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Dough Raiser for Garrett Christian Academy

Deep Creek Uno 19814 Garrett Highway, Oakland

Join Deep Creek UNO on May 21 for a Dough Raiser to support Garrett Christian Academy. Present your coupon with your dine-in or takeout order, and up to 20% of your check total will be donated to Garrett Christian Academy. Must present a ticket. Available all day.

Bird Walk

Bird Walk
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland

The woods are alive with the sounds of birds! Join us for a guided hike to hear and see the birds of the park. Binoculars are encouraged. Birds scare easily, so excessive noise is not favorable. This event may not be recommended for young children. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program

Ruth Enlow Library - Kitzmiller 288 W Main St, Kitzmiller

Occurring on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Kitzmiller 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 a 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: If Garrett County schools are canceled due to inclement weather, the outreach activity is […]

Skulls, Skins, Shells

Skulls, Skins, Shells
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland

See and feel some familiar animal faces up close and personal in the form of preserved native animals of Maryland. Attend this event at any time during the specified timeframe. Meet at the Herington Manor Boat Launch. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

Swan Meadow School Open House

Swan Meadow Elementary School 6709 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

Families interested in enrolling students at Swan Meadow School for the 2026-27 school year are invited to attend an Open House on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. The Open House will provide prospective families with an opportunity to tour the school, meet teachers and staff, and learn more about the educational experiences available to students in grades K-8. Attendees will also have the chance to explore the school's STEM lab, discover student service opportunities, and ask questions about academics, programs, and daily school life. In addition, school representatives will be available to assist families with enrollment and out-of-area Transfer Requests for the upcoming school year. The event is designed to help families become familiar with the school community and learn more about the opportunities available to students at Swan Meadow School. For additional information, families are encouraged to contact the school directly.

Guided Hike

Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland

Nature is full of diversity and unpredictable elements, so are our guided hikes. The hike can have a specific informative subject if desired, but you never know what might be encountered! Meet at the Herrington Manor Boat Launch. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

STEAM Kids

Oakland Ruth Enlow Library 6 N 2nd St, Oakland

Join us for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities on days when Garrett County Public Schools have an early dismissal for staff development. Registration is required and participants must be age six or older. Parents and younger siblings are asked to wait in the library during the program. Registration will close on May 21, 2026 @ 2:00 pm. Please contact Julie at 301-334-3996 x 0104 or julie@relib.net for more information. Disclaimer: 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.

Garrett 8 Cinemas’ Thursday Movie of the Week: Super Mario Galaxy

Garrett 8 Cinemas 19741 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure with Super Mario Galaxy at Garrett 8 Cinemas on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Join Mario as he travels across the galaxy and discovers incredible new worlds beyond the Mushroom Kingdom. Catch the showing at 4:55 PM for only $6.00.

$6.00

Bird Walk

Bird Walk
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland

The woods are alive with the sounds of birds! Join us for a guided hike to hear and see the birds of the park. Binoculars are encouraged. Birds scare easily, so excessive noise is not favorable. This event may not be recommended for young children. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.

Skulls, Skins, Shells

Skulls, Skins, Shells
Herrington Manor State Park 222 Herrington Ln, Oakland

See and feel some familiar animal faces up close and personal in the form of preserved native animals of Maryland. Attend this event at any time during the specified timeframe. Meet at the Herington Manor Boat Launch. Note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. All outdoor events are weather-dependent. Dress for the weather and activity, wear sunscreen and insect repellent, bring plenty of water, and remember to check for ticks! All Park programs are free to the public, but park entrance fees may still apply.