All Day

Weed or Wildflower?

Native Plant Garden 403 McAndrews Hill Rd, Grantsville

Want to help preserve our regional biodiversity? Bring your work gloves, kneeling pads, favorite weeding tools, and some elbow grease to remove unwanted plants from the garden. As you work, you’ll learn how to identify common weeds and understand why protecting native plants is so critical for wildlife. Meet at the Native Plant Garden near the Lake House. Please bring your own water bottle, insect repellent, and sunscreen.  (note: this event is weather dependent)

Learning Beyond the Classroom (2026 Summer Schedule)

Southern Garrett County Rescue Squad 200 Baltimore Avenue, Oakland

Learning Beyond the Classroom is WILD ABOUT SUMMER! Join us for fun, learning, books, and community all summer long at stops across Garrett County for children ages Birth-5.This summer’s themes are: June: Wild About ANIMALS July: Wild About WHEELS August: Wild About LEGOSEach child will receive a new book, and each family will take home a learning activity and a bag of food. We can’t wait to see you at one of our morning stops this summer!

Beginner Bird Walk

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton

A little birdie told me that if you love our feathered friends, you should come down to the Discovery Center for a stroll around the park to learn how to spot and identify our local birds!

Butterfly Hike & Craft

Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry

Tag along with a Ranger to identify butterflies in the area and make a fun butterily craft in the Friends Store!

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 […]

Wildflower Stroll

Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton

Come and see the wonderful native plants around the Discovery Center, as well as walk the trails to see the fabulous foliage. Flora fun for all ages can be found at the Discovery Center! The stroll is about 0.5 miles.

Dock Days at Firewater Kitchen + Bar

Firewater Kitchen & Bar 20128 Garrett Highway, Oakland

Dock Days return to Firewater on Thursday, June 18, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Join for an afternoon on the water where you can check out some of the newest inventory right on the docks, enjoy giveaways, and grab delicious dinner and drinks from Firewater Kitchen & Bar. Be on the lookout for more upcoming Dock Days dates throughout the summer. We can’t wait to see you at the lake!

Pirates, Poets, and Scribes at MoonShadow

MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry

Join Pirates, Poets, and Scribes at MoonShadow on Thursday, June 18 at 6:00 PM for an open poetry reading and discussions. This group is always welcoming to anyone who wants to share and discuss their literary works. Experience a night of creativity and connection while enjoying real food in a welcoming atmosphere. Reserve your spot now by calling (240) 442-5542.

Music at the Dam with Cheat Mountain Riders

Big Sandy Brews Morgantown Street, Bruceton Mills

This week’s Summer by the Dam Concert Series features Cheat Mountain Riders live at 6:30 PM for a perfect evening of entertainment.

Karaoke Night @ Honi-Honi Bar

Honi-Honi Bar 19745 Garrett Hwy, Oakland

Join us Thursday night for karaoke with DJ Jonny Rock! See you at Honi-Honi Bar at 7:00 PM. All ages welcome.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]