Joy of Christmas Light Show

Oakland Community Center 14 N 8th Street, Oakland, MD, United States

Nightly shows from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Over 40,000 lights to watch. Listen outdoors or on your vehicle's radio. The show starts at the top of each hour. Be sure to check out our new interactive outdoor dance floor! Completely free!

Winter Solstice Night Hike

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

Welcome the arrival of winter on this easy-to-moderate 1.5-mile hike with Ranger Noah. The hike will include a stop at the Alpine Lodge for a campfire talk with s'mores, and hot cocoa. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.

Mountain State Brewing DCL Trivia Night

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

Mountain State Brewing DCL plays TEAM TRIVIA every Thursday at 6:30 PM! Come test your knowledge over some cold brews & good friends.

3rd Annual Charles Dickens Dinner

MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, MD, United States

MoonShadow has truly come to love its annual Charles Dickens-themed Christmas dinner. The staff dresses in traditional costumes prepares a holiday meal fit for a king, and brings the very best in musical entertainment. This year, we are delighted to host Ruby and her beautiful mountain soul music on fiddle and guitar. She will captivate you with Christmas magic as she moves throughout the room, playing enchanting songs at each table. Bring your friends and family to join in what has become a Deep Creek tradition.

JTF Public Skate Session

Grantsville Town Park

The ice rink is located in Grantsville Town Park near the Ruth Enlow Library. All sessions are limited on the number of participants so JTF1 encourages you to buy your admissions in advance but drop-ins are also welcome. Public skates are limited to scheduled times. Please see the schedule below to plan your visit. Follow us on Facebook (JTF1 or jointtrainingfacility1) to get the most up-to-date schedule. RENTALS The Ice Rink has skates for all sizes, helmets, and skate aids for rent. Skates are $2, helmets are $1, and skate aids are $2. Skate aids are only available for children under 48 inches in height. You can bring your own bike helmet. Helmets are not required but encouraged, especially for beginners. Additionally, if you are renting skates, you are required to wear socks. Please wear full-length socks - footies, ankle socks, etc. are not appropriate to protect your skin in skates. SKATE SESSIONS AND PRIVATE RENTALS JTF will hold multiple Public Skate Sessions which are $5 per skater plus skate rental. Additionally, we have two special sessions. The Afterschool Skate is Monday through Friday 4-6 PM and rental skates will be included in the session price of $5. Please note; […]

December Financial Check-up Days

First United Oakland Community 19 S. Second Street, Oakland, MD, United States

During the month of December… Plan your financial future and build your financial planning team. Join First United Bank & Trust for Financial Check-up Days at their Oakland community office. Enjoy some light refreshments and don’t forget to sign up for our Wealth Management 60th Anniversary drawing. Oakland Community Office 19 S. Second Street Join us on one of these days in December: December 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22 The team will be available on the following days from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You are welcome to stop by during this time or call 301-533-2279 for an appointment.

Bats: Spooky or Spectacular?

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

Meet a naturalist in the Discovery Room to learn about the world's only flying mammal - bats! Determine facts as you debunk common bat myths. Then, play a fun game to learn how bats use sound to navigate, hunt, and communicate. A fun program for all ages!

Cookies and Cocoa

Cashmere Clothing Co. 1550 Fort Drive, Suite H, McHenry, MD

Whether you still need a last-minute gift or you are all wrapped up and ready for the Big Man to arrive, enjoying a cup of cocoa and a delicious cookie should be on your to-do list! Specials and fun surprises all evening, so stop by and maybe even find a gift for yourself. 🙂

Joy of Christmas Light Show

Oakland Community Center 14 N 8th Street, Oakland, MD, United States

Nightly shows from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Over 40,000 lights to watch. Listen outdoors or on your vehicle's radio. The show starts at the top of each hour. Be sure to check out our new interactive outdoor dance floor! Completely free!

Celebrate Recovery

Faith Evangelical Free Church 1009 Maryland Highway, Mountain Lake Park, MD, United States

Join Faith Church every Friday at 6:30 PM for anyone with hurt, hang-ups, and habits.

Pub Trivia @ Vagabond Taproom

Vagabond Taproom 215 E Alder St., Oakland, MD, United States

The Vagabond Taproom's Trivia Night returns for the winter every other Friday night at 7:00 PM with your host, Thomas Vose, presenting a new set of tricky questions for your brain-teasing pleasure!

A Joe Keyes Christmas at MoonShadow

MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, MD, United States

Come one, come all to the funkiest Christmas of all! Joe Keyes will be returning for a free show at MoonShadow on December 22nd. Joe Keyes and the Late Bloomer Band and dropping down the MoonShadow chimney and this time they're stopping by to see who is naughty or nice! Joe Keyes, the lead vocals behind “The Late Bloomer band”, is a frontman, poet, and band conductor hailing from Freehold, NJ. He founded his orchestra in late 2009 when he formed The Late Bloomer Band, a group of young, talented musicians based in Baltimore/DC. The band is known for its ability to play a wide range of genres including funk, R&B, soul, rock, and jazz.

18 Strings at Honi-Honi Bar

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

Appalachia is a culturally rich region that 18 Strings is proud to call home. Their aesthetic draws from the people of the mountains and their stories. The organic sound of voices, a guitar, mandolin, and upright bass matches the miles and miles of rolling hills that hide centuries of musical tradition.

Happy Wispmas!

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Come celebrate the holiday season at Wisp Resort. Each day will hold magical adventures for you and your whole family. Hot Cocoa Bars, Elves Workshops, Holiday Contests, and more fun!

A Stitch in Time Sewing Circle

Ruth Enlow Library - Accident 106 S. North Street, Accident, MD, United States

Accident Library invites you to join our sewing circle: "A Stitch in Time." The library meets every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM. All age groups and skill levels are welcome, so come meet other sewing enthusiasts and make new friends, stitch by stitch. 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.

Tree-Mendous Hike

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

Attend a hike to learn about the tree species found throughout the trail system. What a tree-t this hike will be! Please come ready to walk.

Mountain Fresh Farmers Market: Winter Market

Mountain Fresh Pavilion 2nd Street, Downtown Oakland, MD, United States

Join the Winter Markets from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Mountain Fresh Pavilion: November 4 November 11 (Veteran’s Day Weekend) November 18 (week before Thanksgiving) November 25 (Small Business Saturday) December 2 (Oakland’s Small Town Christmas week) December 9 December 16 (before Christmas) February 17 (Winter Fest & President’s Day weekend) March 2 March 16 March 30 (Easter weekend)

Rail Jam

Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United States

Join Wisp Resort on Saturday, December 23rd for its First Rail Jam of the season! Registration is open from 10:00 AM - 12:00 NN in the Main Lodge at Wisp Resort. The competition is open to skiers, snowboards, and spectators. So come and join the fun or cheer on your friends. Here's the deal: Registration from 10am-noon in the Main Lodge $20 Entry Free, $5 deposit (refunded upon returning the bib) Riders meeting just before 1:00 PM The competition starts at 1:00 PM in Central Park "Open jam" style with Am and Pro separation of riders and skiers

Kids Coil Pot Class

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

Hey, kids ages 8-12! Join Deep Creek Pottery in making a one-of-a-kind coil pot! They will roll coils from clay and paint them when finished! They will glaze and fire them to be ready in 2 weeks or less! Only $25 per student! Tickets available!

Reptile Encounter

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

All are invited to the Discovery Center to learn about some of the fascinating and gentle reptile ambassadors! Great for all ages!

Skate with Santa

Grantsville Park Town of Grantsville, MD, United States

Come out and skate with the big guy before he jets off around the world to deliver presents. All skaters will receive a ticket for a free cup of cocoa. Skate and chat with Santa. Only those who will be skating need to purchase tickets. Book you schedule here!

Joy of Christmas Light Show

Oakland Community Center 14 N 8th Street, Oakland, MD, United States

Nightly shows from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Over 40,000 lights to watch. Listen outdoors or on your vehicle's radio. The show starts at the top of each hour. Be sure to check out our new interactive outdoor dance floor! Completely free!

The Christmas Compton Trio with special guest Emay at MoonShadow

MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, MD, United States

The Christmas Compton Trio with special guest Emay! This is going to be one of the most fun and beautiful nights you could ever spend at MoonShadow. Starting off the night at 6:00 PM is the incredibly talented and beautiful Erika May. The lead singer for the well-known art rock group The Moon My Twin, Emay will be settling in for a solo show of hauntingly beautiful original music and classic Christmas covers. Then at 8:00 PM, MoonShadow welcomes the eclectic, electric & ecstatic music of Chris Compton and his gang of merry revelers. Chris, joined by Dan Bourdeaux & Phil Hough as well as a few surprise guests, will guarantee a concert that will melt the snow right off your roof. With a naughty and nice list of songs a mile long that will make even the Scroogiest of us raise a glass, share a smile, and toast the coming of the most wonderful time of the year.

Kamp & Co. at Honi-Honi Bar

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

This father and son duo love to have fun singing your favorite classics and country!

The Christmas Compton Trio with special guest Emay at MoonShadow

MoonShadow 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, MD, United States

The Christmas Compton Trio with special guest Emay! This is going to be one of the most fun and beautiful nights you could ever spend at MoonShadow. Starting off the night at 6:00 PM is the incredibly talented and beautiful Erika May. The lead singer for the well-known art rock group The Moon My Twin, Emay will be settling in for a solo show of hauntingly beautiful original music and classic Christmas covers. Then at 8:00 PM, MoonShadow welcomes the eclectic, electric & ecstatic music of Chris Compton and his gang of merry revelers. Chris, joined by Dan Bourdeaux & Phil Hough as well as a few surprise guests, will guarantee a concert that will melt the snow right off your roof. With a naughty and nice list of songs a mile long that will make even the Scroogiest of us raise a glass, share a smile, and toast the coming of the most wonderful time of the year.