Guide to Deep Creek Lake, MD

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The Deep Creek Times is your go-to source for local news and activities around the Deep Creek Lake, MD area.  We offer local news, daily blogs, “What’s New Around Town” info, and a featured cover story each month. We’re local and we love our Deep Creek Lake area!
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  • Schoolhouse Earth’s 40th Celebration

    Schoolhouse Earth 1224 Friendsville Road, Friendsville, MD, United States

    Save the date for July 18 for Schoolhouse Earth’s 40th Celebration, featuring food, music, face painting, and more.

  • Patriot Passport Program

    Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland, MD, United States

    Visit a branch of the Ruth Enlow Library in Garrett County. Pick up a Passport Card. Visit each library find the Patriot unique to that town. Get a sticker for your passport. Make the Garrett County Historical Society Museum your last stop. Read about an Oakland Patriot. Get a sticker. And deposit your passport to be entered into a drawing on Aug 24th for a great prize. Event by Youghiogheny Glades Chapter, NSDAR

    Free
  • Face Painting with Ms. Patty

    Schoolhouse Earth 1224 Friendsville Road, Friendsville, MD, United States

    Come celebrate 40 years with Schoolhouse Earth on July 18, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Enjoy free face painting with our wonderful friend Mrs. Patty!

    Free
  • Garrett250 Birthday Bash: Celebrating America Together

    Garrett County Fairgrounds 270 Mosser Road, McHenry, MD, United States

    Don’t miss the Garrett250 Birthday Bash: Celebrating America Together on July 18 at the Garrett County Fairgrounds in McHenry! Admission by donation. From noon - 10:00 PM, celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with live music, food & Biergarten, family activities, patriotic concert, town exhibits & history, veteran honors, parade, car show, and a finale drone show at 9:30 PM! Commissioned by Garrett County Government. Learn more at Garrett250.com

  • Live Music with Glenn Cannon at The Greene Turtle (Deep Creek)

    The Greene Turtle (Deep Creek) 75 Visitors Center Drive, McHenry, MD, United States

    Spend your Saturday evening at the lake with live music from Glenn Cannon! Join The Greene Turtle (Deep Creek) on Saturday, July 18, from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM for an evening of great music, delicious food, cold drinks, and unbeatable waterfront views. Whether you're enjoying dinner on the deck or just stopping by for a drink, Glenn's live performance is the perfect soundtrack to your summer night at Deep Creek. Bring your friends, grab a table, and enjoy one of the best evenings of the weekend. 📍 The Greene Turtle Deep Creek Lake 🗓 Saturday, July 18 ⏰ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Good food. Great music. Even better lake views.

  • Let’s Go! @ Honi-Honi Bar

    Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland, Maryland, United States

    Spend your Saturday night with Let's Go at Honi-Honi Bar! Enjoy a live set featuring hit songs from the 80s to today. Don't miss the fun and be there at 9:00 PM!

  • Bird Hike

    Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United States

    You'll learn how to bird by sight and sound as we listen for distinctive songs on a stroll through the park. Binoculars are provided. Meet us at the Friends Store. **All programs are FREE unless otherwise stated.

  • Silent Book Club of Oakland at the Green Room Lounge

    The Green Room Bar/Pub 1119 S 2nd Street, Oakland, MD, United States

    Interested in joining a book club, but not totally down with the idea of being told what to read? The Silent Book Club of Oakland, brought to you in partnership with the Friends of the Ruth Enlow Library, is definitely what the doctor ordered! Choose anything to read that appeals to you, then discuss with friends old and new! The Silent Book Club meets on the third Sunday of every month at the Green Room Lounge (119 S. Second Street, Oakland, MD 21550), from 1 - 3 pm. Join the Facebook page to view updates and comments! Disclaimer/s: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission for us to use any photos that we take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not be taken.

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