Kids in the Creek!

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

A fun way for kids and families to learn about the unique critters that are part of the creek and riparian ecosystems! Be prepared to get wet!

Make a Coil Pot

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry, MD, United States

Join Deep Creek Pottery for a fun coil pot class on Saturdays this summer! This is a great class for all ages. you create your one-of-a-kind coil pot and choose your glaze before you leave! Ready in less than 2 weeks! Call, message here, or email deepcreekpottery@gmail.com to register! $30.00

Velveeta at Honi-Honi Bar

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

Kraft wasn’t cheesy enough for this group! Velveeta ignites the best of the cheesiest songs from the 80s and 90s, covering tunes that imprinted in our subconscious and gained awareness by being only the coolest thing, EVER.

Event Series Herp Hike

Herp Hike

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

Join a naturalist for a stroll through the park and discover the hidden treasures of the native reptiles and amphibians of the region. Great for all ages! Meet on the Discovery Center deck. (0.5 miles)

Black Bear Q&A

New Germany Nature Center 403 McAndrews Hill Rd, Grantsville, MD, United States

Stop by the black bear display at the Nature Center with all your bear country questions. Ranger Noah and Ranger Hannah will provide you with some helpful tips to avoid bear encounters while visiting the park, as well as provide you with an opportunity to see and feel a real bear fur and skull.

Park PROs – How to Cook and Clean Your Catch

New Germany Nature Center 403 McAndrews Hill Rd, Grantsville, MD, United States

Not sure how to turn your prized catch into a tasty meal? During this hands-on program, Ranger Noah and Ranger Hannah will demonstrate the steps of cleaning fish and provide some tips for how to cook them over a campfire. This program will take place inside the Lake House if it rains.

Boat Parade on Deep Creek Lake

Deep Creek Lake

Callin' all Captains - decorate your boat and WIN! The Parade will start from the Silver Tree Marina docks in McHenry Cove and will proceed in single file past a number of judging stations along the route. Spectators at the judging stations will vote for their favorite boats, At the end of the judged parade, lighted boats will proceed back to the McHenry Cove at dusk. Entrants in the parade will need to pay a MINIMUM $50 registration fee, and the number of entries is limited, so be sure to pre-register to ensure your spot. Prizes this year are limited to the custom flag and trophy. All the funds raised benefit our Blind Skier and Camper Programs. Non-profit organizations can enter a boat for FREE and can keep all the money they raise! More info: https://deepcreeklions.org/community-events/boat-parade/ Entry Form Online:https://secure.givelively.org/.../boat-parade-at-deep... How to VOTE: Vote with CASH: On shore or on the docks: Our Lions Club robo-boat will follow the parade and we can collect your donations dockside! OR Vote Online: https://linktr.ee/deepcreeklions

Deep Creek Lions Club Boat Parade 2024

Deep Creek Lake

The Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Boat Parade runs from McHenry Cove to The Harbor Bar at Dutches starting at 7:00 PM on Saturday, July 6th. You can "VOTE" anytime via the donation link throughout this post. Our motley group has been entering the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Boat parade for almost 10 years! We have won "people's choice" - but never have taken home the BIG WIN - 1st PLACE! The only way to win 1st Place and take home the custom boat flag is to raise the most money for the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club! (see their great deeds below) This year we are going ALL OUT with a VACATION THEMED BOAT! All your favorites will be on our custom-decorated "family truckster" boat, Cousin Eddie, Clark, Aunt Edna and many, many more will be on the boat. Our team has been working already on the decorations to make the "Truckster Boat" as true to the movie as possible! CLICK THE LINK TO DONATE TO VOTE! PUT BOAT #1 IN THE PAYMENT COMMENTS! The Deep Creek Lake Lions Club uses the funds raised to support all their great deeds around Garrett County. Including a dog park, disc […]

Wildlife Trivia Night

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah for Wildlife Trivia Night and try not to get skunked! Prizes will be awarded to the winning individual or team. Complimentary s'mores will be provided. This program will be held in the Lake House if it rains. Photo credit: Rick Dove

Undercover at Honi-Honi Bar

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

Covering 250 hit songs, Undercover plays everything from the 60’s to today and sound just like the hits they cover. You don’t want to hide “under cover” and miss this professional party band!

Ride to Decide

Bill's Marine Service 20721 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD, United States

Attend the Ride to Decide event from July 5th-7th by appointment only! Call Tyler, Scott, or Seth at 301-387-5536.

New Germany Book Club Meeting

New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United States

Join Ranger Noah for this month's Book Club meeting and share your thoughts on "My First Summer in the Sierra" by John Muir. The club meets once a month for coffee and snacks while sharing insights and thoughts about a nature-themed book. Participants who attend six club meetings will receive a free night of camping. Please email noah.manges@maryland.gov to register. Can't make it this month? Get a head start on next month's book - "Killers of The Flower Moon" by David Grann.

Event Series Creek Craft

Creek Craft

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

Tag along with the naturalists in the Discovery Room for various crafts ranging from owl origami to nature-themed coloring sheets!

The Victorian Chautauqua

Town of Mountain Lake Park 1007 Allegany Drive, Mountain Lake Park, MD, United States

The Victorian Chautauqua is a weekend-long celebration of Mountain Lake Park's founding in 1881. Enjoy live historical portrayals, music, lectures, and Vaudeville In The Street. The little ones will be kept busy at the Kid-Tauqua tent with special programming, activities, and workshops designed exclusively for them. Take a Trolley tour through the Historic District or enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride. Listen for the High Wheelman's bell and ask Brian, the rider, about the first bicycle made for transportation and sport with a 54-inch front wheel. Shop Artisan Row for that unique treasure, or sit for a hand-cut silhouette or an authentic tintype photograph. Volunteers immerse you in the Victorian spirit by wearing period attire, and attendees do, too. It's a weekend you'll never forget! Admission and parking are free. To find the location, enter 301 G Street, Mountain Lake Park, MD 21550, into your GPS. Find a full schedule online: https://www.victorianchautauqua.com/

Team Bingo Sunday

Mountain State Brewing Co. (Deep Creek Lake) 6690 Sang Run Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Get ready for a thrilling Team Bingo Sunday at Mountain State Brewing, starting at 1:00 PM!

Street Level at Honi-Honi Bar

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

Funkadelic at its finest! Everybody’s movin’, everybody’s groovin’ along to the rock/funk machine with a 3-piece horn section! Truly an experience like none other, don’t forget to bring your boogie shoes!

Mountain Lake Park 2024 Summer Tennis Clinic

Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club Allegheny Drive, Oakland, MD, United States

Looking for a great outdoor summer activity? Check out the Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club clay courts. Summer-long or vacation memberships are now available. What's on the schedule? TENNIS CLINIC June 17-21 and July 8-12 for adults and students. MORNING DROP-IN DOUBLES Monday, Wednesday, and Friday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EVENING DOUBLES (Sign-up required) Tuesday & Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM or 5:00 to 7:00 PM Contact Joe Osment for details at josephosmentinc@gmail.com or 239-595-0956.

Event Series Creek Craft

Creek Craft

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

Tag along with the naturalists in the Discovery Room for various crafts ranging from owl origami to nature-themed coloring sheets!

Event Series Animal Planet Art Camp

Animal Planet Art Camp

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry, MD, United States

Join Deep Creek Pottery for a fun and creative art camp for ages 9-12! We have an amazing week of creating with clay, pottery wheels, mosaic tile creations, pottery painting, canvas painting, snacks, and more!!! Pre-registration is required by calling 301-501-1619, emailing deepcreekpottery@gmail.com, or message here! $225.00 per camper! Monday through Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

Event Series Make a Mug Monday

Make a Mug Monday

Deep Creek Pottery 1550 Deep Creek Drive (back side of The Fort), McHenry, MD, United States

Join Deep Creek Pottery in making a super cool mug from a slab of clay! We will texture the mug and you will choose a glaze when finished. Tickets available. Call 301-501-1619, email deepcreekpottery@gmail.com, or message here to register! EVERY MONDAY through summer! $35.00 each

Gallop into Adventure: Horseback Riding!

Ruth Enlow Library - Friendsville 315 Chestnut Street, Friendsville,, Maryland

Calling all horse lovers! Gallop over to the Friendsville Library to learn more about the adventure of horseback riding! You’ll not only learn some awesome horse facts… but also great information about basic horse care, riding gear, safety tips, and helpful riding skills to make your future horseback riding adventures the best they can be! Register for this program and all Summer Reading Club events at: https://www.relib.net/src-register Disclaimers: 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.

Eric Lewis & Co. at Honi-Honi Bar

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

Join Honi-Honi Bar for Eric Lewis, lead singer from Eighties Enough, for an acoustic show.

Cover2Cover: Adult Book Club

Ruth Enlow Library - Kitzmiller 288 W Main St, Kitzmiller, MD

The adult book club group in Kitzmiller meets on the second Monday of each month from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Please join them for a great discussion on this month's book club selection. Newcomers are always welcome to attend. Disclaimer: Programs, events, and classes may be photographed or videotaped for library promotional purposes. Your participation in programs signifies your permission to use any photos they take of you. Please speak to a librarian at the event if you would prefer your photo not to be taken.

Gardening Classes- Easy Herbs

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

Join Oakland Library as you learn about easy herbs. This program will be held at the Oakland Library and is open to all ages. We look forward to seeing you there! Please register at the Oakland Library or contact Andrew Miller at andrew@relib.net for more information. Disclaimers: 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.

Creative Writers Group

Ruth Enlow Library - Grantsville 102 Parkside Drive, Grantsville, Maryland

Create your own world. Join the Creative Writers Group presented by the Grantsville Library every second Monday of the Month from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. All are welcome. Attendees will hear in-progress work read by area writers and are invited to bring their own work for constructive comments and gentle criticism. There is no cost and writers can come and go as they wish,

2024 Hydrilla Treatment Schedule

Deep Creek Lake

The good news is that the treatments have worked, and the Hydrilla has almost disappeared and does not seem to have spread. The money and effort to control it have been successful! The dates for this year's treatments are as follows: June 13, July 9, July 30, August 20