Dutch Oven Cooking
Join us at the store for some fresh Dutch oven food while we learn about the history of Dutch oven cooking!
Join us at the store for some fresh Dutch oven food while we learn about the history of Dutch oven cooking!
Meet our birds of prey for lunch at the Aviary. Our Naturalist will discuss the enthralling natural history of these powerful animals as well as some peeks at how they are trained!
Join us for a leisure stroll amongst the bees, butterflies, and wild flowers. Learn the importance of these little workers, and why mowing may not be all it's cracked up to be. Fun for all ages and butterfly nets provided. Meet at Herrington Manor Ranger Station.
Team Bingo takes place every Sunday at 1:00 PM.
Our animals are hungry! Join us in the Discovery Center for a lunch date with some of our critters as we go through and feed them delicious entrees of mice, worms, and fish flakes.
See and feel some familiar animal faces up close and personal in the form of preserved native animals of Maryland. Come to this event during any time during the time frame. Meet at the Canyon Trailhead (Swallow Falls).
Join us for a Sunday afternoon of live entertainment with American Variety! Catch their live set at 2:00 PM!
Join Firewater Kitchen + Bar on the patio for our Summer Music Series featuring live music by local artists while you enjoy dinner and cocktails overlooking the best view of Deep Creek Lake. Sundays: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Thursdays: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
It's that time again! Do you love the sound of swing music played by a live big band? The Garrett Jazz Ensemble will be performing just for you on Sunday, June 28, from 6:30 PM until 9:30 PM at the Performing Arts Center. Led by pianist Dr. Sean Beachy and featuring vocalists Dave Callis and Debi Beachy, the group is made up of our very talented local musicians. This event is open to all, and admission is by donation. Come out and have a good time with your friends and neighbors. It's cabaret seating (tables & chairs), so you don't have to do anything more than tap your toes. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Dancing is encouraged, not required! Email garrettjazzensemble@gmail.com with any questions.
Take in the beauty of New Germany Lake under a full moon during a one-hour guided kayak adventure on June 28 from 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM! Space is limited for this unique, weather-dependent event, so email hannah.muir@maryland.gov today to secure your required registration.
Take your shot on #17! A hole-in-one could win you $25,000! Team and Chance Prizes: Gift Cards to Thousand Acres Golf Shop! All Players are automatically entered into a drawing for a Pella Golf Basket, Knobel Bourbon, signed by Mike Rowe, or a case of assorted wine! Purchase the All Golf Chances & Save $10!* Plus you're automatically entered to win one of four bottles of Litchfield single-barrel bourbon! Your registration includes: Coffee & Donuts - Drink Ticket - Entry to Win Pella Gift Basket - Lunch Catered by Dutch's at Silver Tree - Lakeside Creamery Ice Cream - Awards - Swag Prizes: Gift Cards to the Thousand Acres Golf Shop! Contests: $100 each Putting Longest Drive Closest to Pin (3 winners) Floating Green Teams: First Place: $150 each player Second Place: $100 each player Third Place: $50 each player *One Mulligan only may be purchased per person. Each purchase will automatically enter you to win a Litchfield single-barrel bourbon bottle made exclusively for HART. REGISTER HERE
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! See you at the Ranger Station (Herrington Manor).
Free Expungement Clinic - brought to you by Maryland Legal Aid. Attendees can receive free assistance from Maryland Legal Aid attorneys to expunge their criminal records. To register, contact Michael Stevens at mstevens@mdlab.org or 240-979-0640. Registration is not mandatory.
Goat yoga is so last year. Enjoy a relaxing visit and get to know the resident turtles of the Herington Manor Nature Center. Story time, animal calls, fun facts, and more but with the company of TURTLES! Meet at the Herington Manor Ranger Station.
Join sales agent Heather Homberg on June 29, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, at this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom townhome in the heart of McHenry. More info: https://bit.ly/4e4UoAZ
Come get your hands dirty for this volunteer program. We’ll be identifying and removing invasive weeds to support biodiversity and our native environment. Bring gloves if you have them. Weather dependent. Meet at the Herrington Manor Ranger Station.
Celebrate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence with a fun, hands-on library adventure for kids! Explore a variety of activity stations inspired by Independence Day. Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on June 29, 2026 @ 2:00 pm. This event is for registrants age 18 and below. Disclaimer/s: We cannot guarantee that the food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 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.
Acoustic duo, Partners in Crime, will be playing all your favorite tunes, unplugged, at Honi-Honi Bar on Monday, June 29th at 6:00 PM!
Sound + Water Healing by the Stream Join Herbal Earth Apothecary & Gardens on Monday, June 29th at 6:00 PM for a peaceful sound bath by the stream at Yorkie Acres Farm. Let the sounds of crystal bowls, nature, and flowing water create a deeply calming evening of relaxation and renewal. In case of rain, we’ll gather at the covered pavilion. Yorkie Acres Farm561 Humberson Rd, Friendsville Tickets: $25 (Advance purchase required) Bring a mat, blanket, pillow, and anything you need to feel cozy and comfortable. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE
Embrace the beauty of the forest under a full moon on this 1-mile hike with Ranger Hannah. This "Strawberry Moon" will be the first full moon of summer. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.
Sales agent Danielle Tasker is your host on June 30, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, at this lake-view home that is an established vacation rental with 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. More info: https://bit.ly/4xNGESZ
Summer Camps are here with a fresh twist this year, happening every Tuesday starting June 9! Spots are limited for these one-day art camps, so call or email to register at deepcreekpottery@gmail.com or 301-501-1619 to secure your child’s place.
Take 50% off any burger and enjoy a 1.99 PBR beer at Last Chair Bar + Bistro.
Sales agent Heather Homberg is your host on June 30, from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, at this spacious 4-bedroom home that is minutes from lake activities and offers 6+ acres. More info: https://bit.ly/4vv0ErH
Join Master Falconer, breeder, and educator, Deron Meador, for an educational experience with some of the world's most magnificent birds of prey. Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on June 30, 2026 @ 2:00 pm. This event is for registrants age 18 and below. 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.
Join us for an evening of live entertainment by Nick & Pete on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM!
Take $2-off any Large Wedgie at Fox's Pizza Den in Oakland! STEAK Steak, cheese, mushrooms, sweet peppers, onions, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. ITALIAN Ham, salami, pepperoni, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes & Italian dressing. MEATBALL Meatballs, cheese & signature sauce. TURKEY Turkey, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. TURKEY, BACON & CHEDDAR Name says it all plus lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. CLUB Ham, turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. CHICKEN Chicken breast strips, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. BUFFALO CHICKEN Chicken breast strips, buffalo sauce, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & ranch sauce. VEGGIE Mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, onions, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & Italian dressing. PIZZA-RONI Loads of pepperoni, cheese & signature pizza sauce. HAM Ham, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. BLT Bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & mayo. TACO Taco meat, pizza sauce, taco chips, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & taco sauce. ROAST BEEF Roast Beef, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo. ROAST BEEF, BACON, CHEDDAR Name says it all plus lettuce, tomato and mayo.
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 program is weather-dependent)
Join sales agent Shannon McWilliams on July 1, from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, at this well-maintained, 4-bedroom home situated on 1.32 acres. More details: https://bit.ly/4v1BznV
Weekly on Wednesdays at 12:00 PM, enjoy 30% off all flatbread pizzas all day long.