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‘Fire on the Mountain’ to be launched July 4

From WVNews

DEEP CREEK LAKE — Fireworks will once again light up the sky over McHenry Cove of Deep Creek Lake on July Fourth during the annual “Fire on the Mountain,” presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce.

Fireworks will be launched about 9:30 p.m. from the top of the Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort and out over the waters of Deep Creek Lake.

Prime viewing locations include the Scenic Overlook on Route 219, the lawn at Garrett College, Wisp Resort, various McHenry businesses, and from a boat on the lake, particularly around McHenry Cove.

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July 4, 2018, Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display. Fireworks launched from the top of Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort out toward the waters of Deep Creek Lake. Viewing spots include the scenic overlook on Rt. 219, McHenry Cove on Deep Creek Lake and businesses in McHenry. Fireworks launched from the top of Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort out toward the waters of Deep Creek Lake. Viewing spots include the scenic overlook on Rt. 219, McHenry Cove on Deep Creek Lake and businesses in McHenry.

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Fire on the Mountain

If you are lucky enough to be in town for the 4th of July, head to McHenry to see the Fire on the Mountain fireworks display! Set off above Marsh Mountain at Wisp Resort, the display can best be seen from a boat in the McHenry Cove or right here at Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations & Sales!

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The fireworks are set to start at 9:30 p.m. If it is a rainy night, no worries! Fire on the Mountain will have a rain date on July 5th, just in case!

 

 

Fireworks will light up Deep Creek Lake

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Cumberland Times-News

— MCHENRY — Fireworks will light up the sky at Deep Creek Lake July Fourth at the annual Fire on the Mountain display presented by the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce.

GCC Technologies LLC is the major sponsor for the 2014 display, which is set to begin at dark. The shells are launched from the top of the Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort.

Prime viewing locations include the scenic overlook on U.S. Route 219, Wisp Resort and from a boat on the lake, particularly around McHenry Cove.

“I would like to thank GCC Technologies for their sponsorship of the Fire on the Mountain fireworks display,” said Nicole Christian, president and CEO of the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce. “We could not present such a fabulous show without the support of GCC Technologies and our other generous fireworks sponsors.”

The rain date for the event is July 5.

For more information, visit the website www.visitdeepcreek.com or call 301-387-4386.

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Fun things to do July 4th week at Deep Creek Lake & Garrett County

There is no shortage of fun things to do in the Garrett County area this week/weekend! For more items not mentioned on this list (Broadford Fireworks, Rodeo, LEGO events, etc) check http://www.facebook.com/ILoveDeepCreekLakeGarrettCountyMaryland?fref=ts
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Name: Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets in Oakland
Date: July 3, 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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Stage Wisp Concert #1

Name: Stage Wisp Concert #1
Date: July 3, 2013
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Event Description:

Band : The Steve Hussey Band

Band Description: From Johnny Cash to Steve Hussey originals to songs fresh out of a Nashville writing room, the Steve Hussey Band has been entertaining at venues all over West Virignia, Ohio and all over the East Coast for 10 years.
From clubs to concert series to State Fairs, the Steve Hussey Band has done it all! Thier brand of Americana is sure to make shoes tap and get people up and dancing.Event Description: Grab the family and the lawn chairs and head to Wisp Resort’s new Stage Wisp concert series location – The Wisp Outdoors Adventure Park for some great live entertainment and lots of fun! This annual summer concert series will provide nightlife and entertainment for the entire family. Our new locations will place you right in the middle of Wisp Resorts hot spots and only steps away from some great activities such as the Mountain Coaster, All NEW Spider Monkey Adventure, Segway Tours and much more. The Bar and Grill will be open for tasty treats and cold drinks! – No Coolers Permitted!

Location:
Wisp Outdoors Adventure Park (Outdoors)
Date/Time Information:
6 pm – 8:30 pm
Contact Information:
Fees/Admission:

Free

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Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display

Name: Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display
Date: July 4, 2013
Event Description:

The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display, sponsored by NLP of Maryland, LLC. Fireworks launched from the top of Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort out toward the waters of Deep Creek Lake. Viewing spots include the scenic overlook on Rt. 219, McHenry Cove on Deep Creek Lake and businesses in McHenry.

Tune into 104.5 WKHJ, 92.3 The Train or 1050 AM WMSG radio, the official media partners for the Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display, for inclement weather updates and patriotic music to accompany the show.

Rain date: July 5th. If there is inclement weather on July 4th, please check this page or tune your radio to  104.5 WKHJ, 92.3 The Train and 1050 AM WMSG radio for live updates on the status of the fireworks.

 

Major Sponsor: NLP of Maryland, LLC

 

Supporting Sponsor:

Property Owners’ Association of Deep Creek Lake, Inc.

 
Associate Sponsor: Wisp Resort

Media Partners: 104.5 WKHJ, 92.3 The Train & 1050 AM WMSG Radio.

Display provided by Zambelli Fireworks.

Date/Time Information:
July 4, 2013
Contact Information:
301.387.4386

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July 4th Concert

Name: July 4th Concert
Date: July 4, 2013
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Event Description:

Join your friends and bring your family and enjoy the Garrett Choral Society and the Garrett Community Concert Band in their annual Independence Day Concert at Garrett College. This year’s concert will be in the NEW gymnasium at Garrett College. After the concert, join us on the lawn of Garrett College to enjoy the magnificent fireworks displayed off WISP Mountain.

Location:
Garrett College NEW Gymnaisum
Date/Time Information:
7/4/2013 7:00 pm
Contact Information:
Fees/Admission:
FREE

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Little Yough Summer Music Festival

Name: Little Yough Summer Music Festival
Date: July 5, 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

July 5- The Stray Birds
July 12-Dennis McClung
July 19- Mon River Big Band
July 26- Jessica Lee
August 2- Boilermakers
August 9- Scott & Michelle Dalzeil
August 16- Nora Jane Struthers
August 23- Half Time String Band
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 7:00 pm
Contact Information:
Michelle Ross 301-334-2691
Fees/Admission:
FREE

 

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Boat Parade on Deep Creek lake

Name: Boat Parade on Deep Creek lake
Date: July 6, 2013
Time: 7:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Event Description:
The Evening Lighted Boat Parade will be held on Saturday, July 6th, starting from the Boardwalk and ending at Dutch’s at Silver Tree. The flotilla of boats will get underway shortly after dusk (if there are many antique and non-lighted boats, they will leave before dusk) and proceed in single file past a number of judging stations along the route. As the Parade is taking place at night, entrants are encouraged to illuminate their boats with the best lighting show they can produce. Spectators at the judging stations will vote for their favorite boats, and prizes will be awarded in a number of categories, with a Grand Prize consisting of a custom-designed Winner’s Pennant and trophy. Entrants in the parade will need to pay a $50 registration fee at the Grand Marshal’s boat anchored off the Boardwalk, and the number of entries are limited, so be sure to pre-register to ensure your spot.
Location:
Deep Creek Lake departs from Point View area in McHenry cove, proceeds to Glendale Bridge
Date/Time Information:
July 6th, 2013. dusk
Contact Information:
Chris Nichols
Fees/Admission:
$50 entry fee for personal boats, $100 for businesses

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Summer Art Camp

Name: Summer Art Camp
Date: July 8, 2013 – July 12, 2013
Event Description:
Students  will experience fine art in the studio and outdoors during Summer Art School camps.
Each project incorporates a fine artist, art concept, or technique. Students will use various types of paint, pastels, india ink, charcoal, clay, aluminum, wire, glass, printing ink, and much more to create one of a kind projects.Each camp week will focus on a new topic. Each week will include at least two new masters and projects in both 2-D and 3-D.

At the end of the summer, campers will get to exprerience another facet of the fine arts with an art show featuring their work.

Open to children ages 5 – 14

Camps will be held at J.F.Mazur Fine Art Studio in Oakland, MD throughout the week, with the exception of Wednesdays.

On Wednesdays camp will meet in the Pocket Park for Plein Air days, weather permitting.
(Pocket Park Location: 2nd Street, Oakland MD 21550. Between the Cornish Cafe and Newman’s Funeral Home)

Location:
J.F Mazur Fine Art Studio, 12978 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, MD
Date/Time Information:
July 8- 12 (ages 5-11) 9am- noon
(ages 11-14) 1pm – 4pm
Contact Information:
register on www.jillianfaye.com or call 240-321-9212
Fees/Admission:
$145 per week

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Welcome Party Mondays

Name: Welcome Party Mondays
Date: July 8, 2013
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Event Description:
Join us every Monday starting June 17th – August 12th from 3-5pm on the lawn at UNO Chicago Grill Deep Creek for Welcome Party Mondays!  FREE Admission to the Public/Rain or Shine, Promotions and Giveaways from Area Businesses, Complimentary Finger Foods and Refreshments, Complimentary Pontoon Boat Rides from Wisp Resort and Live Band Entertainment at the Honi Honi Bar from 5-8pm.   Learn all about fun activities, happenings and events in the Deep Creek Lake and surrounding area and meet with area vendors to plan your vacation fun!
Location:
UNO Chicago Grill Deep Creek
Date/Time Information:
Every Monday (starting June 17th and ending August 12th) from 3-5pm
Contact Information:
Stacy at 301-387-4020
Fees/Admission:
FREE