2026-2027 Deer Archery Season for Region A, which includes Garrett County: Sept. 11-Oct. 21; Sun. Oct. 25-Nov. 27; Dec. 14-18; Sun. Jan. 3-7; Jan. 8-10 (Region A only); Jan. 11-31. Check your local regulations and bag limits before heading out.
2026-2027 Common Snipe Season: Sept. 26-Jan. 28. Learn more about local regulations and bag limits before heading out: https://deepcreektimes.com/garrett-county-hunting-season-calendar/
2026-2027 Ruffed Grouse Season: Oct. 3-Dec. 31. Learn more about local regulations and bag limits before heading out: https://deepcreektimes.com/garrett-county-hunting-season-calendar/
2026-2027 Ducks and Coots Season, Western Zone: Oct. 3-17; Nov. 21-27; Dec. 15-Jan. 30. Learn more about local regulations and bag limits before heading out: https://deepcreektimes.com/garrett-county-hunting-season-calendar/
The Town of Friendsville will conduct its Fall Leaf Pick-Up starting Monday, September 28, through Monday, November 23, 2026. Please follow these collection guidelines: Place all leaves at the edge of your property along the roadway in a pile, not a row. Ensure piles are free of sticks, branches, flowers, and other debris. Note that collection dates are weather permitting. Help keep Friendsville clean and beautiful this autumn!
The Autumn Glory Sale at Bear Creek Traders runs from Thursday, October 8 through Monday, October 12, featuring up to 50% off and even greater savings throughout the store. You can stop by their location in the Market Square Shopping Center to find fantastic deals on Deep Creek Lake apparel, autumn decor, and souvenirs.
Experience the beauty of fall at the Mt. Fresh Glorious Harvest Farmers Market & Craft Show, held at the Mountain Fresh Pavilion in downtown Oakland during Autumn Glory week. The market features local farmers, artisans, handcrafted goods, seasonal treats and unique vendors each day. Wednesday, October 7: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The market continues Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 8-10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Mountain Fresh Pavilion, 2nd Street & Town Park Lane, Downtown Oakland More information: mountainfresh.org
Join Accident Library on the second Thursday of each month as our Adult Book Club gathers to discuss our latest read. This month's book is The Boston Girl by Anita Diamant. Newcomers are always welcome!!! Please contact the Accident Branch Library at 301-746-8792 or email Maya at maya@relib.net for details. 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 to be taken.
Take 50% off a whole pizza or slice at any eligible dining outlet.
Every Thursday of the month. Bring your own needlework projects to work on with fellow crafters! 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 to be taken.
Please join Grantsville Library to play Mah-Jongg at the Ruth Enlow Library in Grantsville, MD on Thursdays from 1:00 PM 4:00 PM. Meet new friends and exercise your brain! If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you! For more information, please ask staff at the desk. 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 to be taken.
Join Oakland Library 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. 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 to be taken.
Garrett 8 Cinemas presents the Thursday Movie of the Week: Forgotten Island (PG) on October 8th, 2026 at 4:50 PM. Follow two best friends stranded in the mystical world of Nakali in this animated adventure starring Dave Franco and Jenny Slate. All tickets are just $6.00! Rated PG (Runtime: 1h 49m).
Join us for our annual Antiques & Artisans Market beginning Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the Oakland Community Center. Admission is FREE. Proceeds benefit local Garrett County nonprofits. Antiques, vintage, and handmade items. Bring your treasures and have them appraised.
Mark your calendars for this week! The Oakland Civic Club hosts the annual Antiques & Artisans Market Thursday, October 8: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMFriday and Saturday, October 9-10: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Admission is Free!
Play Out Loud is usually closed on Thursdays during the school year, but it's opening from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, for the Autumn Glory Firemen's Parade. The parade is expected to start around 7 p.m., so bring the kids in to play before it starts, or duck in to warm up if the evening turns cold.All week during Autumn Glory, families downtown are welcome to use Play Out Loud's nursing area and clean bathrooms, now with a donated changing table, at no charge. Just ask at the desk and take your shoes off at the door.
Team Trivia takes place every Thursday at 6:30 PM.
Step inside the complex, dramatic, and often shocking social world of prairie dogs through the eyes of the scientist who spent nearly half a century studying them. On Thursday, October 8, at 6:30 PM, world-renowned prairie dog researcher John Hoogland, author of the definitive new book, Prairie Dogs: Ecology and Social Behavior, will present as part of the Watershed Moments Community Learning series at the Appalachian Laboratory in Frostburg, Maryland. A reception will follow. This event is free and open to the public. Visit www.umces.edu/event/prairie-dogs/ to reserve your seat and find out how to purchase your copy of Prairie Dogs: Ecology and Social Behavior.
Annual Fireman’s Parade in Oakland, Maryland, takes place on Thursday evening, October 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM as part of the 59th Annual Autumn Glory Festival. The procession features local fire, EMS, and law enforcement vehicles, bands, and community groups through downtown Oakland.