor Bar — The Masons, 6

Friday August 30

Black Bear Tavern — Paul Berger, 6
Boardwalk — Karaoke, 8-12
Harbor Bar — TBA,  6
Little Yough Music Festival — The Carper Family, 7

Saturday August 31

Black Bear Tavern -Maxell House, 6
Boardwalk — Back Seat Driver,  5-8
Harbor Bar — TBA, 6
Long Branch Saloon — TBA
Mountain State Brewing — Live entertainment, 1-4

Monday September 1

Black Bear Tavern – Paul Berger, 6

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Wisp Outdoors Labor Day Equipment Sale

Dates: August 30, 2013 – September 02, 2013
Location:

Wisp Outdoors Equipment Blow Out Sale

Friday, August 30 thru Monday, September 2

9am – 5pm – Wisp Outdoors Adventure Park

Wisp Outdoors Rental Equipment: Limited supply.

Come early for the best selection adn save big $$$$!

Sale equipments includes but not limited to
Kayaks,
Canoes,
Mountain Bikes,
Paddleboards and Accessories.*

Click here for additional product information and pricing

*Products are in limited supply and based on availability and subject to change.

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Blue Moon Rising Open House

Name: Blue Moon Rising Open House
Date: July 16, 2013 – September 5, 2013
Event Description:
Open House Tours
July 5th,2013 and last until September 1st, 2013
Monday- Friday: 4pm – 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 3pmFor more information call us 240-442-5287 or email info@bluemoonrising.org

Location:
We are so new that we don’t have an official address yet. 219 near Gravelly Run Road.
Contact Information:
Fees/Admission:
FREE
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Little Yough Summer Music Festival

Name: Little Yough Summer Music Festival
Date: August 30, 2013
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Event Description:
The Little Yough Summer Concert Series will begin its 17th season! Come to downtown Oakland and join us for a night under the stars. Bring your chairs, blankets and refreshments if you would like.   They are every Friday evening from July 5-September 6, concerts begin at 7:00 pm and go until approximately 9:30 pm.  You can also come a little early and get some food from one of our many delicious food vendors. Concerts are held in the Mt. Fresh Pavilion on Town Park Lane next to the Little Yough river. Complete performers descriptions can be found at www.agreatsmalltown.com . Concerts are FREE, but donations are graciously accepted. Hope to see you there!2013 Line-up

August 30-The Carper Family
September 6- The Remedy

Location:
Mt. Fresh Pavilion on Town Park Lane in downtown Oakland next to the Little Yough River.
Date/Time Information:
7/6/2013-9/06/2013 Concerts begin at 7:00pm
Contact Information:
Michelle Ross 301-334-2691
Fees/Admission:
FREE
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Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets in Oakland

Name: Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets in Oakland
Date: August 31, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Event Description:
Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets feature the area’s freshest fruits, vegetables, berries, and herbs as well as plants, eggs, honey, cut flowers, delicious grassfed meats, goat’s milk cheeses, home baked goods, jams & jellies, hand made crafts, and more each Wednesday and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm in beautiful downtown Oakland, just a 15 minute drive south from Deep Creek Lake.We’re a “Producer-Only” market, meaning that you are purchasing the items directly from farmers, bakers, and artisans, as we do not allow any reselling at our market.

Location:
Downtown Oakland at the corner of South First Street and Alley 3/Town Park Ln, just off Route 39 across the railroad tracks from the Oakland B&O Museum.
Date/Time Information:
Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10 am to 1 pm
Contact Information:
Call 301-334-6960 or email info@MountainFresh.org
Fees/Admission:
Free Admission
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SuGO Sunday: LEGO Robotics

Name: SuGO Sunday: LEGO Robotics
Date: September 1, 2013
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
SuGO teams building their Sumo Robot.
Event Description:
Come and build Sumo Wrestling Robots using LEGO MINDSTORMS.SuGO teams form at 1:00pm, and build until 3:30pm. Teams can be families or friends and No experience is necessary. All equipment is provided, and help is available for rookie teams. At 3:00, teams move to the arena and the SuGO bots battle it out tournament style.

This is a great activity for LEGO lovers of all ages.
Experience the latest LEGO Robotics hardware and push your creativity to the limit..

Light refreshments are available for purchase.

Location:
GEARS Inc. 116 Industrial Park Drive, Accident MD 21520
Date/Time Information:
First Sunday of every Month. 1:00-5:00pm
Contact Information:
Phil Malone (301) 387-2331
Fees/Admission:
$10 per team of free for GEARS members. Yearly Membership is $25.
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“COUPLES” 18 HOLE SCRAMBLE

Name: “COUPLES” 18 HOLE SCRAMBLE
Date: September 1, 2013
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Event Description:
18 HOLE CAPTAIN’S CHOICE/SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNAMENT.  EACH TEAM WILL CONSIST OF 2 LADIES AND 2 MEN AND THERE WILL BE PRIZES AND FOOD AVAILABLE FOLLOWING PLAY.
Location:
OAKLAND GOLF CLUB
Date/Time Information:
SUNDAYS AT 2 PM
Contact Information:
MAX HILL
Fees/Admission:
$5 TOURNAMENT FEE + GREENS FEE
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Sunday September 1 – Deep Creek Discovery Center

10:00 a.m. Canoe with the NaturalistJoin the Naturalist for a guided tour to Meadow Mt. Cove. Learn about the plant & animal life of GarrettCounty’s wetlands. Basic canoeing skills will be covered. $10/adult; $5 for age 12 & under. Must pre-register as space is limited. Meet at the DiscoveryCenter. 2 hr.

2:00 p.m. Fish Prints.  Join us for the ancient tradition of Gyotaku. Make a poster or print. 45min.

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Fun things to do this weekend at Deep Creek Lake 7-12-13

For more details, click here.

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Little Yough Summer Music Festival

Name: Little Yough Summer Music Festival

Date: July 12, 2013
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Event Description:
The Little Yough Summer Concert Series will begin its 17th season! Come to downtown Oakland and join us for a night under the stars. Bring your chairs, blankets and refreshments if you would like.   They are every Friday evening from July 5-September 6, concerts begin at 7:00pm and go until approximently 9:30 pm.  You can also come a little early and get some food from one of our many delicious food vendors. Concerts are held in the Mt. Fresh Pavilion on Town Park Lane next to the Little Yough river. Complete performers descriptions can be found at www.agreatsmalltown.com . Concerts are FREE, but donations are graciously accepted. Hope to see you there!

July 12-Dennis McClung

Location:
Mt. Fresh Pavilion on Town Park Lane in downtown Oakland next to the Little Yough River.
Date/Time Information:
7/6/2013-9/06/2013 Concerts begin at 7:00pm
Contact Information:
Michelle Ross 301-334-2691
Fees/Admission:
FREE

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Art in the Park

Name: Art in the Park

Date: July 13, 2013 – July 14, 2013
Event Description:
Forty-five+ artists display and sell their work in the magnificent setting of Deep Creek Lake State Park. Artwork for sale includes jewelry, photography, wood working, pottery, fused glass, furniture, soaps, rugs, paintings, baskets, and so much more.  All handmade.  Arrive by boat, car or on foot.  Enter thru the gate of the park.  (Park service fee does apply.)  Entertainment, food, naturalist programs and children’s art tent among the featured activities.  Co-sponsored by Western Garrett County State Park Volunteers and Garrett County Arts Council.  Plan to come for the day to enjoy the Art in the Park, the beach, and all the park has to offer.  For more information contact 301-387-7067.
Location:
Deep Creek Lake State Park
Date/Time Information:
Saturday/ 10am – 5pm
Sunday/10am-4pm
Contact Information:
Fees/Admission:
Park service fee-$3 per person for MD residents; $5 per person for out-of-state.

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Nunsense II: The Second Coming

Name: Nunsense II: The Second Coming
Date: July 13, 2013
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Event Description:
Musical theatre comedy suitable for all ages.
Location:
The Barn at Ridge View Valley
Date/Time Information:
July 13, 2013 7:30 P.M.
Contact Information:
Lynn Broderick
Fees/Admission:
$10.00

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Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets in Oakland

Name: Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets in Oakland
Date: July 13, 2013
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Event Description:
Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets feature the area’s freshest fruits, vegetables, berries, and herbs as well as plants, eggs, honey, cut flowers, delicious grassfed meats, goat’s milk cheeses, home baked goods, jams & jellies, hand made crafts, and more each Wednesday and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm in beautiful downtown Oakland, just a 15 minute drive south from Deep Creek Lake.

We’re a “Producer-Only” market, meaning that you are purchasing the items directly from farmers, bakers, and artisans, as we do not allow any reselling at our market.

Location:
Downtown Oakland at the corner of South First Street and Alley 3/Town Park Ln, just off Route 39 across the railroad tracks from the Oakland B&O Museum.
Date/Time Information:
Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10 am to 1 pm
Contact Information:
Call 301-334-6960 or email info@MountainFresh.org
Fees/Admission:
Free Admission

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Garrett County Humane Society Dog-Gone Fundraiser

The Garrett County Humane Society’s Dog-Gone FUNdraiser will be held on Saturday, July 13, at the Garrett County Fairgrounds starting at 10 a.m.

“This annual event offers free admission to a day of fun events to help our local volunteer organization raise the funds we need to continue to help homeless and neglected animals in Garrett County,” said GCHS president Lisa Baker.

Activities will include the Benefit Dog Walk; Canine Costume Contest, Meet the Breed; two special dog demonstrations and a large silent auction.

A snack bar will be available and raffle tickets with three cash prizes will be for sale until the drawings at 2:30 p.m.

The first 100 people to attend will receive a free “goodie” bag and there will be a small cash-and-carry gift corner.

The silent auction will include gift items for bidders, including restaurant/store gift certificates and Pittsburgh Zoo, Carnegie Natural History Museum and Phipps Conservatory tickets.  Bids will be accepted from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

A new event added last year is a small live auction slated for 2:00 p.m.  A Washington Capitals hockey puck, a Steelers Troy Polamalu print and a Baltimore Orioles print are among the items are available.

Little Wonders Petting Zoo will be on site with various creatures for you to meet and Pleasant Valley Grooming will be offering nail trims for a small donation.

Forms to pre-register for the Benefit Dog Walk are available at any of the local veterinarian offices or on the GCHS website at www.garrettcohumanesociety.com.

The popular Canine Costume Contest is set for 12:30 p.m.  There is a $10/dog fee to enter the event and prizes will be awarded to the top three winners.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:00 a.m. Registration
10:30 a.m. Garrett County Sheriffs Dept. Dog Demo
11:00 a.m. Benefit dog walk
11:45 a.m. Meet the breed parade
12:30 p.m. Canine costume contest
1:15 p.m. Husky Power Dog Sledding Demo
2:00 p.m. Live auction of celebrity items
2:30 p.m. End of silent auction and raffle ticket winners drawn

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